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What doctors want patients to know about the common cold

Oct 9, 2026 | 13 Min Read
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What doctors want parents to know about keeping unvaccinated kids safe

Many parents are fully vaccinated against COVID-19, but not all their children are eligible. A family physician shares safe activities families can do together.

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What doctors want patients to know about post-COVID anxiety

The COVID-19 pandemic has negatively impacted patients’ mental health. It has also led to anxiety about reopening. Here’s how patients can cope.

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What employers can do to boost COVID-19 vaccine equity

Learn about the steps employers should take to enable their workers to overcome the barriers that impede COVID-19 vaccination.

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What doctors want parents to know about COVID-19 vaccination

While many parents jumped at the chance to get their children vaccinated against COVID-19, some remain hesitant. Here is what parents should know.

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What doctors want patients to know about life after vaccination

People are wondering what they can do once they receive COVID-19 vaccination. Two physician experts share what to expect as more get vaccinated.

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What doctors want patients to know about double masking

Wearing a properly fitting mask reduces transmission and exposure of SARS-CoV-2. But wearing two masks can bolster protection from contagious variants.

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The 6 things doctors want patients to know about masks

Even though wearing a mask is vital to preventing the spread of COVID-19, there are still myths and misunderstandings. Physicians want to clear them up.

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8 coronavirus tips that doctors want patients to follow

Even as more people get vaccinated against COVID-19, it’s imperative to keep taking these preventive measures to cut risk and help save lives.

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What patients can—and cannot—do after being fully vaccinated

Long-awaited CDC guidance loosens restrictions for people who have received COVID-19 vaccination. What you need to know to answer patients’ questions.

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