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People wearing masks amidst rising concerns about the new, highly mutated COVID variant JN.1, as seen in Kolkata, India, on Dec. 27, 2023. BA.2.86, a close ancestor of JN.1, may cause more severe disease, according to two new studies published Monday.
Health
New, highly mutated COVID variants ‘Pirola’ BA.2.86 and JN.1 may cause more severe disease, new studies suggest
By Erin PraterJanuary 8, 2024
With COVID testing at all-time lows, wastewater is now the best and quickest way to gauge the growth of the virus, experts say. Other indicators, like hospitalizations and deaths, only reflect the most severe cases and lag by several weeks.
Health
Highly mutated COVID variant ‘Pirola’ JN.1 is fueling the pandemic’s second highest U.S. wave—and it’s still growing
By Erin PraterJanuary 5, 2024
The new, highly mutated COVID variant JN.1—dubbed “Pirola” by volunteer variant trackers—has achieved global dominance. And like Omicron, it came flying out of left field. It could represent the next chapter of the COIVD pandemic.
Health
‘Pirola’ JN.1 is the probable future of the COVID pandemic, experts warn—but you didn’t hear it from the WHO
By Erin PraterJanuary 4, 2024
Artistic rendering of a COVID-19 pathogen
Health
COVID-19 variant JN.1 symptoms: Is ‘Pirola’ different from other Omicron spawn?
By Erin PraterDecember 28, 2023
"Pirola" JN.1, a highly mutated COVID strain, is the wildcard in this season's winter respiratory disease forecast, experts say.
Health
JN.1—a new, highly mutated COVID variant—could cause one of the largest U.S. waves yet, experts say. When each state could see the variant peak
By Erin PraterDecember 23, 2023
Roughly half of the U.S. population has diabetes or its predecessor. It makes us a nation of sick people, experts say—driving up the country’s health care infrastructure and staffing needs and the cost of health care, and harming the economy in a way never seen before in U.S. history.
Health
Nearly half of the U.S. population has diabetes or prediabetes—and many have no clue. Are you among them?
By Erin PraterDecember 23, 2023
A teacher from a drawing academy is painting posters to raise awareness about the ongoing surge of the JN.1 COVID variant, which is spreading in the Indian states of Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and Goa, in Mumbai, India, on Dec. 19. The World Health Organization declared JN.1 a "variant of interest" on Dec. 19, second only in alert level to "variant of concern."
Health
JN.1, the WHO’s newest ‘variant of interest,’ has spiked COVID wastewater levels to all-time highs in some countries. What you need to know about the ‘Pirola’ offshoot
By Erin PraterDecember 20, 2023
Researchers have finally discovered the cause of morning sickness in pregnancy—and may be close to a cure
Family
Researchers have finally discovered the cause of morning sickness in pregnancy—and may be close to a cure
By Erin PraterDecember 16, 2023
Chia seeds are a superfood that could help combat world hunger and climate change, researchers say
Life
Chia seeds are a superfood that could help combat world hunger and climate change, researchers say
By Erin PraterDecember 16, 2023
A new study from Harvard provides preliminary evidence that daydreams are involved in neuroplasticity, the brain’s ability to change and adapt due to factors like injury and learning.
Mind
Daydreaming could amplify learning, a new study shows. Why researchers are touting the importance of ‘quiet wakefulness’
By Erin PraterDecember 13, 2023
Pneumonia is the No. 1 cause of hospital admission in kids and adults. Watch for these signs and symptoms
Health
Pneumonia is the No. 1 cause of hospital admission in kids and adults. Watch for these signs and symptoms
By Erin PraterDecember 7, 2023
Some of the most common post-pregnancy conditions, which can last for months or even years after birth, include pain during sex, lower back pain, and incontinence, according to a new series published Wednesday in The Lancet Global Health.
Health
A third of women suffer long-term medical consequences after giving birth. These 9 ‘underreported’ health problems are impacting millions
By Erin PraterDecember 6, 2023
What is ‘white lung’ pneumonia, and why is it reportedly on the rise in kids? What parents need to know
Health
What is ‘white lung’ pneumonia, and why is it reportedly on the rise in kids? What parents need to know
By Erin PraterDecember 6, 2023
Taylor Swift performs on stage at Estadio Más Monumental Antonio Vespucio Liberti on Nov. 9 in Buenos Aires. Prior to the Eras tour, Swift approached touring a bit lackadaisically, “like a frat guy,” she told TIME in December, after being chosen as the magazine's Person of the Year. When it came to The Eras tour, however, she began training six months in advance.
Health
Taylor Swift’s intense preparation for the iconic Eras Tour included specialized workouts and a daylong recovery routine
By Erin PraterDecember 6, 2023
Booming eldercare industry, dizzying choices: 5 things to keep in mind when choosing a retirement home for Mom or Dad
Magazine
Booming eldercare industry, dizzying choices: 5 things to keep in mind when choosing a retirement home for Mom or Dad
By Erin PraterDecember 4, 2023
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