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Coronavirus Update

This week: Why some Americans are taking a horse dewormer; how asymptomatic infections can still lead to long-term health complications; masks may be here to stay; European travel restrictions.

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The shaky science behind ivermectin as a COVID-19 cure

Studies are inconclusive and misinformation is rampant. But many Americans now see a deworming medicine as a go-to drug to prevent and fight the Delta variant.

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How symptom-free COVID-19 can silently damage the body

Scientists are studying the potential consequences of asymptomatic COVID-19 and how many people may suffer long term health problems.

RELATED: How does COVID-19 affect the brain? A troubling picture emerges. +

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Will Americans wear masks to prevent sickness beyond COVID-19?

Americans may be adopting masking habits routine for other global citizens who wear them to block the spread of flu and other respiratory diseases.

RELATED: Battles over masks are pitting parents against governors +

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New U.S. cases, hospitalizations reach highest point in months

Cases of the Delta variant continue to rise as unvaccinated kids get back to in-person learning and fully vaccinated adults face the prospect of booster shots to combat waning protection.

What we're reading

Long-haulers are fighting for their future (The Atlantic) ››

The CDC only tracks a fraction of breakthrough infections, even as cases surge (ProPublica) ››

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Europe may soon restrict U.S. tourists again. What does that mean?

This September, expect many changes across the European Union—and the possibility that unvaccinated travelers will be shut out.

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Reeling from COVID-19, Italy's violin capital is rebounding with music

Known for its violin makers, Cremona is launching an academy for strings.

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New cancer treatments may be on the horizon—thanks to mRNA vaccines

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This new technology could help cool people down—without electricity

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Planning a trip can help your mental health

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