CORONAVIRUS

The 2024 Summer Olympics will open in July in Paris (barring war or a pandemic).

6 Times the Olympics Have Been Postponed or Canceled

Since 1896, when the modern Olympic Games began, the event has been disrupted only six times—and it usually required a war.

San Francisco Eateries Are Enforcing a No-Puking Rule

So many people are overindulging on brunch mimosas that restaurants now have a vomit surcharge.

McDonald's is doing away with soda fountains.

McDonald's Is Phasing Out Their Self-Serve Soda Machines

The burger giant is shutting down the beverage taps.

Do DIY Air Purifiers Really Work to Combat Wildfire Smoke, COVID, and Other Pollutants?

Can your MacGyver air scrubber do the work of a purifier costing hundreds of dollars? Science says yes.

Raccoon dogs are neither raccoons nor dogs, discuss.

12 Surprising Facts About Raccoon Dogs

Get to know the raccoon dog, which is neither a raccoon nor a dog.

COVID boosters targeting Omicron are here.

The CDC Has Approved New COVID Boosters Targeting Omicron Subvariants—Here's What You Should Know

Thinking of getting a booster? Here's what you should know.

21 Fascinating Facts About Vaccines

From facts about the COVID-19 vaccine to tidbits from vaccine history, here’s everything you ever wanted to know about immunization.

COVID can dramatically raise the risk of diabetes.

Even Mild Cases of COVID Can Lead to a 40 Percent Greater Risk of Diabetes

Coronavirus can attack insulin-producing cells in the pancreas, leading to low insulin sensitivity that can adversely affect how the body uses energy.

The U.S. Government Is Distributing Free N95 Masks Across the Country—Here's How to Claim Yours

Starting the last week of January, N95 masks from the Strategic National Stockpile will be free to people who know where to find them.

COVID-19 home test kits can now be shipped right to your door.

PSA: You Can Now Order Free COVID-19 Home Tests From USPS

The test kits will be shipped free, with up to four available per household. It's all part of a federal program to help track and manage the COVID-19 pandemic.

Here's how to make sure your masks are legitimate.

How to Identify Counterfeit N95 Masks

Packaging that says "FDA approved" is a clear sign that your N95 face mask is fake. Here's how to identify the real thing.

How Long Do N95 Masks Last?

Are N95 masks reusable? It depends on a few factors—here’s how to tell when yours is ready to be replaced.

The CDC has advice for re-testing for COVID-19 after isolation.

Want to Re-Test Yourself for COVID-19 After Isolation? Here's What the CDC Recommends

Guidance around at-home testing before and after isolation for coronavirus is murky. The CDC is trying to fix that. Emphasis on trying.

At-home COVID-19 testing can skew data about community spread of the virus.

Why You Should Report a Positive At-Home COVID-19 Test Result—and How to Do It

Self-administered coronavirus tests are hitting shelves, and it's important to know that a positive result should be reported to local health officials.

Those seeking both COVID-19 and flu shots this year can probably get them all at once.

Can I Get My Flu Shot and COVID Vaccine at the Same Time?

Winter is coming, and with it brings increased opportunity for respiratory viruses to spread. Here's what to know about getting COVID and flu shots in the same visit.

Preschoolers waiting to be vaccinated for smallpox outside their doctor's office.

Mandatory Vaccines for Schools Began in Boston Nearly 200 Years Ago

The prospect of COVID-19 vaccine mandates for schools has been ruffling some feathers lately. It’s not a new issue.

These 25 Countries Have the Highest COVID-19 Vaccination Rates

Roughly 5.86 billion doses of the COVID-19 vaccines have been administered, and these are the 25 countries with the highest vaccination rates worldwide.

Looking to Buy a Used Car? These Are the 20 States Where You’ll Pay the Most Money

Why are used cars so expensive right now? A classic case of low supply, high demand—and it’s affecting the Mountain States the worst.

Two prized employees collaborating on an important project from home.

Working From Bed Is More Common Than You Think, Says New Survey

When the pandemic forced people to work from home, they created workspaces wherever they could. For some, the best place was in their bed.

They really could be immunologists, virologists, or epidemiologists.

Immunologist vs. Virologist vs. Epidemiologist: What’s the Difference?

What does an epidemiologist do? Not the same thing as an immunologist or a virologist. Here’s how to keep them straight.

6 Facts About the Delta Variant and COVID-19

From how it mutated to how COVID-19 vaccines stack up against it, here's what you should know about the delta variant of the coronavirus.

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Quarantine or Corn Teen? The Most Misspelled Word in Each State

You’ve heard of ‘bone apple tea,’ ‘die of beaties,’ and ‘Feyonce.’ Now, get ready for … ‘corn teen.’

5 COVID-19 Vaccine Myths, Debunked

Is the COVID-19 vaccine safe? What do COVID-19 vaccine side effects really mean? Here’s the truth about some prevalent misinformation.

The EU Is Opening to Vaccinated Tourists—Here's What You Need to Know for a Trip to Europe

After more than a year of restrictions against most nonessential travel, the EU will open its borders to vaccinated tourists this summer. Here's what you need to know before booking your trip.