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Experts Slam The White House’s ‘Heard Immunity’ Plan
The White House is reportedly embracing a herd-immunity approach focused on “protecting the elderly and the vulnerable” but experts are calling the plan dangerous and equivalent to “mass murder”.
Does Covid-19 Risk Depend On Blood Type? More Research Points To Yes
Two studies published today in Blood Advances suggest people with blood type O are less likely to get Covid-19 and also less likely to have severe outcomes, including organ complications, if they do get sick.
U.S. Presidential Election Linked To More Heart Attacks And Strokes, Study Finds
Heart attack and stroke hospitalisations doubled in the two days immediately after the 2016 presidential election, according to a new study.
What’s The True Toll Of The Coronavirus Outbreak? Covid-19 Deaths Aren’t The Only Reason For The Rising Death Rates
For every two deaths attributed to COVID-19 in the U. S., a third American dies as a result of the pandemic.
How Will Our Mental Health Be Affected By This New Financial Crisis?
Psychological research on past financial disasters may offer guidance on how people will respond to the current economic catastrophe and give us insight on how to handle the impending mental health crisis.
Will Covid-19 Become A Seasonal Virus?
Scientists predict that Covid-19 will become a seasonal virus, like the flu, but only once herd immunity is achieved.
Easing Restrictions On The Abortion Pill Could Help Improve Access To Care
The pandemic has made it increasingly harder for women to access abortions, however, new research suggests that lifting restriction around mifepristone—the medical abortion drug— can improve access to care, especially in rural communities.
Kids Wait For Treats Longer If They’re Trying To Impress Others
In a twist on the classic “marshmallow test” researchers found that children were willing to wait longer for a reward if they were told their teacher will find out how long they wait.
Students In China Had More Mental Health Issues After Covid School Closures
A new study, published in JAMA Network Open, found that children and adolescents reported significantly more psychological problems after the Covid-19 school lockdowns.
Long Naps May Be Bad For Your Health
Napping for longer than an hour is linked to higher risk of heart disease and death, according to a new study.
