How you’ll know the COVID-19 vaccines are safe
There’s an excellent reason why you’ve never seen someone suffering the ills of smallpox, with hard, scabbing pustules forming on their body “like peas under the skin.” It’s the same…
CDC has bad news about your Thanksgiving gathering
There’s an excellent reason why the United States’ top infectious disease expert isn’t gathering with family outside his home for Thanksgiving this year. Infected people without symptoms, who might feel…
Free Zoom alternative: Microsoft Teams lets 300 users video chat for 24 hours
This year has been a huge year for Zoom, as families and friends around the world have turned to the video chat service to stay in touch during the COVID-19…
‘It’s like a f*cking horror movie:’ Healthcare workers vent about COVID-19 conspiracy theorists
Just like coronavirus, COVID-19 deniers are probably going to be around for the long haul. Misinformation about COVID-19 literally kills. As the pandemic roars ahead, conspiracy theories thrive online. A…
What Dr. Fauci’s doing for Thanksgiving
When it comes to infectious diseases, Dr. Anthony Fauci has seen more than any of us. The 79-year-old immunologist took the reins at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious…
Forget to order a cable? Best Buy now has same-day delivery with Instacart
We’ve all been there: Sometimes you just really, urgently need a charging cable, phone case, or some other electronics accessory. Now, Best Buy and Instacart might have a solution for…
How to celebrate the holidays alone, from Thanksgiving to Christmas
One of the greatest cruelties of COVID-19 is how, at a time when we need each other most, staying away from loved ones is often the best way to show…
Elon Musk may have COVID-19, and of course, he has a theory
Elon Musk may have contracted COVID-19. The Tesla and SpaceX CEO shared the news on Twitter, saying he’s got “symptoms of a typical cold.” He also said he was tested…
Save 64% on a mask with a fan and a 4-layer filter
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Google Maps now shows COVID-19 hotspots
Google is adding another tool to help us stay safe amid the COVID-19 pandemic. On Wednesday, the company announced a new feature in Google Maps: An info layer that shows…