Dr. Allen Mask Coverage

Dr. Allen Mask talks about what it was like receiving COVID-19 booster shot

COVID-19 booster shots are rolling out in North Carolina Right now, those eligible to get a booster shot include people over the age of 65 and those who work in a high-risk job. WRAL's Health Team Doctor Allen Mask is one of the many health care providers who have received the Pfizer booster shot.

Dr. Mask discusses vaccination

Dr. Allen Mask talks about getting his second dose of coronavirus vaccine.

WRAL's Dr. Mask practicing what he preaches in showing off 2nd COVID-19 shot

Dr. Allen Mask is among the physicians setting an example for those who might be hesitant to get the COVID-19 vaccine.

WRAL's Dr. Allen Mask receives COVID vaccine, encourages other minorities to get theirs

As coronavirus vaccinations continue, there is still concern about minority communities getting the shot.

Julian Grace, WRAL anchor/reporter

Raleigh doctor explains critical importance of getting a flu shot during pandemic

WRAL's Dr. Allen Mask talks about the upcoming intersection of the COVID-19 pandemic with our annual flu season -- and why getting a flu shot this year is more important than ever.

Raw video: Dr. Mask full interview on getting flu shot

WRAL's Joe Fisher spoke with Dr. Allen Mask about getting a flu shot and when the right time is to get it in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.

Dr. Allen Mask: Students could become 'super spreaders'

WRAL's Julian Grace had more reaction to the news of new COVID-19 clusters at N.C. State. He also spoke with Dr. Allen Mask about concerns that could arise from students there who could become "super spreaders" of the virus.

El Coronavirus preguntas y respuestas: Sus dudas, respuestas de expertos sobre la enfermedad del Coronavirus

El coronavirus se sigue propagando a lo largo del estado de Carolina del Norte y dentro de todo el país, El Noticiero WRAL está obteniendo respuestas a las preguntas más frecuentes sobre la pandemia. Entérate cómo puedes mantener a tu familia segura, a qué síntomas hay que estar al pendiente, cómo puedes ayudar a la comunidad médica, y que negocios están abiertos y mucho más.

Kelly Hinchcliffe, WRAL contributor

Health expert: No more than 5 people should gather for Easter dinner

Easter Sunday is usually enjoyed in the company of loved ones Health experts recommend not gathering this year due to the coronavirus outbreak.

Aaron Thomas, WRAL reporter

Author born in North Carolina writes book exploring history of street names and racial inequality

Deirdre Mask, the daughter of WRAL's very own Dr. Allen Mask, "looks at the fate of streets named after Martin Luther King, Jr., the wayfinding means of ancient Romans, and how Nazis haunt the streets of modern Germany," according to the publisher.

How does coronavirus affect the body if contracted?

Dr. Allen Mask addressed some of the more common COVID-19 questions on Monday morning.

Coronavirus Q&A: Your questions, expert answers on coronavirus

Dr. Allen Mask answered questions about the new coronavirus during a March 5, 2020, Facebook Live interview with WRAL News anchor Kathryn Brown, and three public health experts - State Health Director Dr. Elizabeth Tilson, Wake County Human Services Director Regina Petteway and Timothy Sheahan, an assistant professor of epidemiology at UNC-Chapel Hill - spoke with anchors David Crabtree and Debra Morgan during the March 9, 2020, special Coronavirus: Facts, not Fear.

Kelly Hinchcliffe, WRAL contributor

Coronavirus Q&A

Dr. Allen Mask answers some common questions about coronavirus and COVID-19.

Dr. Mask answers your coronavirus questions

Dr. Allen Mask answers questions about the new coronavirus strain and the COVID-19 illness it causes.

Dr. Mask: Coronavirus is too new to fully understand

WRAL's Dr. Allen Mask talks with David Crabtree about the biggest concerns about coronavirus. So far, the illness has been more deadly than the flu, but most people who will catch the virus will have mild symptoms.

As coronavirus concerns spread, Triangle residents finding it harder to find face masks

With an eighth case of the coronavirus confirmed in the United States -- this time in Massachusetts -- concerns about the virus are spreading.

Aaron Thomas, WRAL reporter

Coronavirus concerns creating shortage of face masks in Triangle

WRAL's Aaron Thomas reports face masks are in short supply in many locations in the Triangle due to the coronavirus.

Just stop: Vaping and e-cigarettes causing lung disease across the US, CDC warns

New warnings about electronic cigarettes from the CDC as well as many state and local health departments have doctors concerned.

Dr. Allen Mask, WRAL medical expert

Dr. Mask: Biggest stroke risk has few symptoms

Dr. Allen Mask explains how to recognize stroke symptoms and prevent strokes, even if you feel fine.

Dr. Mask will give Campbell University's health college commencement speech

Dr. Allen Mask will be the commencement speaker at Campbell University's College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences in May, the university announced Thursday.

Deborah Strange, WRAL digital journalist

Number of flu cases on the rise in NC

North Carolina health officials say four people died from the flu last week, raising the state's death toll for the season to 29.

St. Baldrick's Foundation gives grants to UNC, Duke for children's cancer research

Great strides are being made in the war against top cancer killers, including lung, breast and colon cancers. But in comparison, childhood cancer research is not as well funded.

Allen Mask, M.D., WRAL Health Team physician

Heart procedure can minimize stroke risk

Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the U.S. and the leading cause of disability. Doctors generally don't pin down the exact cause, but a certain round of tests may reveal a hole inside the heart. That hole can be the culprit for strokes.

Allen Mask, M.D., WRAL Health Team physician

How to help your teens stay healthy once they get to college

Is your teen headed to college. WRAL-TV's Dr. Allen Mask says they need to know their health history before they leave for home.

Sarah Lindenfeld Hall, Go Ask Mom editor

Bad cut or scrape? Here's when you need to take your kid to the doctor

Kids get cuts and scrapes and more than a few boos boos on those knees and elbows. But how bad do those injuries need to be to trigger a trip to the doctor and, possibly, some stitches?

Sarah Lindenfeld Hall, Go Ask Mom editor