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European regulators just recommended the world's first combined flu and COVID vaccine for people 50 and older. One shot could soon protect against both respiratory illnesses instead of two separate jabs.
Getting vaccinated just got simpler for millions. European regulators approved the world's first single-shot vaccine that protects against both COVID-19 and seasonal flu for people 50 and older.
The City of Griffin, Georgia dedicated a community center to honor Sgt. Todd Thomas, who died from COVID-19 in 2021, just a year before his planned retirement. The center at the South Precinct will serve youth and families while keeping his legacy of service alive for generations.
Text and chat hotlines are making it easier and safer for domestic violence survivors to reach out for help, especially when a phone call could put them in danger. New research shows trained advocates are using emojis, careful phrasing, and personalized safety planning to provide life-saving support through screens.
Scientists at Stanford Medicine have developed a revolutionary nasal spray vaccine that protects against multiple respiratory threats at once. In mice, the single spray defended against COVID-19, flu, bacterial pneumonia, and even allergies for months.
Scientists at Stanford Medicine have developed a breakthrough nasal spray vaccine that protects against multiple respiratory threats at once, from COVID-19 and flu to bacterial infections and even allergies. In mice, the experimental vaccine provided months of broad protection by supercharging the lungs' natural defenses instead of targeting specific pathogens.
When COVID-19 shook his career, Brajmohan Kushwaha turned uncertainty into opportunity by launching his own LED lighting business. One year in, his small manufacturing company now employs six people and aims to double its revenue.
Researchers transformed a hepatitis C medication into a powerful new COVID-19 treatment that works even against virus variants resistant to current therapies. The breakthrough could help patients who no longer respond to existing options.
R Nanda Kishore Reddy traded his software job for farming during COVID-19 and now helps others grow healthy spinach using simple, smart techniques. His journey proves agriculture can thrive with modern methods and traditional wisdom combined.
Nigeria is training young scientists to develop life-saving drugs locally after COVID-19 exposed dangerous dependence on imported medicines. The program aims to ensure safe antimalarial medications and strengthen the country's pharmaceutical independence.
Scientists explain why vaccines work like athletic training for your immune cells, preparing them to fight disease before you ever get sick. As measles outbreaks return to previously protected countries, understanding this science matters more than ever.
Six years after COVID-19 changed everything, hospitals are keeping the innovations that actually helped patients. From virtual diabetes checkups to bringing ICU-level care closer to home, healthcare learned to move faster and meet people where they are.
Americans are living longer than ever before, with life expectancy reaching 79 years in 2024. The historic milestone marks a major turnaround after pandemic losses, driven by falling deaths from heart disease, cancer, and drug overdoses.
A global research team discovered exactly why a tiny number of people developed blood clots after certain COVID-19 vaccines, and their breakthrough points the way to even safer vaccines. The answer lies in a single mutation that misdirects the immune system in extraordinarily rare cases.
A major new study of 434 children brings reassuring news for pregnant mothers: getting the COVID-19 mRNA vaccine during pregnancy shows no link to autism or developmental delays. The research tracked children up to 30 months old and found identical outcomes whether mothers received the vaccine or not.
When COVID-19 shut down their business overnight, one team discovered their secret weapon wasn't a backup plan—it was the psychological safety they'd built without realizing it. Here's how any worker can create that same foundation before crisis hits.
Scientists in Tokyo just made painless, self-administered vaccine patches that work better and stay stable without refrigeration. This breakthrough could help deliver life-saving vaccines to people everywhere, especially in areas without access to cold storage.
A major Swedish study tracking nearly 60,000 women found no link between COVID-19 vaccination and reduced fertility, putting to rest persistent social media rumors. The research offers reassuring news for anyone who delayed vaccination due to pregnancy concerns.
When the pandemic shut down youth sports, Andy Abra turned his driveway into a basketball court and never charged families a cent. His volunteer work has built one of Canada's largest 3x3 tournaments while raising thousands for SickKids research.
A drug already approved for COVID-19 treatment just showed strong results against Nipah virus in early studies, potentially offering a faster path to fighting an infection that kills up to 75% of patients. The breakthrough could speed up treatment options since the drug is already approved for human use.
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