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This ‘Mamma Mia!’ HIIT workout feels like a dance party
If working from home and social distancing have left you feeling a little soft, you are not alone. The Quarantine 15 is real. The combination …
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Here’s what a trip to Disney World looks like during the pandemic
After an unprecedented nearly four-month closure, Walt Disney World’s theme parks have now been reopened. Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom reopened on July 11, …
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What you need to know about COVID-19 and secondhand smoke
Close contact with someone who is infected with COVID-19 is the most common way the novel virus spreads, health officials caution. An infected person can …
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Doctors urge Americans to get the flu vaccine this year
Health officials are urging Americans to not forget their flu shots this year. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says manufacturers are producing more …
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Study finds Black babies are more likely to survive when their doctors are Black
Black newborns are three times more likely than white newborns to die when cared for by white doctors, according to a new study published in …
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Study shows women-led countries have handled the pandemic better
There’s not a woman in the running for the upcoming U.S. presidential election, but people might be wishing there was one. According to a new …
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What Austin is doing with the $150M it’s cutting from its police budget
In reaction to protests and civil unrest, several cities across the country have reduced their police departments’ budgets, but in Texas the state capitol is …
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Movie theaters are reopening—here’s what medical experts say about going
Movie theaters are pulling out all the stops to get people back in front of the big screen after months of closure. When AMC Theatres …
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Adorable ‘bear claw’ succulents are fuzzy to the touch
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COVID-19 outbreaks hit sororities, fraternities and dorms as college parties resume
Partying college students are causing outbreaks as universities go back to in-person or hybrid learning this fall. Student-related outbreaks were reported starting over the summer …
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CDC: Suicidal thoughts rise among young adults amid pandemic
A new survey from the CDC says one in four young adults had seriously considered suicide in the past month. Researchers wanted to learn more …
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US airlines are banning valved and vented masks
To help combat the spread of COVID-19, mask use is required in cities across the nation. This is true for plane travel as well, as …
U.S.-Canada border closure extended again until at least September 21
Another month, another extension of the closure of the U.S.-Canadian border. Crossings between both countries will remain off-limits for travelers until at least September 21, …
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If you’ve been struggling to find Dr Pepper in stores, here’s why
Have you had a hard time finding Dr Pepper at your local grocery store? If so, you’re not alone. There’s a national shortage of the …
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Company is making a plush doll that looks like Dr. Anthony Fauci
There’s nothing like a global pandemic to make you realize just how much you don’t know about science. This becomes especially clear if you try to …
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How to stay safe when flying during the pandemic
Nearly half of Americans canceled their summer vacation plans as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. However, as the State Department recently lifted their “do …
Even with no lockdown since June, New Zealand has gone 100 days without new COVID-19 cases
New Zealand has reached a major COVID-19 milestone: 100 days without a single new local case. The country’s Ministry of Health confirmed the good news …
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Nearly 100,000 kids in US tested positive for COVID-19 in the last 2 weeks of July
Nearly 100,000 children tested positive for COVID-19 in the last two weeks of July, according to a new report from the American Academy of Pediatrics and the …
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Principal sings hilarious parody of ‘U Can’t Touch This’ for kids going back to school amid coronavirus pandemic
The start of the 2020-2021 school year has caused a lot of stress and anxiety for parents, staff and students as everyone wonders how classes …
Big Ten votes to cancel 2020 football season due to COVID-19 concerns
The Big Ten’s presidents have reportedly voted to cancel the upcoming college football season due to concerns stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the Detroit …
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103-year-old celebrates birthday and end of isolation by getting her first tattoo
After spending months in isolation during the pandemic, when 103-year-old Dorothy Pollack was allowed to leave her nursing home she had a few things on …
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How to reduce your coronavirus risk in pools this summer
While many pools and waterparks are shut down entirely this summer because of COVID-19, others remain open — but with some rules in place that …
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Los Angeles to shut off utilities for residents who host large parties
Los Angeles will shut off utilities for residents who host parties during the pandemic starting Aug. 7. “By turning off that power, shutting down that …
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Serena Williams is donating more than 4 million face masks to schools throughout US
Not all kids in the U.S. will be physically returning to their schools this fall, but for those who are heading back, tennis champ and …
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Study finds young kids can carry up to 100 times more coronavirus than adults
With many kids in the U.S. set to return to school and daycare this fall, parents and teachers are keen to know just how much …
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Panera combined 2 popular menu items into a deliciously cheesy new dish
Peanut butter and jelly, spaghetti and meatballs, chips and salsa — some food combinations are simply destined to be delicious. Now, Panera’s at-home line is …
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Clorox says how long the disinfecting wipe shortage could last
Everyone is cleaning more often during the pandemic, and many back-to-work and back-to-school plans include extra wipedowns with disinfectant wipes and other materials. That is …
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Airline says it will pay medical and hotel costs if passengers get COVID-19 while traveling
Emirates airline is offering some serious peace of mind for its customers during the coronavirus pandemic. A new insurance policy, available to all Emirates passengers, …
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Bryan Cranston urges mask-wearing after contracting COVID-19
Bryan Cranston, who played drug kingpin Walter White in “Breaking Bad,” revealed that he has recovered from COVID-19 in a video he took as he …
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How to get your teenager to take the pandemic seriously
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Buy matching face masks and dog bandanas
Let’s face it — the cloth face covering is the must-have accessory for 2020 that nobody could have predicted. The Centers for Disease Control and …
Speaker Nancy Pelosi makes masks mandatory on House floor
Rep. Nancy Pelosi: “Pursuant to House Resolution 965, members and staff will be required to wear masks at all times in the hall of the …
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Women donated their hair to make a custom wig for their friend with cancer
When Dana McSwain lost her hair due to chemotherapy treatments, she thought she’d never look or feel like herself again. Thanks to some generous friends …
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Dad and daughter did a mermaid photo shoot for her birthday and the results are so sweet
Arkansas photographer Desirae Deal may have gotten the most magical job of the year. She helped transform a little girl into a mermaid for a …
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McDonald’s to require face masks at all U.S. restaurants
McDonald’s will soon require customers to wear face coverings while inside its U.S. restaurants. It’s a response to recent surges of new coronavirus cases across …
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Study finds that people with narcissistic traits are more likely to ignore pandemic guidelines
With anti-mask protests popping up around the country and many people taking to social media to decry mask mandates, it’s becoming clear that not every …
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is getting a 3-digit dial
As of July 16, 2022, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline will be reached by dialing 988. On July 23, The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) unanimously …
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Alex Trebek joked that he wants Betty White to replace him on Jeopardy
In March 2019, longtime “Jeopardy!” host Alex Trebek announced that he had been diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer. Throughout his illness, the 80-year-old has …
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91-year-old man and 88-year-old wife beat COVID-19 together
Gillian and Michael England have been married for 61 years, so they’ve been through a lot together. As of July 17, they can also say …
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Doctor monitored his oxygen levels while wearing 6 face masks
Although face masks have been shown to effectively reduce the spread of COVID-19 and have the backing of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and …
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Kim Kardashian released a statement on Kanye West’s mental health
After a series of erratic tweets from her husband, Kanye West, Kim Kardashian West released a statement on her Instagram story about her husband’s mental …
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‘Grey’s Anatomy’ will explore the coronavirus pandemic in next season
The coronavirus pandemic is one of the most significant medical events in modern history, and on the next season of “Grey’s Anatomy,” the hospital drama …
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How to make a no-sew face mask from an old T-shirt
With mask orders taking effect to combat the coronavirus — and some major retailers requiring them for entry — it’s important to have a face …
I’ve always preferred female doctors and it turns out science is on my side
I have always preferred seeing female physicians. From a young age, I remember having a strong preference for the “girl” doctor, and these days, I …
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Author of ‘How to Raise a Boy’ says we shouldn’t tell our sons to ‘man up’
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Early results show Oxford University coronavirus vaccine is safe and produces immune response
Scientists all over the world have been working on COVID-19 vaccines for months, and there have been positive developments in recent weeks. Researchers from Oxford …
These products aim to prevent drownings in residential pools
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Quarantine fatigue is real—these are the symptoms
You have been acting responsibly since the beginning of the pandemic, taking significant steps to protect yourself, your loved ones, and even strangers. Maybe you’ve …
90-year-old man wore protective gear to say final goodbye to his wife
A 90-year-old man dressed in full protective gear so he could say his final goodbyes to his wife of nearly 30 years. Sam Reck had …
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CDC extends no-sail order for cruise ships through September
The CDC does not want people setting sail on cruise ships anytime soon because of the coronavirus pandemic. Citing “ongoing” COVID-19 outbreaks onboard ships, the …
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