NEWS / PUBLIC HEALTH

COVID Boosters...Again?

Those who've had COVID boosters may think they're covered, but protection wanes after about 5 to 6 months. New variants are an issue, too. >

What Prison Populations Can Tell Us about COVID Protection

Prisoners live in close quarters, so COVID rates trend high. Seeing what helps keep transmission in check there is a useful lesson for all. >

To Get Healthier, Start on Monday

Struggling with resolutions already? Beginning a diet, exercise or other healthy change on a Monday can make you more likely to succeed. >

State Welfare Policies & Foster Care

States that make it difficult for families to receive full welfare benefits have more children in foster care and higher rates of neglect. >

COVID Deaths Shift Younger

COVID deaths are down, but the age of those dying is down too -- and that's concerning when one calculates the years of life lost. >

Why You Should Clean Your Phone

Cell phones carry allergens, fungi and bacteria and can trigger asthma. Clean yours regularly, particularly if you have pets. >

Take Heart

The benefits of being vaccinated against COVID far outweigh the tiny risk of heart inflammation associated with mRNA vaccines, even for men. >

Don't Assume You Are Protected

Had COVID? Be careful. Repeat SARS-CoV-2 infections put people at more risk of hospitalization and organ failure. Take precautions. Mask up. >

COVID Vaccines Work Even Better with Exercise

People who got the most exercise significantly lowered their risk of COVID-19 hospitalization. >

Tracking Environmental Chemicals' Effects on Gut Inflammation

Harvard researchers have developed a new way to screen environmental chemicals for inflammatory effects, especially in the GI tract. >

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