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COVID-19 FAQs: Variants, vaccines and long-term effects

Sanford Health doctors answer your questions about the ongoing pandemic

Mick Garry ⋅13 min read

Talking to kids about COVID-19

Kid-friendly answers about the delta variant, continued safety measures and more

Sanford Fit ⋅6 min read

Who gets monoclonal antibody treatment for COVID-19?

Outpatient infusion lowers hospitalization rates for those at severe risk

Jason Anschutz ⋅6 min read

COVID-19 FAQs: Do we need to wear face masks?

CDC recommends masking indoors if you’re unvaccinated or in a high-transmission area

Katie Foutz ⋅6 min read

COVID-19 FAQs: How do vaccines get developed and approved?

Here's a look at the basic process — and details about coronavirus vaccines

Jane Thaden Lawson ⋅11 min read

Vaccine FAQs: Do COVID vaccines affect mammography results?

Swollen lymph nodes are both a vaccine side effect, and a sign it's working

Simon Floss ⋅6 min read

Moderna, Pfizer, J&J vaccines: Similarities and differences

A third COVID-19 vaccine approval means additional options for providers

Mick Garry ⋅6 min read

Vaccine FAQs: Do COVID-19 vaccines affect pregnancy?

Sanford doctors advise weighing pros and cons with your own health care provider

Simon Floss ⋅10 min read

COVID-19 vaccine: When’s the right time for the second dose?

Good Samaritan Society CMO: Don't worry if your doses are more spread out

Matt Holsen ⋅4 min read

What to expect before, during, after COVID-19 vaccine

COVID-19 vaccines will soon be available to the public. Know when and where to be immunized.

Mick Garry ⋅5 min read