Currently, three COVID-19 vaccines have been approved in Russia: Sputnik V, EpiVacCorona, and Covivac. This naturally raises the question: which vaccine should you choose? Let’s take a closer look at the specifics, efficacy, and potential side effects of each vaccine.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), 48 vaccines have been tested in different countries, with 11 passing through to phase III of trials. Meanwhile, another 164 alternative vaccines are passing preclinical testing.
Any viral infection, whether it is ARVI or temperature, changes the human immune system. People who have had COVID-19 claim that after the disease they began to notice a constant loss of strength, decreased performance, lethargy, deterioration of mood, headaches, shortness of breath during exercise, and exacerbation of chronic diseases. What vitamins should be taken to "invigorate" the immune system after COVID-19?
COVID-19 is a dangerous disease due to its unpredictability. Its influence on the course of pregnancy and the health of the child has not yet been studied well enough. And yet—some data is already there, and it looks optimistic.
The symptoms of COVID-19 in children can be easy to miss since many children don't show any symptoms. How seriously can COVID-19 affect children?
The focus of attention is now on the pandemic, which scares people. People watch the news and immediately think "I could get sick,” or “I could die.” How to shift the focus?
The first complaints of hair loss from patients with COVID-19 date back to summer 2020. People claimed to lose whole strands and lose up to one-third of their hair. Initially, these claims were not paid much attention, but over time it became clear how widespread the issue is.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been a lot of talk about the importance of a strong immune system. But can it be strengthened with vitamins and supplements? And does it make sense to take them during an illness?
With the rise of coronavirus, almost everyone has heard about the PCR method, but most people don’t understand exactly why this method is used and why it is better than a blood test.
The coronavirus is insidious in its unpredictability. Even if you have had it and think you have recovered, it may not be the case. The rehabilitation period can be from one month up to a year. All vital systems are hit: nervous, respiratory, cardiovascular, urinary, as well as skin and hair. The first thing to start with is a post-Covid check-up of the body.
When Covid-19 became a universal threat, vaccines were developed. The problem seemed to be solved. However, there is a lot of information surrounding vaccines, which makes some hesitant to get them. Let’s look at the risks associated with the vaccine and why some people are hesitant to get it?
Research data on the impact of COVID-19 on mental health suggest that during the pandemic there was an increase in eating disorders and depression, alcohol and drug use, divorce, domestic violence, and suicide. Now that the worst is seemingly behind us, many people are experiencing some sort of PTSD. So how does it manifest itself?
Almost everybody learned the name of this test when the Covid-19 pandemic started. Why is it necessary for all patients who had coronavirus to take this test? What other health conditions might require it?
It would seem that taking a person’s temperature is very easy, right? However, it isn’t always! To get the correct information, you need to follow these simple but important rules.
What is the most accurate coronavirus test? Why are there so many that have false results? How to prepare properly for it?
COVID-19 tests have become familiar and even routine for us. Despite this, the interpretation of the results, especially the antibody test, still raises a lot of questions.
A fever is a frequent phenomenon that signals a problem in the body. Some people prefer to let the immune system fight it, while others begin to worry after even a slight increase in temperature. What should you know about fevers and rising temperatures?
"I got sick with Covid-19 and now I can hardly walk". "I am short of breath, even when going up to the second floor". “I cannot do any exercising”. "After I had coronavirus I am always in a bad mood". These and other complaints from almost everyone who had coronavirus, even in a mild form. Why is this happening and how to recover as quickly as possible?
This is a question that many people who have had the COVID-19 virus ask themselves. If yes, how much time should pass between having the virus and getting vaccinated? If I don't get vaccinated, will I fall ill again? Let's take a look at how to handle this situation.
Even when COVID-19 passes in a mild form, many sufferers complain about complications after the disease. One of the most common is disorders of the cardiovascular system.
COVID-19 often becomes a difficult test, not only during the acute phase of the disease but also during the recovery period. People accustomed to a fast pace need to remember to return to previous activities gradually, gently increasing the load.
At the end of November, a new strain of COVID-19 called Omicron appeared in South Africa. On December 1st, the first case in the U.S. was detected in California. How much more dangerous is it than the other strains we know about? And how can we prepare for it?
Scientists have recently identified components in cannabis that can prevent COVID-19 from entering human cells.
Many people have decided to get vaccinated against COVID-19. If you are one of them, here are some tips to keep in mind.
It has been noted that COVID-19 and acute respiratory infections have some of the same symptoms. Let’s compare them to understand what the differences are.