Antibody testing determines whether you had COVID-19 and now have antibodies against the virus.
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Vol. 21, Issue 38 | May 7, 2020
 
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COVID-19 (coronavirus) antibody test: What is it?
Antibody testing determines whether you had COVID-19 and now have antibodies against the virus. A test to diagnose COVID-19 determines if you currently have the disease. Here's what you need to know about coronavirus antibody testing.
 
 
Can COVID-19 (coronavirus) spread through food, water, surfaces and pets?  
Experts don't have all of the answers about potential ways the virus that causes COVID-19 spreads, but here's what's known so far.
 
     
 
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Quitting smoking: 10 ways to resist tobacco cravings
Tobacco cravings can wear you down when you're trying to quit. Use these tips to reduce and resist cravings.
Do cortisol blockers aid weight loss?
Cortisol blockers claim to help with weight loss, but do they deliver? The evidence is slim at best.
Allergy medications: Know your options
Learn more about allergy medications. Find out what they do and how they can help your symptoms.
 
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Have you or a loved one experienced a brain tumor diagnosis? Join Mayo Clinic Connect's supportive community and talk with others who have been there. Ask questions. Get answers.
 
 
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Caramelized onion chicken pizza
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HEALTH TIP
 
Are you getting enough calcium?
If dairy foods are off the menu, how can you be sure you're getting enough calcium? Try going green. Broccoli and dark green vegetables, such as spinach, kale, and turnip and collard greens, are good sources of calcium. Also look for calcium-fortified foods, such as soy milk and fruit juices.
 
Need practical advice on diet and exercise? Want creative solutions for stress and other lifestyle issues? Discover even more healthy lifestyle topics at MayoClinic.org.
 
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