What is spillover? Bird flu outbreak underscores need for early detection to prevent the next big pandemic
A biologist who studies how viruses spread from animals to people explains the process of spillover and the risks posed by the new bird flu that has spread across the globe.
Feb. 24, 2023 • ~7 min
How to help teen girls’ mental health struggles – 6 research-based strategies for parents, teachers and friends
The mental health of teenagers has grown far worse over the last decade. But a new report shows that, compared with boys, teen girls are disproportionately experiencing sadness and hopelessness.
Feb. 23, 2023 • ~9 min
Misinformation: why it may not necessarily lead to bad behaviour
We often assume misinformation leads to bad beliefs which lead to antisocial behaviour. But there’s so far little evidence for this.
Feb. 23, 2023 • ~8 min
Roadmap sets out new global strategy for development of more effective coronavirus vaccines
Plan will accelerate a new approach to coronavirus vaccines research and development, to protect against COVID-19 variants and future pandemic threats from new
Feb. 21, 2023 • ~8 min
Biden's plan for ending the emergency declaration for COVID-19 signals a pivotal point in the pandemic – 4 questions answered
President Joe Biden’s intention to end the national COVID-19 emergency will have long-lasting ripple effects on federal programs such as Medicare, Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program.
Feb. 3, 2023 • ~10 min
FDA advisory committee votes unanimously in favor of a one-shot COVID-19 vaccine approach – 5 questions answered
Many questions remain about next steps for US vaccine policy. But the FDA advisory panel’s hearty endorsement of a single-composition COVID-19 vaccine represents a pivotal step.
Jan. 27, 2023 • ~9 min
COVID has increased trust in genetics, study finds
A survey of over 2,000 British adults finds that trust in genetics is high and went up significantly during the pandemic. It also finds that there is a hunger
Jan. 26, 2023 • ~4 min
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