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Coronavirus Update

This week: Why booster shots every year might become routine; how to cope with "Zoom fatigue"; what we know about super-rare blood clots linked to the J&J vaccine; tackling vaccine hesitancy among young adults.

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Why annual COVID-19 boosters may become the norm

To keep the coronavirus in check and stay ahead of new variants, people may need yearly shots like they do for the flu.

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New cases still rising nationwide, as CDC director urges continued precautions

In Michigan alone, cases, deaths, and hospitalizations increased by 39, 87, and 83 percent, respectively, compared to two weeks ago. The CDC director urged Americans to continue social distancing, as vaccine distribution alone will not flatten the curve in the short term.

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'Zoom fatigue' may be with us for years. Here's how we'll cope.

New research shows how employers and tech companies can maintain the positive aspects of remote work while reducing the psychological drain, particularly for women.

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Microbes in your gut may be new recruits in the fight against viruses

Microbiologists are looking at new ways to fight viral infections, including COVID-19, with the bacteria already living in your intestine.

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This fish stuck in a disposable glove is a warning about the risks of pandemic litter

Around the world, people are finding animals affected by masks, gloves, and other PPE. “The material that is helping us is harming others,” says one scientist.

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What we know about the super-rare blood clots linked to the J&J vaccine

Experts are figuring out how to rapidly diagnose and treat the unusual clots linked to both the Johnson & Johnson and AstraZeneca shots.

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As colleges ramp up vaccination efforts, some young adults are still skeptical

Parents play a major role in whether members of Gen Z will get their shots—and so does social media.

What we're reading

The rural pandemic isn’t ending (The Atlantic) ››

Hugs replace social distancing amid vaccine expansion (Los Angeles Times) ››

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