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Should I Get the RSV Vaccine If I Have Cancer?

Moffitt expert weighs in on symptoms, vaccines and everything in between

Should Cancer Patients Get More COVID Boosters?

Increasing booster frequency lowers risk for COVID in cancer patients, new study says

Social Workers Essential to Managing Cancer’s Ripple Effects

From emotional care to lodging and transportation, patients don’t have to face journey alone

Could Cancer Patients Face Higher Risk for Long COVID?

New study shows lingering symptoms in more than half of patients

Daughters Pillows Comfort Mom in Treatment

Daughter’s Pillows Comfort Mom During Treatment

Teen gives out 800 free hugs through heart-shaped pillows

Do I Need an Updated COVID-19 Booster?

FDA approves Pfizer and Moderna shots that target original coronavirus strain and omicron subvariants BA.4, BA.5

COVID-19 Vaccination Rates Lower Among Those with Hearing and Vision Disabilities

Lack of access, financial hardship, inadequate health care system contribute to disparity

Are Reformulated COVID Boosters Necessary for Fall?

Dr. Patrick Hwu tackles the question in this episode of the Moffitt Medical Minute

CDC Relaxes Guidelines for COVID-19

New recommendations end quarantines, put less emphasis on social distancing and routine surveillance testing

Moffitt Researches COVID Vaccine Effectiveness in Cancer Patients

Study finds that antibody levels in patients with cancer were not the same as those in healthy adults who had received two doses of the COVID vaccine

Taking a Closer Look at Cancer Drug Claimed to Reduce COVID Deaths

New study shows promising results for moderately ill patients

COVID-19 Still a Risk for Patients with Cancer as Cases Rise

New studies look at treatments and vulnerability in cancer population

Do You Need a 2nd COVID Booster?

Dr. Patrick Hwu tackles the question in this episode of the Moffitt Medical Minute

Free N95 Masks Now Available from National Stockpile

N95s offer the ultimate protection, surgical masks are second, cloth masks the least effective

How Are Monoclonal Antibodies Fighting COVID-19?

Drug used to help prevent disease, as well as treat it

Cancer Deaths Down but Diagnoses Rise, New Report Says

Advances in lung cancer a key contributor to decline in mortality rates

What Do I Need to Know about Omicron?

The latest COVID-19 variant is significantly more contagious, but here’s how you can protect yourself

Is There an End in Sight for the Current COVID-19 Surge?

Health experts suggest number of cases could drop in coming weeks

Is the COVID-19 Omicron Variant Less Severe?

Dr. Patrick Hwu provides an update in this episode of the Moffitt Medical Minute.

Highlighting Moffitt’s Top 5 Research Stories of 2021

FDA approvals and COVID vaccine in cancer patients study showcase ability to translate discoveries into new therapies

Highlighting the Top 10 Moffitt Stories of 2021

Another year dominated by the pandemic still saw growth, innovation and a Super Bowl championship

Are Cancer Patients Responding to the COVID Vaccine?

Moffitt study shows patients with myeloid malignancies do develop antibodies after vaccination

Omicron Named the Latest COVID-19 Variant of Concern

The new mutation has been found in 20 countries and counting

Can Mixing COVID Vaccines Affect Immunity?

Dr. Patrick Hwu answers the question in this Moffitt Medical Minute.

Metastatic Breast Cancer ‘Thrivers’ Leave Cancer Concerns at Home for Trip to Africa

Four Moffitt patients and friends visited Zambia for a trip of a lifetime

Colin Powell Dies of COVID-19 Complications

He also had multiple myeloma at 84, which affected his immune response to the vaccine

FDA Recommends Moderna and J and J COVID19 Vaccine Boosters

FDA Recommends Moderna and J&J COVID-19 Vaccine Boosters

Study results also suggest mixing and matching vaccine series are safe

Study Shows Some Cancer Patients Face Long COVID-19

One in six experienced side effects lasting months later

New COVID-19 Pill Could Reduce Severe Illness and Death

Early test results show molnupiravir reduced both by half

Moffitt Answers Cancer Patients’ Questions about COVID-19 Booster

Pfizer shots now available for patients

FDA, CDC Approve COVID-19 Booster Shots

Pfizer-BioNTech doses available for seniors, those at high risk; Moderna and J&J data still being reviewed

2 COVID-19 Vaccine Doses More Effective Than 1 for Cancer Patients

Study shows infection and mortality rates lower after second dose

What You Need to Know About 3rd COVID-19 Vaccine Shot

Third dose will help immunocompromised mount better antibody response

How Do COVID-19 Variants Form?

Dr. Patrick Hwu tackles the answer in this Moffitt Medical Minute

How Long Does the COVID Vaccine Last?

Studies show it’s still effective after six months. We take a look at what happens to your immunity after that.

5 Questions on the Delta Variant

Dr. John Greene answers your questions and dispels vaccination myths

COVID-19, Bronchitis and Red Tide Causing Respiratory Distress

Illnesses on the rise from airborne viruses and irritants

Lightning Stanley Cup Win Marks Return to Normalcy

Packed arena a significant milestone in the fight against COVID-19

COVID-19 Delta Strain Considered ‘Variant of Concern’

Highly contagious variant could become dominant strain in the U.S.

CDC Loosens Mask Restrictions for Fully Vaccinated Americans

People who are full vaccinated do not need to wear masks or practice social distancing indoors or outdoors, with exceptions

A Day in the Life of a Moffitt Nurse

Meet Magen Davis, one of our nursing education specialists

CDC Updates Mask Guidelines for Fully Vaccinated Americans

Small outdoor gatherings deemed safe to attend without masks

Can I Trust an At-Home COVID Test?

You can test for the virus at home, be beware of false negatives

Seasonal Allergies or COVID-19?

Certain symptoms can help you spot the difference

Doctors’ Day: 5 Questions with Moffitt’s Chief Medical Officer

Dr. Bob Keenan provides perspective on how health care has changed in the past year

No, Long-term Face Mask Use Will Not Cause Lung Cancer

Stories circulating on social media falsely claim oxygen deficiency, bacteria cause cancer

Are Two Masks Really Better Than One?

In curbing COVID-19 transmission, fit, fabric and layers are important

Security Experts Warn Against Sharing COVID Vaccine Card Photos

Posting personal information on social media puts you at risk of theft and much more

Moffitt Nurse Scores Super Bowl Surprise

Check out how ABC’s “Good Morning America” and Buccaneer Rob Gronkowski honored a vaccinated frontline health care worker

Experts Say Take Pain Relievers After Your COVID Vaccine, Not Before

It’s unknown if preemptive NSAIDs could have an effect on vaccine efficacy

Yes, You Need Both Doses of Your COVID-19 Vaccine

For the full benefit, do not skip your second dose

What to Expect After the COVID-19 Vaccine

Side effects are common but mild in many cases

Ask the Experts: Your COVID-19 Vaccine Questions Answered

Dr. John Greene of Moffitt Cancer Center answers your questions about the COVID-19 vaccine.

Moffitt’s Employee COVID Vaccine Clinic a Team Effort

Behind the scenes of vaccinating thousands of healthcare workers

Moffitt Cancer Center Begins COVID-19 Vaccinations

About 600 frontline health care workers received first round of vaccines Thursday

New Cancer Patients, Especially Blacks, at Greater Risk for COVID-19

New study found those recently diagnosed with blood cancers are at highest risk

COVID-19 Testing Guide for Holiday Travel

Everything you need to know about when, where, how and why to get tested

How Would a COVID-19 Vaccine Work?

RNA vaccines can be made quicker than a traditional one

Holiday Tips to Curb COVID-19 Risks

Consider alternatives, modified traditions to celebrate safely this season

No, Masks Do Not Cause Cancer

Reality star makes wild claim on social media over Halloween weekend

8 COVID-19 Tips You Should Follow

It’s vital to take preventative measures, especially during flu season

5 Fall Festivities That are Safe in a Pandemic

New CDC guidelines rank activities by level of risk

What Does a COVID-19 Exposure Mean?

What to do if you think you’ve been exposed to coronavirus

Why Flu Shots are More Important Than Ever

For the first time, flu season coincides with a pandemic

COVID-19 Facts and Fears

Six Takeaways from Moffitt Experts

The Flu vs. COVID-19

Ways to identify symptoms of each contagious respiratory illness

Moffitt Nurse Back at Work After Battling COVID-19

In April, doctors gave Leo Begazo a 10% chance of surviving the respiratory disease.

How Do Neck Gaiters Stack Up?

Duke University study tests effectiveness of 14 types of face coverings

5 Tips to Battle "Maskne"

Constant mask wearing can cause your skin to breakout

CDC: Don’t Wear Masks with Vents or Valves

Don’t give germs space to escape

Cancer Patients, Should You Send Your Kids Back to School?

CDC releases guidelines for schools reopening

Managing Elderly Cancer Patients During COVID-19

Risk is higher for elderly patients whose cancers are progressing or not responding to treatment

Do You Need a Negative COVID-19 Test to Return to Work?

New CDC guidelines change the process for health care personnel returning to work

Can Your Home A/C Filter Kill COVID-19?

Filters, purifiers, UV light. Your virus filtration questions answered

On-site COVID-19 Testing Improves Safety at Moffitt

With the capacity to complete 1,000 tests daily, patients and team members are better protected

Do You Know What’s in Your Hand Sanitizer?

Recent FDA warning urges consumers to check the label

6 Ideas for a Festive Fourth in the Age of COVID

Safe ways to keep traditions alive amid the pandemic

Will COVID-19 Cause a Surge in Cancer Cases?

National Cancer Institute model shows 10,000 additional deaths from breast and colon cancer

What You Need to Know about COVID-19 Testing

Checking for current and previous infections is not 100% reliable

‘Take Care of Them and Try to Keep Them Alive’

At the height of the pandemic, Moffitt Nurse spent eight weeks working overnight shifts at a Brooklyn hospital

As Pandemic Raged, New York Cancer Patient Chose Moffitt

Worried about COVID-19 exposure back home, Austin Gavin turned to Google. He found Moffitt.

Weathering the Storm During COVID-19

COVID-19 makes hurricane prepping different this year. Are you prepared?

‘It was me, God and death in front of me’

Moffitt nurse Leo Begazo finds renewed faith and passion for work after surviving severe case of COVID-19

5 Mistakes You May Be Making When Wearing Face Masks

Face masks have become the new norm. Are you wearing yours correctly?

Quitting During Quarantine

Smokers are more likely to develop a more severe case of COVID-19

COVID-19: Where Are We Now?

It’s okay to start returning to normal, as long as you do it in a safe way

No Meat on the Shelves? Here’s Some Alternatives.

The COVID-19 pandemic is leaving some grocery aisle shelves bare

Neutralizing COVID-19

An immunotherapy used to treat cancer may help fight the coronavirus

Are Cancer Survivors at High Risk for COVID-19?

Emerging research shows survivors could be at increased risk for complications from the virus

CDC: COVID-19 ‘Does Not Spread Easily’ by Touching Surfaces

Social distancing and good handwashing should be priorities

Is Your Virtual Visit Safe?

Moffitt patients receive secure, high-quality care without leaving the comfort of home

Tapping into Telemedicine

During the pandemic, virtual visits are up 5,000% at Moffitt

Florida Begins Phase One of Reopening

Restaurants and retail can open with limited capacity

Keeping Connected During COVID-19

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Moffitt has a no-visitor policy

Recovering from COVID-19 At Home

What you need to self-manage and when to seek further help

How is COVID-19 Taking a Toll on Cancer Patients?

Moffitt researchers launch study to analyze psychosocial effects of the pandemic

A Crisis Amid a Pandemic

COVID-19 cases put spotlight on racial health disparities

Moffitt Launches Two COVID-19 Studies

Researchers will recruit Florida residents to analyze infection trends and long-term immunity

Super Heroes in Red Vests

Moffitt volunteers make their mark, even during a pandemic

Clinical Trials and COVID-19

Majority of Moffitt patients receiving investigational therapies still on track

MOSI’s Call to Action During COVID-19

The museum is using 3D technology to make face shields

New Multiple Myeloma Drug May Help Treat COVID-19 Patients

Study underway to determine if Xpovio can disrupt coronavirus replication in severely ill patients

Head and Neck Cancers and COVID-19

Head and neck oncologists are among the highest risk specialties for COVID-19 exposure

Moffitt Launches COVID-19 Frontline Response Fund

Donations will support patients and the team members caring for them, as well as virus-related research.

The Doctor Is In… Fifth Grade

Moffitt’s Dr. Karen Fields virtually discussed viruses with Corbett Prep students

Cleaning and Disinfecting Tips to Tackle COVID 19

Cleaning & Disinfecting Tips to Tackle COVID-19

Best practices for keeping your home and belongings clean and virus-free

Moffitt Develops COVID-19 Testing for Patients

With an urgent need for testing, Moffitt labs joined forces to develop a quick test with same-day results

Caregivers: Take Extra Steps for Your Own Health

Now more than ever it’s important for caregivers to stay healthy

Lions and Tigers and COVID-19, Oh My

Sick cats at the Bronx Zoo have people questioning, is my pet next?

Father FaceTimes Daughter Down the Aisle

Nurses prove love conquers all, even in a pandemic

Wearing Masks Now Recommended to Slow COVID-19 Spread

The CDC now recommends wearing cloth masks in public

An Immunotherapy Used to Treat Cancer May Help COVID-19 Patients

FDA approves clinical trials using cellular immunotherapy to battle the virus

Surviving Work from Home

Follow these tips to make working from home easier and more productive.

COVID-19 Will Bring Out the Worst in Us. But It Will Also Bring Out the Best in Us.

One of our social workers shares tip on how to take care of ourselves during the pandemic

COVID-19 and Ibuprofen: Fact vs. Fiction

Social media posts caused confusion by initially warning that the drug may cause more severe illness

Dining Safely During the COVID-19 Pandemic

To limit your potential exposure to the virus while dining out, consider these tips

In the Eye of the COVID-19 Storm

How yearly hurricane planning helped Moffitt be prepared for the pandemic

Repurposing Drugs to Fight COVID-19

World Health Organization launches global trials on four possible treatments

The Science Behind COVID-19

What is COVID-19, how does it spread and why is it dangerous?

COVID-19 Treatment: Could Survivors’ Blood Be the Key?

The FDA granted emergency approval to test convalescent plasma therapy on critically ill coronavirus patients

How Soon Could We See a COVID-19 Vaccine?

Vaccines can take years to reach approval, but there are ways to speed up the process.

Protecting the Most Vulnerable

Limiting visitors and delaying procedures are just some ways to protect BMT patients during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Coping with Coronavirus Stress

Helpful tips to deal with the anxiety caused by all the headlines.

5 Mistakes You May Be Making When Washing Your Hands

Proper hand washing is a great defense against coronavirus

Moffitt Preparing for Coronavirus

You may be asked screening questions at your next visit

Should You Wear a Face Mask to Protect from Novel Coronavirus?

The coronavirus outbreak in China has many reaching for face masks across the globe.

What You Need to Know About Novel Coronavirus

Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) is the latest viral infection to cause concern across the globe.

The ReMissions Shine Light on Moffitt’s Mission

“We listen to each other, work together and make harmony together.”

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