Bluetooth Is Useful, Ubiquitous, and an Invitation to Hackers
Bluetooth is potentially susceptible to attack because it allows different devices to communicate over the air, according to a cybersecurity expert.
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WHO Says New Coronavirus Variants to Be Named Using Greek Alphabet
A new naming system for coronavirus variants that uses the letters of the Greek alphabet was announced by the World Health Organization.
CDC Updates COVID-19 Guidelines for Summer Camps
Campers and staff who are fully vaccinated will not need to wear masks at summer camps, unless it is required by federal, state, local, tribal, or territorial regulations or if it is a business or workplace policy.
Number of Smokers Continuing to Rise Worldwide
The number of smokers is continuing to increase worldwide, and most smokers start smoking before age 25 years.
Providers Less Likely to Prescribe Statins in the Afternoon
Statin prescribing for at-risk individuals decreases among primary care providers as the day progresses, particularly in the afternoon compared with the morning.
Breastfeeding Initiation Varies by Race/Ethnicity Across US
There is considerable racial/ethnic variation in breastfeeding initiation across the United States.
Cannabis Exposures Higher in States With Legalized Marijuana
Higher rates of cannabis product exposures reported to U.S. poison control centers are seen in states where marijuana is legal, suggesting that exposures may be expected to increase with expanded legalization in more states.
US Issues Tough Travel Warnings for Japan Ahead of Olympics
US officials on Monday warned all Americans not to visit Japan because of a spike in COVID-19 cases there just two months before the Tokyo Olympics are set to start.
After Editor-in-Chief’s Resignation, JAMA Journals Outline Steps to Address Racism
Reacting to recent controversy, the AMA announced a series of steps it will take to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion within the medical society and its network of 12 journals.
JAMA Journals Editor-in-Chief Steps Down After Deputy’s Racism Comments
Because of controversial statements about racism made by a staff member, the editor-in-chief of JAMA and JAMA Network will step down on June 30.
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