Important health topics being covered by reliable news sources:
After a stroke blinded one eye, Frank Bruni focused on the future – NPR
How examining our regrets can make for a more meaningful life – NPR
This form of memory loss is common — but most Americans don’t know about it – NPR
People with ‘medium COVID’ are caught in a gray area of recovery with little support – NPR
Americans are stuck in unhealthy pandemic habits. Here’s how to reboot – NPR
For some patients, cardiovascular problems persist long after COVID – NPR
‘It’s a nightmare’: Hong Kong runs low on coffins as Omicron exacts deadly toll – Los Angeles Times
COVID-19 is fading. But ending the health emergency could leave us vulnerable – Los Angeles Times
Can you be healed by a sound frequency? From sound baths to TikTok, a debate (gently) rages – Los Angeles Times
CPS says COVID-19 quarantine policy to continue as some parents call for return ‘to normal before it’s too late’ – Chicago Tribune
Illinois’ new health care program for undocumented seniors leaves some of the most vulnerable behind – Chicago Tribune
Low-dose COVID shots effective for babies and toddlers, Moderna says – Chicago Tribune
Northwestern performs rare double lung transplant on patient with terminal lung cancer – Chicago Tribune
Companies are calling workers back to offices, again. But it might not be for five days a week anytime soon. – Chicago Tribune
‘Stealth’ omicron is expected to be dominant variant among Chicago COVID-19 cases by the end of March – Chicago Tribune
Genetically altered skin grafts hold promise as addiction treatment, University of Chicago scientists say – Chicago Tribune
Legal fight begins over new Florida law on teaching sexual orientation, gender identity – Miami Herald
CDC drops COVID-19 risk alerts for cruise travelers – Miami Herald
Florida, 20 other states sue federal government over mask mandate for airline travel – Miami Herald
Potent, often disguised: What to know about fentanyl causing overdoses in South Florida – Miami Herald
Why the CDC says kids should get a COVID vaccine — despite what Florida says – Miami Herald
Biden and Harris condemn Florida bill that restricts abortion after 15 weeks – Miami Herald
Second Covid-19 Booster Shot Endorsed by FDA, CDC for Adults 50 and Older – The Wall Street Journal
Omicron BA.2 Variant Represents Rising Share of U.S. Covid-19 Cases – The Wall Street Journal
Biden Administration to Stop Reimbursing Hospitals for Covid-19 Care of Uninsured – The Wall Street Journal
U.S. Travel Mask Mandate Extended by One Month to April 18 – The Wall Street Journal
Pfizer Starts Testing Its Covid-19 Pill in Children – The Wall Street Journal
Senate Republicans Push to End Covid-19 Emergency Declaration – The Wall Street Journal
Ivermectin Does Not Reduce Risk of Covid Hospitalization, Large Study Finds – The New York Times
Trying to Solve a Covid Mystery: Africa’s Low Death Rates – The New York Times
How Long Should It Take to Grieve? Psychiatry Has Come Up With an Answer. – The New York Times
What Is ‘Bigorexia’? – The New York Times
CDC: If you got J&J’s vaccine and booster, consider an mRNA shot now – The Washington Post
Covid vaccinations — including boosters — fall to lowest levels since 2020 – The Washington Post
Moderna says its coronavirus vaccine for young children is safe, but efficacy is a more complicated picture – The Washington Post
In blink of an eye, Senate passes time-change bill with no dissent – The Washington Post
Small lab that got $187 million for covid testing put patients in ‘jeopardy’ – The Washington Post
Latest version of omicron accounts for most new infections in many parts of the U.S., genomics testing shows – The Washington Post
White House officials say U.S. has exhausted funds to buy potential fourth vaccine dose for all Americans – The Washington Post
Biden pushes new normal amid worries about next covid surge and who is left behind – The Washington Post
Moderna seeks FDA authorization for a second booster dose of its coronavirus vaccine for all adults – The Washington Post
Pfizer and BioNTech seek authorization of second coronavirus booster shot for people 65 and older – The Washington Post
Covid long-haulers face grueling fights for disability benefits – The Washington Post
Redlining means 45 million Americans are breathing dirtier air, 50 years after it ended – The Washington Post
This is why it’s so hard to find mental health counseling right now – The Washington Post
U.S. to share some coronavirus technologies with World Health Organization – The Washington Post
White House unveils plan to move America past covid crisis, says shutdowns no longer necessary – The Washington Post