Face masks are one of the most crucial measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19, but confusion and misinformation still surround their use. In this new phase of the pandemic, in which about 70 ...

Since May, highly contagious "FLiRT" coronavirus variants – a term for new mutations of Omicron – have been driving a rise in infections and emergency room trips. Virus levels at local wastewater ...

The stance of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on face masks has taken many twists and turns throughout the COVID pandemic. After initially claiming face coverings weren’t necessary, the ...

But does cold, wet weather actually make you sick ... the respiratory virus season, the experts say. And it's a really good idea to mask up during busy holiday travel, like plane rides, Sood says.

A security guard's murder is among several confrontations over face coverings. Masks have been a contentious issue throughout the novel coronavirus pandemic. Should you wear one? Who should wear one?

Case counts of Covid, the flu and R.S.V. are ticking up. Here’s what you need to know if you’re planning on flying during the holiday season. By Tariro Mzezewa A third year of pandemic holiday travel ...