Gym safety during the COVID-19 pandemic

With a spike in COVID-19 cases, we spoke with an infectious disease epidemiologist about the precautions you should take while working out at the gym.

It’s not just the lungs — COVID-19 can affect the brain and heart of those infected, researchers say

As medical experts learn about the novel coronavirus, which continues to exhibit an array of ever-evolving symptoms and log-term effects, researchers have found that the deadly illness can have deleterious impacts on the heart and brain. 

1 in 20 people have asymptomatic COVID-19, Dallas doctor says

While many people are looking forward to the Fourth of July weekend, doctors and nurses are looking at it with a sense of dread.

Kroger gets emergency FDA approval for at-home coronavirus testing kit

The kit will only be available to front-line employees for now, but Kroger said it plans to expand availability to other companies and organizations soon.

Big Love Cancer Care virtual birthday bash kicks off

Big Love Cancer Care has had to dramatically readjust their volunteer efforts and their fundraising due to COVID 19, but the nonprofit group is determined to keep their mission going.

Big Love Cancer Care determined to win over COVID
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Big Love Cancer Care has had to dramatically readjust their volunteer efforts and their fundraising due to COVID 19, but the nonprofit group is determined to keep their mission going.

CDC official says United States has ‘way too much virus’ to contain

The CDC principal deputy director spoke on the worrisome factors and wishful thinking regarding the United States’ handling of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Doctor demonstrates how face mask blocks respiratory droplets from spreading

One medical expert’s widely-shared Twitter thread demonstrates the effectiveness of wearing a facial covering amid a pandemic that is far from over. 

'Fitness Instructor of the Year for Seniors' motivates Houstonians to exercise

Eliot's enthusiasm about fitness is contagious and got the attention of the YMCA's National SilverSneaker's Program. Out of 3,000 nominations across the country, Eliot was just named its "Instructor of the Year".

How risky is flying during the coronavirus pandemic?

Flying can increase your risk of exposure to infection, but airlines are taking precautions and you can too.

Johns Hopkins University immunology specialist debunks common face mask myths

Are masks safe to wear while exercising? What happens when your mask gets wet from sweat? Should babies wear a mask? Immunology Specialist Dr. Andrew Pekosz with Johns Hopkins University answered some common questions about face coverings and debunked some myths during his appearance on Good Day LA Monday.

AMC pushes back movie theater reopening by 2 weeks

AMC Theaters, the nation’s largest chain, is pushing back its plans to begin reopening theaters by two weeks.