Coronavirus

The latest news and patient stories about COVID-19 from Sharp HealthCare experts and our Sharp Health News writers and contributors.

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Does the updated COVID shot affect mammogram results?

Side effects of the COVID-19 vaccine are no longer considered a valid reason for postponing your mammogram.

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Respiratory virus season is here: How to prepare

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is encouraging people to follow three simple steps this respiratory virus season.

The flu shot works (and other things to know about it)

According to the CDC, people vaccinated against flu were about 40% to 60% less likely to experience flu illness.

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As COVID cases increase, the FDA clears an updated vaccine

Health experts say COVID remains a risk, especially for older adults and people with underlying medical conditions, and encourage vaccination.

Is it flu or COVID? An at-home test can tell you

Self-testing for COVID and the flu just got easier.

California issues new COVID-19 vaccine guidance

The FDA approved updated COVID-19 vaccines, and California has clarified who in the state can receive one of the new shots.

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Study finds COVID-19 pandemic caused accelerated brain aging

Researchers in Britain analyzed brain scans taken before and during the pandemic and found that the COVID-19 pandemic was detrimental to brain health.

Steven Barron of San Diego at Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center

Exceptional care at a critical moment

The COVID care Steven Barron received at Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center helped him walk out of the hospital — to later return as an employee.

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