COVID-19 Rates Are Strangely Low This Holiday Season

This year, the U.S. may get the gift of a relatively light COVID-19 holiday season. The SARS-CoV-2 virus, which causes COVID-19, has followed a predictable pattern over the last few years: after a fall lull, it begins to spread more widely in November, and infection rates peak in late December or early January. This year, … Read more

7 Myths About Cardiomyopathy—Debunked

Although cardiomyopathy might sound like a shorthand synonym for cardiovascular disease, there are important distinctions you should know about if you or a loved one is experiencing any issues with the heart. Cardiovascular disease is an umbrella term for many different conditions affecting heart function—including diseases of the valves or vessels—while cardiomyopathy affects the heart … Read more