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- Aria Bendix for Business InsiderMar 20 ’22
The pandemic gave people with chronic illnesses a sense of belonging. Now they’re back to feeling like outsiders.
A trip to Target already felt life-threatening to Chelsey Gomez before the pandemic. Gomez was diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma, a blood cancer, less than four years ago. An oncologist told her that if she didn't seek treatment right away, she might…
- Aria Bendix for Business InsiderMar 19 ’22
People describe near-death experiences in an eerily similar way. They’ve convinced some researchers that an afterlife exists.
Researchers who study near-death experiences say they believe in a consciousness beyond our physical reality. People often encounter death in similar ways, two University of Virginia professors said at a South by Southwest panel. Many people describe…
- Aria Bendix for Business InsiderMar 17 ’22
Virtual reality could help ward off Alzheimer’s by making people feel less lonely
Researchers at a South by Southwest panel suggested that virtual reality could help treat or ward off Alzheimer's. The technology could reduce loneliness, a key risk factor for Alzheimer's. It could also trigger old memories or help people recall a f…
- Aria Bendix for Business InsiderMar 14 ’22
Moderna president says 4th COVID-19 shot is probably only necessary for older and immunocompromised people
Older adults or immunocompromised people probably need a fourth COVID-19 shot, Moderna President Stephen Hoge said Monday. Young, healthy people may opt out, depending on what outcome they're trying to prevent, Hoge said. Moderna is developing a boos…
- Aria Bendix for Business InsiderMar 08 ’22
More than 100 Ukrainian workers have been trapped at Chernobyl for nearly 2 weeks after Russia invasion
More than 100 workers are stuck at Chernobyl after Russian forces seized it two weeks ago. Nuclear experts worry that workers are getting too tired to properly oversee the power plant. Chernobyl workers eat one meal per day and sleep on the floor, ta…
- Aria Bendix for Business InsiderMar 08 ’22
COVID-19 patients say Omicron back pain feels like period cramps, kidney stones, or muscle spasms
Back pain has become relatively common among people recently diagnosed with COVID-19. Three COVID-19 patients told Insider the symptom resembled intense period cramps, kidney stones, or muscle spasms. Back pain could offer clues about whether Omicron…
- Aria Bendix for Business InsiderMar 04 ’22
Minutes to hours after a nuclear bomb are critical for survival. Disaster experts explain how to protect yourself in a worst-case scenario.
Putin recently placed Russian nuclear forces on high alert, a concern to some defense experts. If a nuclear bomb was headed toward the US, residents would have 30 minutes or less to find shelter. Actions immediately following a blast, like showering …
- Aria Bendix for Business InsiderMar 02 ’22
UN report warns of climate-related mass extinctions, including the disappearance of penguins and polar bears
Half of plant and animal species could be threatened if global temperatures rise 4 degrees Celsius. A new climate report warns of mass extinctions of animals, including polar bears and penguins. Up to 14% of land species could face a high risk of ext…
- Aria Bendix for Business InsiderFeb 28 ’22
Unlivable cities, refugees, extinct animals: UN climate report warns of drastic changes in coming decades
Up to 3.6 billion people are highly vulnerable to climate change, a new UN report says. Warming of 1.5 degrees Celsius or more could drastically alter our physical health, the places we live, and the survival of animal species. If temperatures rise a…
- Aria Bendix for Business InsiderFeb 26 ’22
Despite Ukrainian fears, nuclear experts say fighting near Chernobyl unlikely to cause major radiation threat
Ukrainian officials warned of an "ecological threat" after Russian troops seized Chernobyl. Nuclear experts said they weren't concerned about a major release of radiation at the site. Chernobyl has been largely decontaminated and its nuclear reactors…
