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Watch: Living Sober and the Power of Creativity
EDGE welcomes Recovery Unplugged's senior videographer, Jason Cabello, to share his story of recovery and what he's learned from his interviews with others in alcohol and drug treatment.
Am I Fully Vaccinated Without a COVID-19 Booster?
Yes, people who got a two-dose vaccine or the single-dose Johnson & Johnson shot are considered fully vaccinated — even without a booster.
Some Fear Boosters Will Hurt Drive to Reach the Unvaccinated
"Many of my patients are already saying, 'If we need a third dose, what was the point?'" says a physician in Coral Springs, Florida.
Virus Fears Linger for Older Adults
In a sign of the starkly different way Americans view the coronavirus pandemic, vaccinated older adults are far more worried about the virus than the unvaccinated and far likelier to take precautions.
Hospitals Fear Staffing Shortages as Vaccine Deadlines Loom
Hospitals and nursing homes around the U.S. are bracing for worsening staff shortages as state deadlines arrive for health care workers to get vaccinated against COVID-19.
Biden to Name African-Born Doctor to Lead HIV/AIDS Response
President Joe Biden said Monday that he intends to nominate Dr. John N. Nkengasong to coordinate the U.S. response to the HIV/AIDS epidemic worldwide.
Social Media's 70-Up 'Grandfluencers' Debunking Aging Myths
There's a growing number of "grandfluencers," folks 70 and up who have amassed substantial followings on social media with the help of decades-younger fans, including TikTok stars @oldgays.
Who Qualifies for a COVID Booster? The List is Growing Longer
So far, regulators have done a poor job of defining the universe of people considered at risk because of institutional and occupational exposure, but the list is growing.
Research: Myths, Erasure Take a Toll on Bisexuals' Mental Health
Despite a barrage of articles and social media posts supporting this year's Bi Visibility Day earlier this week, the struggle for validation and understanding continues
Don't Miss: Freddy Franklin and the Power of Creativity
EDGE welcomes multi-talented actor Freddy Franklin as part of our "Living Sober" live conversation series in collaboration with the groundbreaking, LGBTQ+-affirming treatment center Recovery Unplugged.
Spreading HIV is Against the Law in 37 States, with Penalties Ranging Up to Life in Prison
Despite the fact that HIV is now a treatable medical condition, the majority of U.S. states still have laws on the books that criminalize exposing other people to HIV.
There's More to Hemp Than What You Think: Meet CBN and CBG
CBN and CBG are among hemp's lesser-known cannabinoids now gaining traction. If you know what to look for, their benefits can be a valuable addition to your daily wellness routine.
A Daily Pill to Treat Covid Could Be Just Months Away, Scientists Say
A short-term regimen of daily pills that can fight the virus early after diagnosis and conceivably prevent symptoms from developing after exposure is in development.
NY Hospitals Fear Staff Shortage as Vaccine Deadline Looms
Hospitals and nursing homes in New York are bracing for the possibility that a statewide COVID-19 vaccine mandate for health care workers could lead to staff shortages when it takes effect Monday.
CDC Endorses COVID Booster for Millions of Older Americans
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Thursday endorsed booster shots for millions of older or otherwise vulnerable Americans, opening a major new phase in the U.S vaccination drive against COVID-19.
The Unicorn Is Real: Defying the Myth of Bisexuality
"I have dogs and cats, so maybe that sets me up for bisexuality very well," jokes Margaret Cho. Our attitudes about where the "B" fits in LGBTQ is a hot topic in the queer community and beyond.
A Match Made on Tinder: Gay Newlywed Donates Kidney to His Husband
A married couple in Denver turned out to be matches for an organ transplant as well as soul mates: "It just feels like it was meant to be."
Back to Work or School? Why Sanitizing and Disinfecting are More Important Than Ever
We've all become pandemic-fatigued. Masking, spraying and sanitizing have become a part of daily life. Briotech's non-hazardous option offers a way to keep things clean and sanitized without harmful chemicals. Find out how.
At an Overrun ICU, 'The Problem is We Are Running Out of Hallways'
Montana is a national hot spot for covid infections, recording the highest percentage increase in new cases over the past seven days.
FDA Backs Pfizer COVID-19 Boosters for Seniors, High-Risk
The U.S. moved a step closer Wednesday to offering booster doses of Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine to senior citizens and others at high risk from the virus as the Food and Drug Administration signed off on the targeted use of extra shots.