US ramping up Covid-19 genome sequencing to track variants, CDC director says
The US has ramped up its genome sequencing efforts in the hunt for coronavirus variants, US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Director Dr.…
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Covid-19 antigen tests not counted among cases in some states, CNN analysis shows
Antigen test results still are not included in the total count of Covid-19 cases for some states — not even as probable cases, as the US…
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Despite dip in Covid-19 cases, expert says US is in the ‘eye of the hurricane’ as variants spread
While a recent dip in Covid-19 infections may seem encouraging, experts warn now is not the time for Americans to let their guard down. That’s…
Continue ReadingFauci urges vaccinations to stop new virus strains: ‘Viruses cannot mutate if they don’t replicate’
With multiple new coronavirus strains spreading across the country, Americans need to get vaccinated as quickly as possible to stop more mutations…
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12 lifestyle habits to reduce stress
People have been living in a storm of stress during the ongoing pandemic and political turmoil, which has had a negative impact on our well-being. A…
Continue ReadingThe Capitol riot and the danger of depicting rural America as only right-wing
The January 6 invasion of the US Capitol laid bare many uncomfortable truths about American society. Consider law enforcement’s differential…
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Social media helps Native Americans preserve cultural traditions during pandemic
Lawrence Wetsit misses the days when his people would gather by the hundreds and sing the songs that all Assiniboine children are expected to learn…
Continue Reading 12 lifestyle habits to reduce stress during a pandemic
People have been living in a storm of stress during the ongoing pandemic and political turmoil, which has had a negative impact on our well-being. A…
Continue Reading This is, in fact, who we are
The January 6 invasion of the US Capitol laid bare many uncomfortable truths about American society. Consider law enforcement’s differential…
Continue ReadingSouth Africa pauses AstraZeneca vaccine rollout after study shows it offers less protection against variant
South African health officials said Sunday they’re pausing the country’s rollout of AstraZeneca’s coronavirus vaccine after a study…
Continue ReadingCovid-19 numbers are improving, but infections could grow exponentially with Super Bowl gatherings
Covid-19 cases and hospitalizations are decreasing across much of the United States, but health experts warned that could change if fans gathered…
Continue ReadingMore contagious coronavirus variant identified in UK spreading rapidly throughout US, study says
A new study finds that cases of a more contagious coronavirus variant are rapidly increasing in the United States, and significant community…
Continue Reading US Covid-19 numbers are trending in the right direction but officials warn against Super Bowl gatherings that could fuel spread
While Covid-19 numbers are trending in the right direction across much of the US, officials nationwide warned against Super Bowl gatherings to avoid…
Continue Reading Cottagecore has us yearning for a bygone era that never was
Acres of flower fields stretch into the horizon as you frolic in the amber glow of the afternoon sun. After foraging for an assortment of plants, you…
Continue Reading ‘There will be other Super Bowls.’ US officials warn against gatherings for Sunday’s game to avoid Covid-19 spread
While Covid-19 numbers are trending in the right direction across much of the US, officials nationwide warned against Super Bowl gatherings to avoid…
Continue ReadingIt’s still safest to avoid indoor dining, even if more states are allowing it
For the Super Bowl this weekend, or if you are thinking ahead and planning for Valentine’s Day, the health experts say with the pandemic still…
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States are looking to help their vulnerable communities as vaccine distribution ramps up
As officials make strides to improve accessibility to Covid-19 vaccines in the United States, some states are turning their focus to the underserved…
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Americans are wondering: Will I get the vaccine or the virus first?
“It’s a black hole.” That’s how one reader described the process of trying to sign her elderly parents up to receive the…
Continue Reading 1 year after the first known US coronavirus death, over 450,000 families will never see a loved one again
When Patricia Dowd passed away last February, no one knew it was from Covid-19. She was 57 and very active, her brother said. Dowd had come down with…
Continue Reading Make your favorite team food for the Super Bowl, no matter who’s playing
As a Pittsburgher by birth, I’ve got a lot of hometown pride. (Just ask anyone who’s ever met me.) I love Heinz Ketchup, the Pirates, the…
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