Virus Experts Say “Do This Now” to Avoid COVID, as Dr. Fauci Holds Final Press Conference — Eat This Not That

With COVID-19 cases rising again this winter, doctors are concerned about long-term complications from infections and reinfections. Dr. Anthony Fauci, the nation’s top infectious disease expert, gave one last appearance before retirement in front of the press at a White House press conference just yesterday. “My message — and my final message, maybe the final … Read more

“Let’s Hope We Learn the Lessons of What Has Happened” — Eat This Not That

Dr. Anthony Fauci is reflecting on his decades of work at the National Institutes of Health, and everything he’s learned through his time spearheading the defense against the COVID-19 pandemic—including regarding mistakes that were made. Dr. Fauci appeared on the Science Friday podcast and spoke with host Ira Flatow about his experience dealing with the … Read more

If You Feel This, You May Have Had COVID, Says Dr. Fauci — Eat This Not That

A growing number of people are reporting signs of long COVID, a concerning trend where virus symptoms continue for months after initial infection. Not helping matters is the spread of BA.5, the highly transmissible Omicron subvariant which is evading immunity from vaccines and prior infection. “We do know for absolutely certain that there is a … Read more

Telltale Signs You’ve Already Had COVID, Says Dr. Fauci — Eat This Not That

With BA.5 spreading across the US, chances are you’ve already been infected by the now-dominant Omicron strain, even if you’re vaccinated and/or have been previously infected. “The thing about BA.5 that is disconcerting is that it is able to escape some of the immune protection that you get from prior infection, as well as vaccination,” … Read more

Dr. Fauci Just Issued Essential Pandemic Update — Eat This Not That

Dr. Anthony Fauci, chief medical advisor to the President and the director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases is warning of “pandemic fatigue” and what the future holds for COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters. “We’re in a pattern now. If somebody says, ‘You’ll leave when we don’t have Covid anymore,’ then I will … Read more

Dr. Fauci Says Do This Now to Avoid BA.5 — Eat This Not That

BA.5 is the newest dominant COVID variant and it’s reinfecting people who’ve already had the virus, which is important to know because that means it’s capable of evading immunity, according to new research published in the New England Journal of Medicine. That’s alarming because anyone who gets COVID multiple times is at risk for long-term … Read more

Signs You Have COVID Like Dr. Fauci — Eat This Not That

In a sign of just how contagious the latest variants of COVID-19 are, Dr. Anthony Fauci, the nation’s top infectious-disease expert, tested positive for the virus this week after avoiding infection for the entire pandemic so far. The 81-year-old Fauci, who is fully vaccinated and double boosted, is said to be experiencing mild symptoms and … Read more

Dr. Fauci Just Issued This Essential COVID Update — Eat This Not That

We’re entering the third pandemic summer, and it’s a confusing time. Cases are up nationwide. Hospitalizations are rising but not to the extent of previous COVID-19 waves. People over 50 are advised to get a fourth vaccine dose. But where are we, really, and what does the future of COVID look like as we head … Read more

Officials Just Issued This “COVID Warning” — Eat This Not That

In a White House press briefing this week, Dr. Anthony Fauci and Dr. Rochelle Walensky warned of a potential upcoming surge of COVID-19 cases in the U.S., and how the public should protect against infection. How can you stay safe? Read on—and to ensure your health and the health of others, don’t miss these Sure … Read more

Dr. Fauci Just Gave This Essential Pandemic Update — Eat This Not That

Dr. Anthony Fauci testified at the National Institutes of Health fiscal year 2023 budget request hearing on May 17, discussing the lessons learned from pandemic lockdowns, long COVID, a future universal COVID vaccine, and more. What he said can help save your life. Read on—and to ensure your health and the health of others, don’t … Read more