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New study among adults found that while protection from a 3rd dose of an mRNA #COVID19 vaccine (Pfizer-BioNTech or Moderna) decreased with time during Omicron, a 3rd dose continues to offer high levels of protection against severe illness with COVID-19. https://t.co/eLdNMAyACP https://t.co/hWsvgu7COD

WHO added tocilizumab, a monoclonal antibody, to its list of prequalified treatments for #COVID19.    To date, six COVID-19 treatments have been prequalified by WHO, including the three presentations of the product prequalified today. More info 👉https://t.co/yKLEAXCUtu https://t.co/7s0bMGCsL2

Call 911 immediately if someone you're with suddenly gets an extreme headache, loses consciousness, or has a seizure. https://t.co/4kmJdlXsaj https://t.co/7TFMLTHLOh

Mayhem Nation is hosting a movie night. 🎬 "UNDISPUTED // A Mayhem Nation film." Premiering on CrossFit Mayhem's YouTube channel Thursday, February 17, at 6:30 pm CST. (12:30 a.m. GMT) https://t.co/HYjQ7aaNSB

We all face stressful situations throughout our lives. Learn six #relaxation techniques that can help you evoke the relaxation response and reduce #stress: https://t.co/MWLu9uGpuV #HarvardHealth https://t.co/03t4f3ajnO

If you test positive for COVID-19 & are at risk of becoming very sick, contact a health professional right away to determine if you may be eligible for treatment. Don’t delay, treatment must be started within the first few days to be effective. More: https://t.co/vqxrQrXHSi. https://t.co/eY0Lbb48P3

WHO recommends tocilizumab only for patients diagnosed with severe or critical #COVID19. It should be administered by a healthcare worker in a monitored clinical setting.    More info 👉https://t.co/yKLEAXCUtu

Women who become infected with COVID-19 during pregnancy face higher risks of still birth and death of a child within 28 days of birth, research has shown -- and now, a new study shows how. https://t.co/r5stdFUTE5 https://t.co/31qnO1SHi4

Standard #calcium recommendations may be too high and #supplements could harm more than help: https://t.co/79BCWAALhD #HarvardHealth https://t.co/JuqZ8olx6C

Repost from @stevecook • Here is why I still do some cardio while “bulking”. We all know they’re doing too much cardio while trying to add size and muscle can be detrimental. That being said I like to add at least three days of cardio even when my goal is to gain size. https://t.co/sLxxgkfEQr

A new @CDCMMWR reviewed mRNA #COVID19 vaccine booster safety data in adults & identified no unexpected patterns of adverse events. Reactions were reported less frequently after a booster than their 2nd dose in people getting the same brand of vaccine. https://t.co/EV7mb4tOFY https://t.co/EXjR2qxr0l

Currently, tocilizumab is expensive and in short supply globally. WHO and partners are currently discussing lower prices and improved access in low- and middle-income countries with the producer.   More info 👉https://t.co/yKLEAXCUtu

Extreme fatigue, clumsiness, weird prickly sensations, sluggish thinking, wonky vision -- these are classic and common first symptoms of multiple sclerosis, but it can also bring on a wide array of other symptoms. What you need to know: https://t.co/Y5DqYSQxZE https://t.co/rArKFYmKbY

Masks + vaccines + boosters = best protection against #Omicron. When you wear a mask, you help protect yourself & others from #COVID19. Choose a mask with the best fit, protection, and comfort for you. More: https://t.co/4253Bb9u4G. https://t.co/OvldV9A3MD

Although the use of lead in consumer products was banned in the U.S. in 1978, exposure is still a serious problem, especially for young children. When should they be tested for exposure & what should be done if lead is found in the home? https://t.co/ULNLeEXCvh #HarvardHealth https://t.co/tPjNArlZB2