As fall begins, so does flu season – but when, exactly? An article on Prevention.com looks at recent trends and asks experts. Richard Watkins, M.D., an infectious disease physician and […]
People who have been vaccinated against COVID-19 have many questions, and the Akron Beacon Journal recently spoke to Northeast Ohio experts to get answers. Thomas File, M.D., professor of internal […]
Wearing a mask is a crucial step in preventing the spread of COVID-19. However, the hot and humid days of summer can make it uncomfortable at times. Richard Watkins, M.D., […]
Experts discuss the rare possibility of contracting two variants of the COVID-19 virus in an article in prevention.com. Among the specialists: Richard Watkins, M.D., a professor of internal medicine and […]
The COVID-19 strain known as the delta variant is highly contagious, and unvaccinated people should get the vaccine, says Thomas File, M.D., a professor of internal medicine; chair of Summa […]
A health advisory from the CDC notes an uptick in cases of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)—a disease with cold-like symptoms. And an article in Prevention asks physicians how people can […]
The Delta variant of the COVID virus can spread quickly, and that gives the public another reason to get vaccinated, says Thomas File, M.D., professor of internal medicine and the […]
A barrier to getting COVID-19 vaccinations has been broken down, says an article in Verywell Health. The Biden Administration has set a goal of getting at least 70% of Americans […]
Shape magazine reports on a study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, concluding, “Consistently meeting physical activity guidelines (more on these below) is strongly associated with a reduced risk of […]
With COVID-19 vaccinations now available to all Ohioans age 16 and older, the Akron Beacon Journal asked several health experts to answer questions for this age group. Thomas File, M.D., […]
