COMIC: I Spent A Day In Coronavirus Awareness Mode. Epidemiologists, How Did I Do?
I thought it would be a breeze to follow the advice from health authorities to reduce my risk of catching COVID-19. I was very wrong.
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New Review Finds Alcoholics Anonymous Is Effective, But Not For Everyone
Alcoholics Anonymous may be just as good or better than scientifically proven treatments to help people quit drinking, according to a new review. But AA still doesn't work for everyone.
No Guarantee You'll Get Tested For COVID-19, Even If Your Doctor Requests It
There's still a big gap between what the federal government is promising in terms of testing capacity in the U.S. and what state and local labs can deliver.
Killer Kitties? Scientists Track What Outdoor Cats Are Doing All Day
Cat owners may often wonder what their outdoor cats is doing all day. One study shows outdoor cats are bad news for birds and other critters. But there are some ways to make cats more visible.
Nebraska Teachers Are Piloting A Climate Science Curriculum — Using NASA Data
Teachers lack good climate science curricula. Climate change skeptics fear indoctrination. A pilot NASA course that lets high school kids use their climate modelling software could satisfy both.
You Have A Fever And A Dry Cough. Now What?
Whether your mild or moderate symptoms mean you have a cold, the flu, or COVID-19 doesn't change the medical advice right now. Stay home, rest, and call or email your doctor if symptoms worsen.
Why Taller Grass Can Be Bad News For Grasshoppers
Grass on the prairie is growing taller because there's now more carbon dioxide in the air. Paradoxically, though, this might be hurting wildlife, because the grass is less nutritious.
U.S. Flu Season Beginning To Ease, Modelers Say
Though COVID-19 has captured the headlines, influenza places a huge burden on the health care system. This year's flu shot provides good protection, the CDC says, so do get one if you haven't already.
Scarcity Of Health Workers A New Concern As Self-Quarantining Spreads With Virus
Should "potential exposure" by a health worker to someone with coronavirus be enough to send that worker home for two weeks of self-quarantine? Health systems have begun debating relative risks.
Where That $8.3 Billion In U.S. Coronavirus Funding Will And Won't Go
President Trump and Congress Friday authorized a package of emergency funding to help and treat and slow the spread of COVID-19. About $950 million is designated for state and local response.