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Coronavirus Update

This week: The mysterious origins of COVID-19; what we know about the Mu variant; sweeping new mandates; why only certain viruses affect us; the greatest health threat facing humanity.

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Why it's so tricky to trace the origin of COVID-19

A 90-day investigation into the source of SARS-CoV-2 has shown consensus that the virus was not engineered. But many other elements remain a mystery.

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The Mu variant is on the rise. Should we worry?

Laboratory studies suggest this variant may be better at avoiding the immune system but lags Delta when it comes to transmission and infecting cells.

WATCH THIS: Variants are prolonging the pandemic. Here's how to stop them. (Washington Post) +

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'Enough is enough': Sweeping new mandates aimed at the unvaccinated

There are roughly 80 million eligible but still unvaccinated Americans. Meanwhile, the country is recording 100,000 hospitalizations and 1,500 deaths a day.

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Why climate change is still the greatest threat to human health

Polluted air and steadily rising temperatures are linked to health effects ranging from increased heart attacks and strokes to the spread of infectious diseases and psychological trauma.

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There are more viruses than stars. Why do only some infect us?

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How to feed 10 billion people without destroying the planet

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MORE CORONAVIRUS NEWS

Pfizer will soon seek emergency approval of vaccine for kids 5 and older

The shaky science behind ivermectin as a COVID-19 cure

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

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

Masked-up kids may struggle to communicate. Here’s how to help.

What we're reading

The myth of 'sterilizing immunity' (The Atlantic) ››

The COVID-19 baby bust (Scientific American) ››

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