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How to Attend Large Events Safely—Both Indoors and Outside
As more and more venues open up for entertainment or sporting events, you may be wondering how safe it is to attend. One thing for sure: In the wake of the news about the Omicron variant, experts say it is more important than ever to follow CDC guidelines for...
Mount Sinai Experts Explain What the Omicron Variant Means for You
Until very recently, you probably never heard of the term omicron. If you did, it was as a letter in the Greek alphabet, like delta or pi. Now, Omicron dominates the news as the latest coronavirus variant that was first discovered in Southern Africa and is now being...
What You Need to Know About COVID-19 Booster Shots Now Available for All Adults
In another step to strengthen the public health defense against the COVID-19 pandemic, federal regulators have authorized “booster” shots for all adults. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has authorized a booster dose for the Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna, and Johnson...
How to Safely Gather With Family and Friends This Holiday Season
Krystina Woods, MD, explains why it is safer to gather with family and friends this year and offers advice for how to navigate mixed vaccinated get-togethers.
Mount Sinai Begins Offering COVID-19 Vaccines to Young Children
Soon after receiving the go-ahead from federal and state regulators, Mount Sinai moved quickly last week to begin offering vaccines to children age 5 to 11. This was a moment that parents—including many in the Mount Sinai community—had been waiting for, a step toward...
Is Your Child Afraid of Getting a Shot From the Doctor? Here’s How to Help Them
A trip to the doctor is a common childhood fear. But when kids are afraid of needles, even a simple checkup can cause problems for children and their parents or guardians alike. With the proper preparation and planning, you can help make your next doctor’s visit as...