With another potential COVID-19 surge looming, experts are turning their attention to a pair of new variants that are steadily spreading: BQ.1 and BQ.1.1. Both BQ.1 and BQ.1.1 descended from BA.5, an Omicron subvariant that currently accounts for about 68% of COVID-19 cases in the U.S. But BA.5’s relatives are quickly gaining ground. BQ.1 and … Read more
COVID-19 has caused an inordinate number of deaths around the world so far, causing life-expectancies to plunge. Historically, countries have recovered from other so-called “mortality shocks,” such as the 1918 flu and two world wars, within one to two years. But the shock of the pandemic is enduring in many places. A study published Oct. … Read more
With no alternative treatments, some worry the move could deepen maternal and infant health inequities. View original article Contributor: Ariana Eunjung Cha
Older adults can get the health perks of walking while avoiding falls, pain and other problems. View original article Contributor: Michele Stanten
Political infighting contributed to a subpar pandemic response, officials tell House committee. View original article Contributor: Dan Diamond
With no alternative treatments, some worry the move could deepen maternal and infant health inequities. View original article Contributor: Ariana Eunjung Cha
Older adults can get the health perks of walking while avoiding falls, pain and other problems. View original article Contributor: Michele Stanten
Political infighting contributed to a subpar pandemic response, officials tell House committee. View original article Contributor: Dan Diamond
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