 In Florida, the rampant spread of the delta variant means my “hot vax summer” quickly gave way to wearing masks again and mostly staying home. If you, too, live in an area of high transmission, it’s critical to protect yourself and others in as many ways as possible, including vaccination and masking up. This might also include setting aside cloth masks in favor of those proven to filter out more airborne particles. I rounded up 9 highly-recommended face masks, from KN95s to N95s intended for the general public to surgical masks with the highest level of protection. Please stay safe out there!
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Take Back Your Life Skin care TikTok is having a moment. From influencers sharing their regimens to DIY hacks to expert breakdowns, there’s something for everyone. But dermatologists aren’t on board with all of it. “It’s kind of a gift and a curse,” said Dr. Rayna Dyck, a dermatologist based in Alabama, adding that “the curse is that anyone can produce the content. So, in addition to skin care experts, great aestheticians and dermatologists who put out accurate information, there are people who are sharing advice that isn’t helpful or is even harmful. But because they’re popular or beautiful, everyone is going to try it, even if it’s bad for them.”
Deal With It  Work can be tough. Add in dealing with menstruation, perimenopause or menopause, and, well, it’s just amazing what half of us have to deal with on top of the usual workplace challenges. But what are the latter two like? Senior Reporter Monica Torres spoke with a number of people who have experienced menopause at work, and they said it can be both an annoying hassle and an important catalyst for their careers.
Pro Tip: It seems like everyone has a story about seeing ads for an oddly specific product after having a conversation about it. Could it be that our phones are listening in on our conversations? Well, yes, it’s possible, though perhaps not in the way you might think. Here’s how you can help prevent your phone from listening in.
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