Health
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Omicron, Now 2 Years Old, Is Not Done With Us Yet
The dominant variant of the coronavirus has proved to be not only staggeringly infectious, but an evolutionary marvel.
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Why We’re Still Breathing Dirty Indoor Air
The pandemic and recent wildfires have shown how unhealthy indoor air can be. But scientific and governmental inertia have slowed…
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Extra Fees Drive Assisted-Living Profits
Assisted-living centers have become an appealing retirement option for hundreds of thousands of boomers who can no longer live independently,…
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What to Know About Assisted Living
The facilities can look like luxury apartments or modest group homes, and can vary in pricing structures. Here’s a guide.
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A Simple Way to Save Premature Babies
The News Shortly after a baby is born, doctors clamp the umbilical cord linking the infant to the placenta, which…
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Sickle-Cell Treatment Created With Gene Editing Wins U.K. Approval
The first treatment that relies on CRISPR is expected to receive U.S. approval next month. But it may cost millions…
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V.A. Recruits Millionth Veteran for Its Genetic Research Database
The News On Saturday, after a 12-year effort, the Department of Veterans Affairs reached a long-term goal — it enrolled…
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Race Cannot Be Used to Predict Heart Disease, Scientists Say
The American Heart Association will release a new clinical tool that removes race as a factor in predicting who will…
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Facing Financial Ruin as Costs Soar for Elder Care
Margaret Newcomb, 69, a retired French teacher, is desperately trying to protect her retirement savings by caring for her 82-year-old…
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What Long-Term Care Looks Like Around the World
Most countries spend more than the United States on care, but middle class and affluent people still bear a substantial…