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How well do face masks protect against COVID-19?
Face masks can help slow the spread of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). Learn about mask types, which masks to use and how to use them.March 20, 2026 -
COVID-19 vaccines: Get the facts
Find out about the COVID-19 vaccines, the benefits of COVID-19 vaccination and the possible side effects.October 24, 2025 -
COVID-19 in babies and children
Know the symptoms of COVID-19 in children, what to do if your child appears sick and how to keep your family healthy.October 21, 2025 -
Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)
This procedure helps the heart and lungs work during recovery from a serious illness or injury.June 15, 2024 -
COVID-19: Who's at higher risk of serious symptoms?
Advanced age and some health conditions can raise the risk of serious COVID-19 (coronavirus disease 2019) illness.April 30, 2024 -
Seborrheic dermatitis
A skin condition that causes scaly patches and red skin, mainly on the scalp.April 7, 2020 -
Treating COVID-19 at home: Care tips for you and others
COVID-19 can sometimes be treated at home. Understand emergency symptoms to watch for, how to protect others if you're ill, how to protect yourself while caring for a sick loved one and other coping tips.May 27, 2026 -
Fight coronavirus (COVID-19) transmission at home
Fight coronavirus at home by cleaning and disinfecting surfaces that are touched often. Most disinfectants for home use will kill the virus that causes COVID-19.May 22, 2026 -
What is aspirin-exacerbated respiratory disease (AERD)?
AERD, also called Samter's triad, has three features: asthma, recurring nasal polyps, and sensitivity to aspirin and drugs such as ibuprofen and naproxen.November 6, 2024 -
Pregnancy and COVID-19: What are the risks?
Know how COVID-19 might affect pregnancy, labor and delivery, and breastfeeding. And get the facts about the safety of COVID-19 vaccines.October 21, 2025 -
COVID-19 and your mental health
Worry and concern about COVID-19 are common. Here are some ideas for how to cope and when to get help.October 21, 2025 -
How to take your temperature
Learn how to get an accurate temperature reading at home, using common types of thermometers.April 7, 2020 -
How to measure your respiratory rate
Learn how to accurately measure your breathing rate, which is also known as your respiratory rate.March 23, 2020 -
How to take your pulse
Learn two ways to feel for and check your pulse, also called heart rate.April 7, 2026 -
Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)
Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is an illness caused by the virus SARS-CoV-2. Learn more about the symptoms, risks and ways to protect yourself.March 13, 2026 -
Insulin resistance
A resistance to the hormone insulin, resulting in increasing blood sugar.February 6, 2020
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