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FDA authorizes updated COVID-19 boosters
By Nicoletta Lanese last updated
The FDA approved new COVID-19 boosters that guard against omicron subvariants.

Does vitamin D protect against COVID-19?
By Ashley P. Taylor last updated
In the absence of a COVID-19 cure or vaccine, scientists are investigating whether vitamin D can reduce the risk of COVID-19 infection.

Why vitamin C won't 'boost' your immune system against the coronavirus
By Nicoletta Lanese last updated
It poses little risk but is very unlikely to help.

Loss of smell could be a symptom of COVID-19
By Mindy Weisberger last updated
Doctors are advising adding loss of smell to the list of symptoms for COVID-19.

Severe COVID-19 may cause similar cognitive deficits as 20 years of aging
By Nicoletta Lanese published
People hospitalized for COVID-19 showed cognitive impairments.

Longest COVID-19 infection reported: Patient had virus for 505 days.
By Rachael Rettner published
The case is the longest-known continuous infection with COVID-19 reported to date.

Should you get a second booster shot for COVID-19?
By Nicoletta Lanese published
Is getting a second booster worth it?

Quick guide: Most widely used COVID-19 vaccines and how they work
By Nicoletta Lanese published
Learn about the most widely used COVID-19 vaccines.
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