The Monkeypox Virus Guide
The monkeypox virus is now all over the news. There have been up to 100 reported cases globally, and it is one of the most significant outbreaks outside of Africa. Monkeypox is not as potent …
The High Cost of Prescriptions
Low-income individuals and communities of color in the United States are faced with numerous barriers to accessing health care: limited insurance coverage, poor access to services, lack of education about health topics, and more. But …
Can COVID-19 Cause Hair Loss?
Is Covid-19 Related to Hair Loss? The pandemic Corona Virus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has made the human population susceptible to several diseases and conditions that can last from months to years. Some conditions may be …
COVID-19 Pandemic: Mental Health Impact in Focus
In March 2020, life as we knew it started to become a fleeting memory. Shutdowns, mandates, and disease forever altered our way of life. Whether you, or someone you know, have experienced COVID-19, the effects …
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COVID-19 Pediatric Vaccine for Children ages 5-11
On October 29th, 2021, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) to the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 5 through 11 years old. This authorization was based on …
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5 Facts You Need To Know About COVID-19 Boosters
Millions of Americans may now choose to get a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. The booster is given to individuals who have received the COVID vaccination after their immunity from the initial dose(s) has …
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Racial and Ethnic Disparities in COVID-19 Pandemic
Racial and ethnic minorities have experienced health inequities for decades in the United States. Research demonstrates that minorities are more likely to come down with illnesses, and die across a variety of health conditions. When …
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How Telehealth is Changing in the State of Florida
Linda Marraccini, a primary care doctor, specializing in family medicine, sent a letter to her patients this month informing them that they could not be treated in person if they were not vaccinated by Sept. 15, …
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The U.S. Global Health Initiative and the HIV/AIDS Epidemic
The 1980s were full of crazy hair, outrageous parties, influential music, and life events that have shaped the culture and understanding of all Americans and the world beyond our borders. Yet, under all the hairspray …
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Vaccines: A Life-Line for Africa
Vaccines are the cornerstone of worldwide public health measures to stop the spread of preventable diseases. Immunization is both cost-effective and impactful, with vaccine administration contributing to the reduction of over 4 million deaths per …
