As flu cases spike, is it time to start wearing masks again? | The-14

As flu cases rise, evidence shows routine mask wearing offers limited benefit. Experts urge staying home when sick and personal choice over mandates this winter

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Latin American Stars Shine in Australian Open 2026 Entry Lists

Tennis Australia unveiled the entry lists for the 2026 Australian Open on Monday, showcasing nearly complete top-100 fields for the season’s opening Grand Slam. Ninety-nine of the leading 100 men and 98 of the top 100 women are set to play at Melbourne Park from January 12 to February 1. The rosters feature a notable […]
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https://ticotimes.net/2025/12/09/latin-american-stars-shine-in-australian-open-2026-entry-lists

Latin American Stars Shine in Australian Open 2026 Entry Lists : The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate

Australian Open 2026 entry lists highlight Latin American tennis, with 17 players from South and Central America in main draws.

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"People experiencing flu or cold symptoms should wear a mask in public places as the UK grapples with a “tidal wave” of illness, an NHS leader has said."

https://www.theguardian.com/society/2025/dec/09/nhs-leader-calls-for-revival-of-mask-wearing-amid-tidal-wave-of-flu

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People urged to wear masks when they are ill as UK faces ‘tidal wave’ of flu

NHS Providers boss says those who are ‘coughing and sneezing’ should wear face coverings on public transport

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Whelp. For those of you who still care about this, Covid levels in the UK are nearing October 2024 levels. Mask up 😷 and/or use nasal spray. Stay safe out there!

Source: https://ukhsa-dashboard.data.gov.uk/respiratory-viruses/covid-19#cases

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@danielittlewood @uastronomer I’m wondering about engaging in household chores, lifting groceries and laundry and stairs. Or yoga? Obviously water aerobics. Stationary bike? What about asthma? History of pneumonia?
#respiratoryviruses #hearttissue #exercise #covid #rest
Respiratory viral infections awaken metastatic breast cancer cells in lungs - Nature

Mouse models show that respiratory infections from viruses such as influenza and SARS-CoV-2 can trigger metastasis of dormant breast cancer cells in the lungs, a finding supported by epidemiological data from two large human cohorts.

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'Being pushed to the brink': Alberta Children's Hospital adds beds amid waves of respiratory virus patients
An influx of children sick with respiratory viruses is putting pressure on the Alberta Children's Hospital, which has brought in extra beds to meet the increased demand.
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https://calgary.ctvnews.ca/being-pushed-to-the-brink-alberta-children-s-hospital-adds-beds-amid-waves-of-respiratory-virus-patients-1.7153130
'Being pushed to the brink': Alberta Children's Hospital adds beds amid waves of respiratory virus patients

An influx of children sick with respiratory viruses is putting pressure on the Alberta Children's Hospital, which has brought in extra beds to meet the increased demand.

Calgary
'Being pushed to the brink': Alberta Children's Hospital adds beds amid waves of respiratory virus patients
An influx of children sick with respiratory viruses is putting pressure on the Alberta Children's Hospital, which has brought in extra beds to meet the increased demand.
#healthcare #respiratoryviruses #Alberta
https://calgary.ctvnews.ca/being-pushed-to-the-brink-alberta-children-s-hospital-adds-beds-amid-waves-of-respiratory-virus-patients-1.7153130
'Being pushed to the brink': Alberta Children's Hospital adds beds amid waves of respiratory virus patients

An influx of children sick with respiratory viruses is putting pressure on the Alberta Children's Hospital, which has brought in extra beds to meet the increased demand.

Calgary
“Kingston Secondary School will have its automated heating, ventilation and air conditioning system inspected next week following the publication of a student-written article that found the concentration of carbon dioxide in the school exceeded safe levels.” #IndoorAirQuality #co2 #AirInSchools #RespiratoryViruses #covid https://www.trentonian.ca/news/students-article-spurs-inspection-of-schools-hvac-system
Student's article spurs inspection of school's HVAC system

Tests find higher-than-normal concentration of carbon dioxide in Kingston Secondary School.

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