So far very few Americans have been rolling up their sleeves to get vaccinated against COVID, flu or RSV. ROB SCHMITZ, HOST: As the holiday and the winter respiratory virus …
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Even a short post-dinner ‘fart walk’ can have big benefits for your health : Shots
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesEven a short walk around the block after dinner aids digestion, helps regulate blood sugar and promotes a better night’s sleep. Annie Otzen/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Annie Otzen/Getty …
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Scientists warn of the increased dangers of a new bird flu strain : NPR
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesThe spread of bird flu continues to trouble scientists. They say there is no indication that the U.S. has the outbreak under control. And now, a more concerning version of …
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Bird flu H5N1 outbreak in cattle and Canada infection worry scientists : Shots
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesThe bird flu outbreak has affected more than 650 dairy herds. Dozens of people have been infected from contact with infected cattle and poultry. Charlie Neibergall/AP hide caption toggle caption …
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Scientists warn of the increased dangers of a newly emerging bird flu strain
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesThe spread of bird flu continues to trouble scientists. They say there is no indication that the U.S. has the outbreak under control. And now, a more concerning version of …
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A drone’s eye view of ‘foodscapes,’ from cattle to soybeans to shrimp : Goats and Soda : NPR
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesThe African nation of Mauritania was a land of pastoral nomads when it gained independence from France in 1960, but it has since become a nation of fishermen as well, …
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Could tariffs enacted by President-elect Trump shut down fentanyl smuggling?
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesPresident-elect Donald Trump threatens to hit Canada, Mexico and China with tariffs. He says they aren’t doing enough to stop undocumented migrants and fentanyl smugglers from crossing into the U.S.
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Dr. Jay Bhattacharya speaks during a roundtable discussion with members of the House Freedom Caucus on the COVID-19 pandemic at The Heritage Foundation in late 2022. Tom Williams/CQ-Roll Call/Getty Images …
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Is there a way to prevent the unpleasant symptoms that come with a heavy night of drinking? Experts weigh in on common hangover myths. Photo illustration by Becky Harlan/NPR hide …
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Muscle memory can help you regain lost strength after a break from lifting : Shots
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesResearch shows after a break from weight lifting, your strength may return quickly thanks to phenomenon called muscle memory. EyeEm Mobile GmbH/iStockphoto/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption EyeEm Mobile GmbH/iStockphoto/Getty …