Thursday 6 August 2020

The Coronavirus Is New, but Your Immune System Might Still Recognize It


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Americans More Stressed by COVID Than Other Nations

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One-third of U.S. adults say they've experienced unbearable stress, anxiety and sadness during the pandemic and more than 30% have faced economic hardships, the Commonwealth Fund report revealed.



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Moderna Prices COVID Vaccine Higher than Others

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Because two doses of the vaccine are needed to immunize people from COVID-19, total costs could be $74 per person.



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Many Older Adults Can't Connect With Telehealth

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More than one-third of those over 65 face difficulties seeing their doctor via telemedicine -- especially older men in remote or rural areas who are poor, have disabilities or are in poor health.



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Are Boomers Less Sharp Than Previous Generations?

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Looking at two decades' worth of data on U.S. adults, the study found generational differences in tests of cognitive function. That refers to essential mental abilities such as remembering, reasoning and problem-solving.



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