Parenting

Apr 29, 2021

How to Help Your Child Who is Scared of Shots

As a parent, you can take steps before, during and after your child’s visit to prevent meltdowns and calm any fears.

By Jeanne-Anne Moore, MD, FAAP

Conditions & Treatment

Feb 24, 2021

COVID-19 Vaccine and Dermal Fillers

Some people with cosmetic fillers experienced side effects after receiving their COVID-19 vaccine. What does this mean?

By Jessica Chu, MD and Sandra A. Kemmerly, MD

Women's Health

Feb 11, 2021

Tdap Vaccines: Do I Need to be Vaccinated for Every Pregnancy?

It is recommended that expecting mothers receive the Tdap vaccine during every pregnancy, regardless of the time interval between those pregnancies.

Conditions & Treatment

Jan 29, 2021

The New COVID Variants: What You Should Do

Multiple variants of the virus that causes COVID-19 have been documented in the United States and around the world.

By Katherine Baumgarten, MD and Sandra A. Kemmerly, MD

Conditions & Treatment

Jan 6, 2021

I Had COVID-19. Do I Still Need A Vaccine?

You may be wondering: Do I need to get the vaccine if I have already had COVID-19?

By Katherine Baumgarten, MD

Health Trends

Dec 21, 2020

Why do Some Vaccines Require Two Doses?

The series and dosing for each vaccine is based on the initial results from the clinical trial data. Just because some vaccines may have one shot versus two, doesn’t mean that one is less effective than the other.

By Katherine Baumgarten, MD

Conditions & Treatment

Dec 15, 2020

What Are the Side Effects of the COVID-19 Vaccine?

More than 37,000 people have received the COVID-19 vaccine during the Pfizer and Moderna vaccine trials with no significant side effects.

By Sandra A. Kemmerly, MD

Conditions & Treatment

Dec 3, 2020

How Does the COVID Vaccine Work?

The COVID-19 vaccine will require one dose or two, depending on which vaccine you receive.

By Sandra A. Kemmerly, MD

Prevention & Wellness

Nov 30, 2020

How Are Vaccines Approved?

Learn about the many steps vaccine makers must follow before any vaccine, including a COVID-19 vaccine, is approved in the United States.

By Katherine Baumgarten, MD

Prevention & Wellness

Oct 28, 2020

How to Make Your Flu Shot Quick and Painless

Getting your flu shot doesn’t have to be painful. When it’s time to get vaccinated against the flu, give these four tips a shot.

By Jessica Douglas, MD