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New 2025 COVID Vaccine Rules: What They Mean for Americans
In a significant shift in 2025, U.S. federal health agencies—including the FDA and CDC—have updated their guidance and authorization framework for COVID-19 vaccines. These changes reflect both the evolving virus and public demand for clarity and access. The most...
Summer 2025 COVID Trends: What to Know & How to Stay Safe
As the summer of 2025 arrives, Americans are planning vacations, family gatherings, and outdoor celebrations. But COVID-19 is still with us—mutating, spreading, and influencing how we navigate public health. Although much has changed since the height of the pandemic,...
CDC Updates 2025 COVID-19 Testing, Isolation & Recovery
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve in 2025, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has updated its public guidance to reflect emerging science and the current state of viral transmission. While COVID-19 no longer dominates headlines like...
WHO Pandemic Treaty Aims to Prevent Future Health Crises
Nearly five years after COVID-19 was declared a global pandemic, the World Health Organization (WHO) and its 194 member countries are closing in on an international agreement aimed at ensuring the world is better prepared for the next public health crisis. Known...
Should You Keep Rapid Tests for Spring & Summer 2025?
As the world enters its fifth year of living with COVID-19, many Americans are wondering whether rapid home tests are still necessary—especially as restrictions have eased and immunity levels have risen. However, public health experts maintain that rapid antigen tests...
COVID-19 Seasonality: Do Warmer Months See More Spread?
As we navigate through 2025, understanding the seasonal patterns of COVID-19 remains crucial. While many respiratory viruses, like influenza, exhibit clear winter peaks, SARS-CoV-2 has demonstrated a more complex seasonal behavior, with notable surges occurring in...
COVID-19 Trends Around Easter 2025: U.S. Hotspots and Public Health Insights
As Easter 2025 approaches, understanding the current COVID-19 landscape in the United States is crucial for safe celebrations. Recent data indicates varying trends across regions, with some areas experiencing declines in cases while others remain steady or show slight...
How Lateral Flow COVID-19 Tests Work: A Guide
Lateral flow tests (LFTs), commonly known as rapid antigen tests, have become a vital tool in managing the COVID-19 pandemic. These tests offer quick results, are user-friendly, and can be administered at home or in various settings without specialized...
Novavax COVID-19 Vaccine Shows Lower Reactogenicity Than mRNA
As COVID-19 seasonal surges continue into 2025, vaccine options have expanded to accommodate varying public health needs and individual preferences. Among these, the Novavax COVID-19 Vaccine, Adjuvanted (2024–2025 Formula), has emerged as a notable alternative to mRNA...
COVID-19 Relief Fraud: Key Cases and Enforcement Efforts
The COVID-19 pandemic prompted unprecedented government relief efforts to support individuals and businesses. However, these programs also became targets for fraudsters seeking to exploit the system. Recent investigations have uncovered numerous cases where...