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COVID-19, cold, allergies and the flu: What are the differences?

Article | Updated on October 14, 2022.

Knowing if you have COVID-19, a cold, the flu or seasonal allergies isn't easy. Find out about the differences between these illnesses.

COVID-19: Long-term effects

Article | Updated on June 28, 2022.

Learn about the possible long-term effects of COVID-19.

COVID-19 vs. flu: Similarities and differences

Article | Updated on October 11, 2022.

Find out the similarities and differences between coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and the flu (influenza), and learn about ways to prevent getting these diseases.

Safety tips for attending school during COVID-19

Article | Updated on August 23, 2022.

Consider prevention strategies that you and your child's school can follow to help protect your child from COVID-19.

Safe outdoor activities during the COVID-19 pandemic

Article | Published on July 10, 2020..

Looking for fun summertime activities you can enjoy safely during the COVID-19 pandemic? Here are several options to try.

Herd immunity and COVID-19: What you need to know

Article | Updated on September 27, 2022.

Get the facts about coronavirus and herd immunity.

How well do face masks protect against COVID-19?

Article | Updated on March 1, 2022.

Face masks can help slow the spread of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). Learn about mask types, which masks to use and how to use them.

COVID-19 vaccines: Get the facts

Article | Updated on December 17, 2022.

Find out about the COVID-19 vaccines, the benefits of COVID-19 vaccination and the possible side effects.

COVID-19 in babies and children

Article | Updated on December 17, 2022.

Know the symptoms of COVID-19 in children, what to do if your child appears sick and how to keep your family healthy.

Treating COVID-19 at home: Care tips for you and others

Article | Updated on December 5, 2020.

COVID-19 can sometimes be treated at home. Understand emergency symptoms to watch for, how to protect others if you're ill, how to protect yourself while caring for a sick loved one and other coping tips.

Teens and social media use: What's the impact?

Article | Updated on February 26, 2022.

Find out how to help limit the negative impact of social media use on your teen.

Pubertal blockers for transgender and gender-diverse youth

Article | Updated on June 18, 2022.

Understand how pubertal blockers work to suppress puberty, including their benefits, side effects and long-term effects.

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