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You asked, we answered: Are Pfizer's Comirnaty and BioNTech COVID-19 vaccines the same or different?
I've heard that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said Pfizer's Comirnaty and BioNTech formulas are distinctly different in their vaccine approval letter. Is that true?
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3 reasons why teens and adolescents should get COVID-19 vaccines
Playdates. Sleepovers. Sports. Kids are itching to return to kid stuff. Here’s why vaccines are the way to get them there.
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You asked, we answered: I'm pregnant, how soon do I need to see a doctor?
I just found out I'm pregnant. How soon should I go see a doctor?
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You asked, we answered: Do the COVID-19 vaccines contain aborted fetal cells?
Do the COVID-19 vaccines contain aborted fetal cells?
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4 dermatologic conditions that are common in people of color
Wondering whether that skin issue is serious? Get expertise on several conditions that are typical for people of color.
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You asked, we answered: Why am I itchy after getting an IUD removed?
I recently had an IUD placed and then removed a week later due to a constant itching sensation.
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You asked, we answered: Is there a home remedy for vaginal yeast infections?
Is there an oral pill or ointment option?
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SMILE or LASIK? Comparing 5 aspects of 2 vision correction surgeries
Looking for the differences between LASIK (laser-assisted in-situ keratomileusis) surgery and SMILE (small incision lenticule extraction)? SMILE is the latest vision correction surgery and the most recently approved.
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You asked, we answered: Is asking my COVID vaccination status a HIPAA violation?
Is it a HIPAA violation to ask someone’s vaccine status?
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You asked, we answered: If I get the COVID-19 vaccine while pregnant, will antibodies transmit to my baby?
I received the COVID vaccine before I got pregnant. Will antibodies transmit to my baby? Do I need to wear a mask everywhere to be safe?
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