In this issue: COVID-19 variant strain, popular diet trends, bone health tips, tracking saturated fat and more

Matthew Binnicker, Ph.D., the director of the Clinical Virology Laboratory at Mayo Clinic, discusses the COVID-19 variant strain.

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COVID-19 variant strain What is it? COVID-19 variant strain What is it? Matthew Binnicker, Ph.D., the director of the Clinical Virology Laboratory at Mayo Clinic, discusses the COVID-19 variant strain. Read more

COVID-19 resources and guidance from Mayo Clinic

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ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS Bone health: Tips to keep your bones healthy How to track saturated fat Basal body temperature for natural family planning

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