Category: Washington Post

Before FTX collapse, founder poured millions into pandemic prevention

Most of those initiatives have come to a sudden halt.

Loud music may be damaging ears of 1 billion young people, study says

Music played on headphones and at venues is often too loud, causing hearing loss in young people that can be permanent, research suggests.

California reports its first RSV and flu death in a child under 5

California saw an early rise of cases of RSV, which causes a cold-like illness in children, in October, the state’s Department of Public Health said.

How to avoid slips, trips and injuries on the pickleball court

Pickleball’s popularity knows no bounds, but before you play, invest in the right shoes and consider experts’ tips for avoiding injuries.

The right foods can help lower your blood sugar

Whether you have diabetes or prediabetes, or you simply want to eat healthier, these steps can help.

White House seeks more covid funding in lame-duck session

Officials say the need for next-generation treatments and vaccines is urgent as the virus continues mutating.

Experimental Alzheimer’s drug from Roche fails in trials

It is a discouraging development that underscores the challenges of developing treatments for the memory-robbing disease.

More kids are getting wellness checkups, but big gaps remain

About 68 percent of White, non-Hispanic children were compliant in 2016 and 2017, compared with 52.5 percent of Black children and 58 percent of Hispanic children.

Narwhals, ruffs and other animals that defy gender stereotypes

Perhaps the most fascinating animal is the spotted hyena of sub-Saharan Africa, where the females dominate the clans.

Moderna says new booster increases protection against omicron subvariants

Moderna’s omicron-targeted booster shot, which became available in September, increased the levels of antibodies that block the BA.5 coronavirus subvariant.