The first challenge with rapid at-home self tests for COVID-19 is getting one. But once you have a test, there are now growing questions about what body part you should swab to get the most accurate ...

In the early days of the pandemic, public health officials scrambled to get a read on the new viral outbreak. The CDC covered all its bases, recommending specimens be sent to them in three ways for ...

ENT is a medical abbreviation for a wide range of conditions that affect the ears, nose, throat, head, and neck. ENT doctors (otolaryngologists) treat everything from nasal congestion and allergies to ...

As the omicron variant continues to sweep the United States, the FDA is being urged to gather more information about how well at-home Covid tests are able to detect the modified virus. Mounting ...

New research suggests Omicron may be easier to detect in saliva than nasal samples. Some experts recommend swabbing your throat then your nose for a COVID-19 rapid test, even if the test doesn't say ...

An otolaryngologist is a doctor specializing in treating conditions that affect the ears, nose, and throat, as well as head and neck surgery. Specialists in otolaryngology (sometimes also called ...

Why does my throat hurt in the morning? Does it mean you have COVID-19? While a sore throat is among the symptoms of COVID-19 infection, there are several other reasons why you may be experiencing ...

Haupt is a health and wellness editor at TIME. Achoo Haupt is a health and wellness editor at TIME. The millions of people who suffer from seasonal allergies each year are too familiar with symptoms ...

The ear, nose, and throat (ENT) are connected sensory organs that form part of the face and neck. Some ENT problems are straightforward, while others can be more complex and involve multiple body ...