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people hiking in a forest, concerned about EEE
Eastern Equine Encephalitis ( EEE) is Back. Should You Be Worried?

By Kathleen Frey Raven

Connecticut's first EEE-positive mosquito of 2020 has been detected. Experts say people should take extra precautions now to prevent mosquito bites in case this year mirrors the outbreak of 2019.

emergency worker taking patient with COVID-19 to hospital
Obesity Emerges as Risk Factor for Severe COVID-19 Illness

By Carrie MacMillan

Yale Medicine experts discuss how obesity appears to be a risk factor for severe COVID-19 illness.

young man sitting on a bench looking out over a city, worried and stress about COVID-19
Taking Your 'Mental Health' Temperature During COVID-19

By Kathy Katella

Strong emotions during the pandemic aren’t always a sign of a clinical diagnosis—in fact, they are a normal human reaction to acute stress resulting from a major external event . Yale Medicine doctors offer strategies for coping.

woman with a mask undergoing a COVID-19 temperature check
Is 98.6 Degrees Really a 'Normal' Temperature?

By Carrie MacMillan

Yale Medicine experts explain what body temperature means, as screening becomes common during COVID-19.

man on a laptop experiencing neck pain, possibly from working from home during COVID-19
How to Set Up Your ‘Pandemic’ Home Office the Right Way

By Kathy Katella

Working at home can cause back and neck pain when you don't have an ergonomically designed workstation. But there are ways to improve your work environment and keep your body safe.

illustration of someone having difficulty sleeping, possibly because of COVID-19 dreams
COVID-19 Dreams? Here’s What They Mean

By Kathy Katella

People have been reporting strange dreams and nightmares during the COVID-19 pandemic. Doctors say these dreams alone are not unhealthy, but if they are adding to existing feelings of stress and anxiety, it may be time to seek help.

A man is shaving in a mirror. He is wearing a white t-shirt.
Growing a Pandemic Beard? Solve Skin Problems Caused by Your Facial Hair

By Colleen Moriarty

Irritation, ingrown hairs, sparse spots, dandruff, acne and beard bumps can all come into play when taking the no-shave route. Here are dermatologist tips on how to save the skin underneath your beard or mustache.

Ryan Beville, a member of the Connecticut Hammerheads lacrosse team
Lacrosse Players (and Others) Can Still Stay in Shape Amid the Pandemic

By Kathy Katella

Lacrosse is a moderate sport as far as injuries go. But injuries can still happen. There are steps that young lacrosse athletes can take to prevent them.

Monique Hinchcliff, MD, MS, head of the Yale Scleroderma Program
Scleroderma: Your Questions Answered

By Kathy Katella

Scleroderma is an autoimmune disease that can be a challenge to diagnose because its symptoms are so varied. But there are treatments available for those symptoms. A Yale rheumatologist answers frequently asked questions about scleroderma.

Man snacking, possibly in response to anxiety related to the COVID-19 pandemic
Quarantine 15? What to Do About Weight Gain During the Pandemic

By Kathy Katella

COVID-19 has created a perfect storm for people who struggle with weight, but it's still possible to maintain or even lose weight.

Julius Chapiro, MD and Lawrence Staib, PhD, disucssing AI in medicine
Artificial Intelligence in Medicine: Getting Smarter One Patient at a Time

By Kathleen Frey Raven

Yale experts explain why artificial intelligence (AI) holds promise for improving health care for patients.

Patient talking with doctor, who may be part of CT Magazine's Best Doctors list
2020 ‘Best Doctors’ List Features Over 200 Yale Medicine Physicians

By Barbara Steinberger

Connecticut Magazine ’s 2020 'Best Doctors' list includes over 200 Yale Medicine physicians who were selected by their peers as the best in their fields.