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New Study Shows Those Who Identify as Heterosexual Aren't as Straight as They Think
Scientific research has shown that sexuality exists on a spectrum. But how certain are people about where they fit on it? A new study suggests that peoples' reported sexual orientation can change after reading about the nature of sexual orientation.
Your COVID Game Plan: Are Stadiums Safe?
Is it safe to go to a packed stadium even if you are vaccinated? Six out of the seven public health experts that KHN spoke to from big football states were adamant in their response: No way. Not now
'Sementics' and the Age-Old Ejaculate Argument
An adult film star and a psychotherapist weigh in on the complexities of gay men's relationship with cum.
Efforts Grow to Stamp Out Use of Parasite Drug for COVID-19
Health experts and medical groups are pushing to stamp out the growing use of a decades-old parasite drug to treat COVID-19, warning that it can cause harmful side effects and that there's little evidence it helps.
Booster Shots Hitch: Some May Miss the Sept. 20 Start
President Joe Biden's plans to start delivery of booster shots by Sept. 20 for most Americans who received the COVID-19 vaccines are facing new complications that could delay the availability of third doses for those who received the Moderna vaccine.
Telehealth's Limits: Battle Over State Lines and Licensing Threatens Patients' Options
If you live in one state, does it matter that the doctor treating you online is in another? Surprisingly, the answer is yes, and the ability to conduct certain virtual appointments may be nearing an end.
What Can Employers Do if Workers Avoid COVID-19 Vaccines?
It's legal for businesses to require the shots, and they could fire employees who don't comply. In other cases, workers might be required to wear masks or get regular tests for the virus.
COVID Variants and the Experts Designing a Single Vaccine to Defeat Them All
Given the difficulties encountered in creating a universal flu vaccine, this may seem a tall order. But a number of scientists believe it is possible based on the rapid development of the SARS-CoV-2 vaccines.
A Sound Bite Reexamined: 'Pandemic of the Unvaccinated'
This summer's coronavirus resurgence has been labeled a "pandemic of the unvaccinated" by government officials from President Joe Biden on down.
J&J: Potential HIV Vaccine Falls Short in Mid-Stage Study
A potential HIV vaccine being developed by Johnson & Johnson did not provide protection against the virus in a mid-stage study, the drugmaker said Tuesday.
Oxygen Supplies Grow Precarious Amid COVID Surge
The COVID-19 surge is stretching oxygen supplies and sending hospitals scrambling for more ventilators, even as there are signs of hope that the spread of the virus is slowing down in pockets of the U.S.
'AntiVaxMomma' Accused of Selling Bogus Vaccination Cards
A New Jersey woman calling herself the AntiVaxMomma on Instagram sold several hundred fake COVID-19 vaccination cards at $200 a pop to New York City-area jab dodgers, including people working in hospitals and nursing homes.
Don't Miss: Chef Josie Smith-Malave and the Power of Healthy Living
Don't miss this exclusive live interview with chef Josie Smith-Malave as she shares her personal experience with addiction recovery and tips for healthy living.
Considering CBD? How Delta-8 Can Deliver Mood-Boosting Benefits
Delta-8 is making a big impact in the CBD industry. Find out why consumers are gravitating toward this hemp-derived cannabinoid for its therapeutic properties to help with sleep, anxiety and pain relief.
Eating Walnuts Every Day Could Lower Bad Cholesterol in Older Adults
Adding a fistful of walnuts to your daily diet — no matter what else you eat — could lower bad cholesterol levels and reduce heart risks in otherwise healthy older adults, a new study suggests.
How Your Job Can Affect Your Heart Health
Is your job good for your health? From the factory floor to the phone bank, from the boardroom to the emergency room, it's a complicated question to consider as we pursue paychecks and navigate careers.
Is It a Crime to Forge a Vaccine Card? And What's the Penalty?
In practice, the law gives prosecutors and judges huge discretion on how to charge and sentence offenders. But for years, it's been a federal crime to make or use "any materially false writing in any matter involving a health care benefit program."
Mormon Vaccine Push Ratchets Up, Dividing Faith's Members
Members of the faith widely known as the Mormon church remain deeply divided on vaccines and mask-wearing despite consistent guidance from church leaders as the highly contagious delta variant of the coronavirus spreads.
How CBD Can Ease the Shift from Summer Fundays to Fall Realness
Even if you adore your job and love studying, turning the page from summer to fall can be deflating. But there are ways to shift the end-of-summer scaries and kickstart your optimism thanks to CBD.
Dealing with Mental Health Crisis One Zoom Call at a Time
First responders are turning to technology to cope with the increasing number of mental health issues emerging from 911 calls.