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22 Badass Indian Women You Should Totally Know About This International Women's Day

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These People Lost Their Hearing After COVID Months Ago. They Still Haven’t Fully Recovered.

There’s no definitive proof that COVID is causing hearing loss, but based on what researchers know about other viruses’ effects on the auditory system, it’s not an unreasonable connection to make.

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The FDA Is Considering A New Plan To Make COVID Vaccines A Lot More Like Your Annual Flu Shot

In a decision that could come this week, the FDA is looking to step away from the confusing array of COVID shots and boosters that are currently recommended and create an easier-to-understand schedule.

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Weight Loss Drugs Aren’t A Quick Fix

The popularity of drugs like Ozempic and a new pediatric recommendation that encourages fat teens to get weight-loss surgery show we still view fatness as a moral flaw that needs extreme intervention.

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How We Stopped Mpox This Year And What’s Next For The Disease Formerly Known As Monkeypox

Mpox case numbers are low and trending lower. Here’s how science saved the day and where the White House and CDC are currently focusing their efforts to fight the outbreak.

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Masks May Be Necessary Again. Here’s Why.

With SARS-CoV-2, RSV, flu, and other germs circulating, experts emphasize that masks do protect you — and it’s probably a good idea to start wearing them again in certain circumstances.

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Celebrities Are Again Under Scrutiny For Their Private Jet Usage, So Let's See How Far You Can Get Using The Same Amount Of CO2 Emissions

I, in no way, would actually want to take the trips in this quiz because they are so long, but it puts into perspective how a short private plane ride can contribute so much more CO2 than a commercial flight.

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This Woman’s “Kiss Of Death” Shows Just How Serious Allergic Reactions Can Be

Although it’s rare, kissing can elicit a serious allergic reaction in some people with food allergies.

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Katie Couric’s Cancer Diagnosis Sheds Light On Breast Density And Why It Matters For Mammograms

Katie Couric was diagnosed with breast cancer earlier this year after a routine mammogram. Here’s how often you should get checked and what kind of screening you need, particularly if you have dense breasts.

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Norovirus, That Icky Stomach Bug, Is Back

Norovirus cases are surging back in 2023. The bug seems to be making brutal rounds in the Northeast, but the CDC said cases are on the rise nationally.

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22 Badass Indian Women You Should Totally Know About This International Women's Day

So many amazing women to look up to!

These People Lost Their Hearing After COVID Months Ago. They Still Haven’t Fully Recovered.

There’s no definitive proof that COVID is causing hearing loss, but based on what researchers know about other viruses’ effects on the auditory system, it’s not an unreasonable connection to make.

The FDA Is Considering A New Plan To Make COVID Vaccines A Lot More Like Your Annual Flu Shot

In a decision that could come this week, the FDA is looking to step away from the confusing array of COVID shots and boosters that are currently recommended and create an easier-to-understand schedule.

Weight Loss Drugs Aren’t A Quick Fix

The popularity of drugs like Ozempic and a new pediatric recommendation that encourages fat teens to get weight-loss surgery show we still view fatness as a moral flaw that needs extreme intervention.

How We Stopped Mpox This Year And What’s Next For The Disease Formerly Known As Monkeypox

Mpox case numbers are low and trending lower. Here’s how science saved the day and where the White House and CDC are currently focusing their efforts to fight the outbreak.

Masks May Be Necessary Again. Here’s Why.

With SARS-CoV-2, RSV, flu, and other germs circulating, experts emphasize that masks do protect you — and it’s probably a good idea to start wearing them again in certain circumstances.

Celebrities Are Again Under Scrutiny For Their Private Jet Usage, So Let's See How Far You Can Get Using The Same Amount Of CO2 Emissions

I, in no way, would actually want to take the trips in this quiz because they are so long, but it puts into perspective how a short private plane ride can contribute so much more CO2 than a commercial flight.

This Woman’s “Kiss Of Death” Shows Just How Serious Allergic Reactions Can Be

Although it’s rare, kissing can elicit a serious allergic reaction in some people with food allergies.

Katie Couric’s Cancer Diagnosis Sheds Light On Breast Density And Why It Matters For Mammograms

Katie Couric was diagnosed with breast cancer earlier this year after a routine mammogram. Here’s how often you should get checked and what kind of screening you need, particularly if you have dense breasts.

Norovirus, That Icky Stomach Bug, Is Back

Norovirus cases are surging back in 2023. The bug seems to be making brutal rounds in the Northeast, but the CDC said cases are on the rise nationally.