As infections of the Omicron variant of SARS-CoV-2 — the virus that causes COVID-19 — continue to spread around the world, there have been reports that symptoms, in some respects, are different from those of Delta variant infections. Do symptoms really differ? What should you look out for? On November 26, 2021, the World Health […]
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20+ Best Smoothie Recipes
These smoothie recipes give new life to your favorite fruits and veggies – in a slurpable drink! They’re packed with good-for-you ingredients, made in less than 5 minutes, and can be enjoyed any time throughout the day. How To Make A (Great) Smoothie When it comes to making a smoothie, don’t overthink it. The best ones are often […]
Why You Shouldn’t Panic About ‘Deltacron’ Yet
Last week it was flurona. This week it’s something called “deltacron.” We’re primed to go “oh shit” when we hear about a new variant, because we’ve been burned by quite a few of them by now. But the scary names outnumber the things we actually need to be scared of. Not long ago, we were warned about “delta […]
A new study has confirmed a link between the Covid-19 vaccine and periods
Since the rollout of the Coronavirus vaccine in the UK, many people have shown concerns about the jab’s impact on their period. In fact, 30,000 people have reported period irregularities after getting the vaccine, as per the MHRA Yellow Card scheme, including bleeding earlier than expected (often shortly after the vaccine), spotting, heavier bleeds or painful periods. However, a new study funded by […]
Is it a cold? The flu? Or COVID? How to tell sniffles and chills apart this holiday season
The common cold made an early appearance this summer with an unprecedented uptick of respiratory viruses. Since then, health care providers say cases haven’t slowed down. “You should never underestimate the repertoire and timing of viruses because they’re always around,” said Dr. Len Horovitz, internist and pulmonary specialist at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City. […]