The new XEC variant of the coronavirus has emerged in multiple countries, catching the attention of health officials worldwide. Learn what experts are saying about this variant and why it's important to stay informed. ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ 
September 28, 2024
Good Morning!

Today, we're covering the emergence of a new COVID strain and what you should know, research showing yet another benefit to caffeine, fewer children getting vaccines according to the CDC, and more.

Have a great weekend.
Makai Allbert
Makai Allbert
Health Writer
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New COVID Strain Emerges: What We Know
New COVID Strain Emerges: What We Know
The new XEC variant of the coronavirus has emerged in multiple countries, catching the attention of health officials worldwide. Learn what experts are saying about this variant and why it's important to stay informed.
Yet Another Benefit to Caffeine
Yet Another Benefit to Caffeine
Good news for your morning brew: a study found that drinking moderate amounts of caffeine can lower your risk of multiple heart and metabolic diseases by over 40 percent. With 14 percent of Americans dealing with these conditions, that daily cup of coffee or tea might be helping more than just your energy levels.
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WORDS OF WISDOM

Art is the right hand of Nature. The latter has only given us being, the former has made us men.
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Workout of the Day

 
 
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<i>Exercise Recommended by Kevin Shelly</i>
Exercise Recommended by Kevin Shelly
Occupational Therapist
Pushup
Pushups are a classic bodyweight exercise that can quickly build upper body strength and core stability.

Step 1: Assume a classic pushup position with palms and feet on the floor and elbows extended.
Step 2: Bend your elbows to lower yourself close to the floor while keeping your back and legs straight, then push back up.
Step 3: This counts as 1 repetition. Try to do 3 sets of 10 repetitions, modifying as needed.
Modification: Place your knees on the floor to make pushups easier.
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