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What's next for avian flu? Genetic tests of California farmworkers could reveal viral evolution

Federal scientists are studying H5N1 in California dairy workers for dangerous mutations that could enhance its transmission to humans.

Here's why some people should wear a mask and gloves while gardening

Wearing a mask and gloves while gardening can reduce the risk of inhaling drug-resistant fungus found in compost and bulbs.

Why Experts Are Worried About Bird Flu in Cows

Concerns arise over 20-40% milk samples containing bird flu fragments; experts debate safety of U.S. milk supply for human consumption amid low infection risks.

Decades-old Cans of Salmon Reveal Changes in Ocean Health

Parasitic loads in salmon used as proxies for marine mammal infection risk.
Old canned salmon discovered as a potential source for studying parasite evolution.

US health officials drop five-day isolation time for Covid-19

CDC changes isolation guidelines for Covid-19 positive individuals to 5 days with improving symptoms and no fever for 24 hours.
Experts concerned the new guidelines may increase infection risk for vulnerable individuals.

Study: Regularly Drinking Coffee Reduces COVID-19 Infection Risk

Drinking coffee every day may reduce the risk of COVID-19 infection and the severity of infections.
The effects of coffee were consistent across different types and variants of the virus.
Previous studies have also shown a link between coffee consumption and a lower risk of developing COVID-19.

Study: Regularly Drinking Coffee Reduces COVID-19 Infection Risk

Drinking coffee every day may reduce the risk of COVID-19 infection and the severity of infections.
The effects of coffee were consistent across different types and variants of the virus.
Previous studies have also shown a link between coffee consumption and a lower risk of developing COVID-19.

Study: Regularly Drinking Coffee Reduces COVID-19 Infection Risk

Drinking coffee every day may reduce the risk of COVID-19 infection and the severity of infections.
The effects of coffee were consistent across different types and variants of the virus.
Previous studies have also shown a link between coffee consumption and a lower risk of developing COVID-19.
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