Masks are one of the most important ways to stop the spread of COVID-19. You should wear masks in public settings, around people who don’t live in your household, and when you can’t stay 6 feet away (socially distance) from others. But not every mask is automatically helpful, and deciding what kind of mask to… Continue reading How to Safely Wear A Face Mask
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New Research Tracks Hand-to-Nose Spread of Dangerous Bacteria
Pneumonia-causing bacteria can be spread via another way besides the airborne method: It can spread through contact between the hands and the nose, according to new research published in the European Respiratory Journal. Pneumococcus, the bacteria that can cause pneumonia, is known to be spread through inhalation of airborne droplets containing the bacteria, for example,… Continue reading New Research Tracks Hand-to-Nose Spread of Dangerous Bacteria
Ready for Cosmetic Surgery? Don’t Aim for The Stars
They stare at us from magazines displayed at the supermarket checkout. They pop up on our televisions regularly. So maybe it’s not surprising that when some people consider plastic surgery, a celebrity’s image is what they are after. An annual survey by the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery reveals that 13 percent… Continue reading Ready for Cosmetic Surgery? Don’t Aim for The Stars