You’ve been washing your hands wrong
In 2016, scientists studied a hand-washing method recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO). They found that it was more effective than the standard hand-washing method recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The WHO hand-washing method takes longer than the CDC hand-washing method. But the WHO method proved better at reducing…
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Is COVID-19 the tipping point for telemedicine?
COVID-19 has created a bigger demand for telemedicine. During the pandemic, doctors switched to video visits to care for their patients. These virtual visits can be more convenient. They cost…
Become a citizen scientist during coronavirus
The Smithsonian has a collection of 75 research projects that are looking for help from people at home. Citizen scientists can help researchers by sifting through data, like photos and…
Ways to reduce anxiety during the pandemic
The spread of COVID-19 has changed the way we go about our daily lives. Psychologist Dawn O’Malley has suggestions to maintain some normalcy and reduce anxiety. Wake up at the…
Each book in the Healthy Living series features 12 varied tips or habits readers can take part in to live a fun, safe, and healthy lifestyle every day. Helpful tips, interesting facts, and relatable photos are sure to empower readers.