COVID-19 - November 2021 Archives

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I am an active 43-year-old female who enjoys exercising and staying in shape. I usually try to work out at least three days ...

This year's World AIDS Day will be commemorated on Dec. 1. It was 40 years ago in June that the first scientific report was made describing pneumocystis pneumonia, which later ...

While there are more questions than answers right now, concern is growing about the emergence of the new COVID-19 strain called omicron.While no cases of ...

Q: Those who are vaccinated for COVID-19 may be planning family gatherings, gift exchanges and big meals this year. After last year, a lot of ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My 15-year-old daughter has always been anxious, but her anxiety seems to be worsening by the day. She is worried about everything from ...

The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices approved Moderna and Pfizer COVID-19 booster vaccinations for adults ― meaning anyone 18 and older ― at its meeting ...

Q: The holidays have always been a stressful time for many of us. This year may be particularly tough to navigate for those affected by ...

The U.S. continues to see new cases of COVID-19 infection, according to data provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. "The No. 1 strategy to ...

As the holidays approach, COVID-19 cases are surging in parts of the U.S., and community transmission is high. With more people planning to travel and ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I have three girls, ages 6, 8, and 11. They have been attending school virtually for the past year and a half, and ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My 14-year-old daughter has seasonal allergies that usually spike in the fall, as well as a love of the outdoors, so it is ...

On Wednesday, Nov. 17, Mayo Clinic infectious diseases specialist Dr. Abinash Virk answered media questions about COVID-19 immunity, boosters, breakthrough cases and more. Dr. Virk also addressed the ...