Tuesday 31 August 2021

F.D.A. Fully Approves Pfizer-BioNTech’s Vaccine, a First for a Covid-19 Shot


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180 cases are traced to a church camp and conference that didn’t require vaccinations or testing, the C.D.C. says.


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How to Stop Feeling Anxious Right Now

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Wondering how to feel less anxious? Learn ways to ease anxiety naturally.



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Pandemic Brought Big Drop in Breast Cancer Screenings

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New research shows many parts of the U.S. saw a significant drop in breast cancer screening of older low-income women during the COVID-19 pandemic.



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As Delta Surges, Contact Tracing Re-Takes COVID Center Stage

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It's also time, some experts say, to do contact tracing smarter. That means merging it with testing and vaccination efforts.



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High Viral Load in Lungs Drives Fatal COVID-19

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New research shows a high amount of coronavirus in the lungs is a major contributor to death in COVID-19 patients.



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Men Over 50 Less Likely to Have a Baby With IVF

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A new study found that men over 50 years old have less than a 30% rate of a successful live birth with assisted reproduction.



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How to Read Your Dog's Body Language

Struggling to understand your dog? Read on to learn how to read them through their body language.



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Loopholes Leave Gaps in Mandated Coverage for Mental Health


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Half of Adults With ADHD Have Struggled With Alcohol, Drug Use

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A new study shows people with ADHD who have a history of depression or anxiety are particularly vulnerable to substance abuse problems.



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An Experimental H.I.V. Vaccine Fails in Africa


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Monday 30 August 2021

How to Set Goals

Learn about setting goals, including how to create a plan for success in achieving your goals.



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How to Recover After Divorce

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Struggling after your divorce? Get some wisdom on how to heal and move on.



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How to Choose a Sports Bra

Searching for a new sports bra? Learn what to look for.



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How to Be a Good Friend

Learn the qualities and traits that make a good friend and how to be one.



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Half of Adults With ADHD Have Struggled With Alcohol, Drug Use

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A new study shows people with ADHD who have a history of depression or anxiety are particularly vulnerable to substance abuse problems.



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How to Color Your Own Hair

Step-by-step tips on how to start coloring your hair at home.



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How to Bathe Your Dog

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Learn about bathing your dog, including making bath time fun for your dog and efficient for you.



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How to Help Your Teen Learn to Drive

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Learn about how to teach your teen to drive, including setting house rules to limit risky behaviors.



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How to Feel Less Anxious About Money

Learn about financial anxiety and its effects on your health, along with how to get a handle on financial stress.



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How To Use a Foam Roller

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Looking for a way to relieve muscle tension? Try using a foam roller.



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7 Things to Help You Sleep Better

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Learn how to fall asleep quicker and sleep better.



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Eco-Friendly Ways to Clean Your Whole House

Learn eco-friendly cleaning habits for Your home.



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Best Exercises for Leg Muscles

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Learn about the best exercises to build leg strength.



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New data confirm Pfizer and Moderna vaccines bring a small risk of heart problems, especially for boys and younger men.


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Liberty University Orders Campus-Wide Quarantine for COVID-19

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Liberty University in Virginia announced a temporary campus-wide quarantine due to a spike in COVID-19 cases among students and staff.



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Makeup, Sunscreen, and UV Rays: What to Know

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Learn about how to protect your skin from the sun using makeup, sunscreen, and more.



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Best Exercises for Arms

Learn about the best exercises to build arm strength.



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4 Surprising Facts About Willpower

Working on your willpower? Learn these strategies to help.



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11 Things You Should Keep in Your Car

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Learn about 11 essential items you should always keep in your car.



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Health Benefits of Tennis

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Find out how playing tennis can be beneficial for your health.



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Beard Care: 7 Tips for a Healthy Beard

Learn about ways to keep your beard and the underlying skin healthy.



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A study confirms a small risk of blood clots after vaccines, but not as high as the risk Covid brings.


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Demand Surges for Deworming Drug for Covid, Despite No Evidence It Works


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Sunday 29 August 2021

What to Know About Boosters if You Got the Johnson & Johnson Vaccine


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Friday 27 August 2021

How the Delta Variant Infiltrated an Elementary School Classroom


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The Delta variant doubles the risk of hospitalization by the Alpha variant, a study finds.


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Hair Regrowth Stimulated by Microneedle Patch

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The experimental approach delivers nanoparticles to hair follicles to support regrowth.



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TikTok Milk Crate Challenge Puts Kids at Serious Risk

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The milk crate challenge is causing many young people to put their life and limb at risk.



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More Evidence Ties Gum Disease With Heart Disease

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Studies reveal heart risks increase with the severity of gum disease.



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When Is a Person With COVID-19 Most Infectious?

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Research shows two days before and three days after COVID symptoms develop are the most infectious days, which highlight the importance of rapid testing and quarantine if someone is feeling sick.



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A new study found half of hospitalized Covid patients had lingering symptoms one year later.


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Thursday 26 August 2021

The Biden administration is being criticized for falling short on its pledge to provide vaccines to the world.


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A new study found half of Covid patients had lingering symptoms one year later.


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Med Schools’ Equity Efforts Thwarted by Pandemic

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Efforts to improve diversity and equity in academic medicine have been “moved to the back burner” in the face of the coronavirus pandemic, despite a growing need to address racial disparities, said the top diversity expert at the Association of American Medical Colleges.



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Managing Pain When You Have an Addiction

How do you manage pain if you've had a problem with addiction? Learn your options and how to work with your doctor.



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Eczema and Your Relationships

Your eczema doesn't have to get in the way of friendships or dating. Find out how eczema can affect relationships and what you can do about it.



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Monoclonal Antibodies vs. Vaccines vs. COVID-19: What to Know

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Whether you’ve just tested positive or been exposed, monoclonal antibodies could help you and your loved ones stave off COVID-19. Here’s what you need to know.



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WHO Team: Search for Coronavirus Origins at a Standstill

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Experts have been unsuccessful pinpointing the origin of COVID-19, and the window of opportunity may be closing.



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COVID Vaccination Will Be Required on Disney Cruises to Bahamas

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Beginning September 3, U.S. passengers aged 12 and older will have to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination before boarding Disney Cruise Line voyages to the Bahamas.



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