Written by Maria Cohut Ph.D. and Yella Hewings-Martin, Ph.D. on January 12, 2021
A new variant of SARS-CoV-2 called B.1.1.7 has emerged in the United Kingdom. We look at why viruses mutate and what experts know about B.1.1.7 so far.
In a recent viewpoint essay, some scientists have emphasized the importance of social media in disseminating accurate, reliable public health information.
A loss of taste and smell is a symptom of COVID-19. Anyone experiencing this should self-isolate and request a COVID-19 test. Learn how COVID-19 affects taste and smell here.
Herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) causes cold sores. Cold sores may recur throughout a person's lifetime. Learn more about the triggers that can cause cold sores to reappear and how to alleviate accompanying symptoms here.
