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ACCEPT AND CONTINUE TO SITE MANAGE SETTINGS COVID-19: Latest news and resources READ MORE Medical News Today NEWSLETTER GO CORONAVIRUS NEWS COVID-19: Why the Omicron variant has scientists worried Written by James Kingsland COVID-19 vaccines for children: What are the side effects? Written by Hannah Flynn, MS COVID-19 live updates: Omicron variant was in Europe 'at least 10 days… Written by MNT News Team In Conversation: The neurocognitive impact of long COVID Written by Hilary Guite, FFPH, MRCGP LATEST NEWS Living with HIV: ‘I can thank the virus for making me who I am today’ Written by Christopher Sharpe Scientists develop promising vaccine method against recurrent UTI Written by Anna Guildford, Ph.D. Phages: Study finds natural enemy of dysentery-causing bacteria Written by Jeanna D. Smiley Why a gene found in South Asians may not fully explain susceptibility… Written by Prof. Winston A. Morgan COVID-19 protection wanes 90 days after second Pfizer vaccine Written by Annie Lennon Through My Eyes: Epilepsy diagnosis in adulthood Written by Iva Moutelikova COVID-19: Why the Omicron variant has scientists worried Written by James Kingsland Study reveals acute effects of severe COVID-19 on the brain Written by James Kingsland Drinking coffee may reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease Written by Debbie Lambert ‘Flimsy’ evidence for social media worsening adult mental health Written by Annie Lennon SPOTLIGHT FEATURED STORIES Why a gene found in South Asians may not fully explain susceptibility to COVID-19 In this op-ed, Prof. Winston Morgan asks whether a genetic variant found in South Asians says something about COVID-19 susceptibility or just shifts the blame. SARS-CoV-2 in white-tailed deer: Should we worry? In this feature, we discuss recent research into animal populations that might harbor SARS-CoV-2. In particular, we focus on white-tailed deer. COVID-19 vaccines for children: What are the side effects? In this Special Feature, we outline what we know about the side effects of COVID-19 vaccines that some health authorities have approved for use in children. Fear can be fun, and it might even be good for you Sometimes, fearful sensations can be a source of pleasure. Our Special Feature explores the hows and whys of this phenomenon. COVID-19 pandemic: The impact on undocumented US families In this op-ed, Dr. Maria L. Garcini and her collaborators talk about the unique challenges facing people with undocumented status in the U.S. during the COVID-19 pandemic. Molnupiravir vs. COVID-19: Will the drug live up to the hype? Molnupiravir has promise as a COVID-19 treatment, but how much do we know about it? This Special Feature examines the available data and some safety concerns. THROUGH MY EYES Through My Eyes: Epilepsy diagnosis in adulthood Written by Iva Moutelikova Through my eyes: Long neuro-COVID Written by Kelly Ann Fearnley Through my eyes: Type 1 diabetes diagnosis in adulthood Written by Louise Morales-Brown Through my eyes: What it’s like to live with schizophrenia Written by Rose Parker Asperger’s? Not again! Double diagnosis and learning to love my… Written by Henry Jackson I had to make a podcast to finally hear the truth about menopause Written by Rachel New PAST HEADLINES Antibodies from COVID-19 vaccine may reduce by 57% after 6 months Written by Timothy Huzar Study shows how vitamin D could halt lung inflammation in COVID-19 Written by Yasemin Nicola Sakay Exercise may lower Alzheimer’s risk by reducing inflammation Written by Deep Shukla COVID-19: 30% of healthcare personnel in US hospitals remain… Written by Jonathan W. Raymond 1 in 5 people with hypertension take drugs that increase blood… Written by Hannah Flynn, MS Medical Myths: All about COPD Written by Tim Newman Plant-based diets produce less greenhouse gas Written by Jeanna D. Smiley Crohn’s: How stress may increase disease-associated bacteria, causing… Written by Corrie Pelc Nasal vaccine for Alzheimer's enters phase 1 trial Written by Timothy Huzar Fasting-mimicking diets: Could they help treat cancer? Written by Lori Uildriks MEDICAL MYTHS Medical Myths: All about COPD Here, we address 11 myths about chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Among other topics, we cover exercise, body weight, and treatments. Medical Myths: All about lung cancer In this feature, we address 13 common myths and misconceptions regarding lung cancer. Among other topics, we cover smoking, pollution, and antioxidants. Medical Myths: All about IBD Here, we cover 12 persistent myths surrounding IBD. Among other topics, we will discuss treatment, stress, personality, and symptoms beyond the gut. Medical Myths: All about epilepsy Here, we tackle 13 myths associated with epilepsy. We ask whether epilepsy is contagious, whether seizures hurt, what treatments are available, and more. Medical Myths: All about cholesterol In this edition of Medical Myths, we delve into nine misconceptions associated with one of the most famous fatty substances on earth — cholesterol. Medical Myths: Sexual health In this edition of Medical Myths, we cover nine common myths associated with sexual health, including the "pull-out" method and double condoms. HONEST NUTRITION Clean eating: What does the research say? Written by Lindsey DeSoto, RDN, LD How bad are carbs, really? Written by Amber Charles, MSPH, RDN Does gluten sensitivity exist? 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