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 * Omicron: What do we know about the 'stealth variant'?
   
   Written by Annie Lennon

 * COVID-19: Does Omicron cause less damage to the lungs?
   
   Written by Deep Shukla

 * COVID-19 live updates: Moderna vaccine gets full FDA approval
   
   Written by MNT News Team

 * Omicron infection: What are the symptoms?
   
   Written by Maria Cohut, Ph.D.

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LATEST NEWS

 * 'Deaths of despair' on the rise in the US: Why here and not in other…
   
   Written by Jessica Norris

 * High risk of death or readmission after COVID-19 hospitalization
   
   Written by Robby Berman

 * The nocebo effect: Can we think ourselves unwell?
   
   Written by Katharine Lang

 * Breast cells in breastmilk are alive and may offer insights into…
   
   Written by Hannah Flynn

 * Brief incubation, high viral shedding: COVID-19 human challenge trial…
   
   Written by Katharine Lang

 * Are cancer rates really on the rise worldwide?
   
   Written by Kimberly Drake

 * Excess weight may accelerate brain aging
   
   Written by Katharine Lang

 * Empowering people with breast cancer: Improving outcomes for women of…
   
   Written by Fazila Seker, Ph.D.

 * Improvements in air quality may slow down the rate of age-related…
   
   Written by Deep Shukla

 * The neurological impact of COVID-19: What we know so far
   
   Written by Mary McGorray, M.D.


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 * Omicron: What do we know about the 'stealth variant'?
   
   A subvariant of Omicron called BA.2, which some refer to as the 'stealth
   variant,' has stirred public health experts' interests. Why is that, and
   should we be concerned?
   
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 * COVID-19: Alpha’s mutations provide insight into Omicron
   
   A recent study helps scientists understand how specific mutations in
   SARS-CoV-2 variants affect their ability to infect or replicate in human
   cells.
   
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 * COVID-19 decision fatigue: Expert tips on how to cope
   
   In this Special Feature, we look at the phenomenon of decision fatigue, how
   it has evolved during the pandemic, and how to address it.
   
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 * Deltacron: New variant or laboratory error?
   
   This Snapshot feature looks at the evidence for and against the existence of
   a new, "combination" variant of SARS-CoV-2, dubbed "Deltacron."
   
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 * COVID-19: Does Omicron cause less damage to the lungs?
   
   Here, we discuss recent research suggesting that Omicron may have a reduced
   ability to infect the lungs compared with the Delta variant.
   
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 * Omicron infection: What are the symptoms?
   
   In this Snapshot feature, we look at what we know about symptoms of infection
   with Omicron, home treatments, and prevention measures.
   
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THROUGH MY EYES

 * Caring for my grandmother: ‘No matter what I did, I always did it out…
   
   Written by Lee Davis

 * Through My Eyes: Epilepsy diagnosis in adulthood
   
   Written by Iva Moutelikova

 * Through my eyes: Long neuro-COVID
   
   Written by Kelly Ann Fearnley

 * Through my eyes: Type 1 diabetes diagnosis in adulthood
   
   Written by Louise Morales-Brown

 * Through my eyes: What it’s like to live with schizophrenia
   
   Written by Rose Parker

 * Asperger’s? Not again! Double diagnosis and learning to love my…
   
   Written by Henry Jackson


PAST HEADLINES

 * Heart health in Black Americans: The ‘healthy immigrant effect’
   
   Written by Annie Lennon

 * Hypertension: Hospitalizations more than doubled between 2002 and 2014
   
   Written by Timothy Huzar

 * Vitamin D and fish oil supplements reduce risk of autoimmune…
   
   Written by Annie Lennon

 * Do supplements really benefit the immune system?
   
   Written by Lindsey DeSoto, RDN, LD

 * Epstein-Barr may be ‘the leading cause of MS’
   
   Written by Hassan Yahaya

 * Study finds 'no adverse association between COVID-19 vaccination and…
   
   Written by Leigh Ann Green

 * ‘Silent epidemic’ of SARS-CoV-2 in white-tailed deer raises concerns
   
   Written by Timothy Huzar

 * Chemicals in everyday plastic items may lead to weight gain
   
   Written by James Kingsland

 * Treating Omicron: Antivirals work, some antibody treatments do not
   
   Written by Deep Shukla

 * Dementia: Seeing the same doctor each time may improve outcomes
   
   Written by Marybeth Gallagher, RN


MEDICAL MYTHS

 * Medical Myths: All about COPD
   
   Here, we address 11 myths about chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
   Among other topics, we cover exercise, body weight, and treatments.
   
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 * Medical Myths: All about lung cancer
   
   In this feature, we address 13 common myths and misconceptions regarding lung
   cancer. Among other topics, we cover smoking, pollution, and antioxidants.
   
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 * Medical Myths: All about IBD
   
   Here, we cover 12 persistent myths surrounding IBD. Among other topics, we
   will discuss treatment, stress, personality, and symptoms beyond the gut.
   
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 * Medical Myths: All about epilepsy
   
   Here, we tackle 13 myths associated with epilepsy. We ask whether epilepsy is
   contagious, whether seizures hurt, what treatments are available, and more.
   
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 * Medical Myths: All about cholesterol
   
   In this edition of Medical Myths, we delve into nine misconceptions
   associated with one of the most famous fatty substances on earth —
   cholesterol.
   
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 * Medical Myths: Sexual health
   
   In this edition of Medical Myths, we cover nine common myths associated with
   sexual health, including the "pull-out" method and double condoms.
   
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HONEST NUTRITION

 * Does diet influence cervical cancer risk?
   
   Written by Amber Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN

 * Paleo diet: Is there any evidence that it benefits health?
   
   Written by Lindsey DeSoto, RDN, LD

 * Omega-3: What it can and can't do for health
   
   Written by Amber Charles Alexis, MSPH, RDN

 * Clean eating: What does the research say?
   
   Written by Lindsey DeSoto, RDN, LD


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   Written by Yvette Brazier 8 studies cited

 * What is normal body temperature for adults, babies, during pregnancy…
   
   Written by Rachel Nall, MSN, CRNA 4 studies cited

 * Can you remove a skin tag yourself?
   
   Written by Dana Robinson

 * What foods are high in protein?
   
   Written by Jenna Fletcher 20 studies cited

 * 15 natural ways to lower your blood pressure
   
   Written by Kerri-Ann Jennings, MS, RD 44 studies cited

 * What are the ideal blood glucose levels?
   
   Written by Jennifer Huizen 3 studies cited

 * What are the early signs of type 2 diabetes?
   
   Written by Nicole Galan, RN 4 studies cited

 * How to get rid of a toothache at night
   
   Written by Jon Johnson 5 studies cited

 * What happens after you quit smoking?
   
   Written by Jenna Fletcher 4 studies cited

 * What to know about a headache on the left side
   
   Written by Lana Burgess 3 studies cited

 * How to naturally lose weight fast
   
   Written by Tracey Williams Strudwick 18 studies cited

 * Top 12 natural remedies for eczema
   
   Written by Jennifer Berry 4 studies cited

 * Natural ways to cleanse your lungs
   
   Written by Jamie Eske 5 studies cited

 * Can you eat fruit with diabetes? What are the best and worst options?
   
   Written by Caroline Leopold 3 studies cited

 * Can a person get pregnant while taking the pill?
   
   Written by Rachel Nall, MSN, CRNA 3 studies cited

 * What to know about bruising easily
   
   Written by Zawn Villines 3 studies cited

 * What should my cholesterol level be at my age?
   
   Written by Jenna Fletcher 7 studies cited

 * How to recognize an anxiety attack
   
   Written by Kathleen Davis, FNP 1 study cited

 * How to treat anxiety naturally
   
   Written by Zawn Villines 5 studies cited

 * What is dyspnea?
   
   Written by Danielle Dresden 3 studies cited







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