Here’s why the CDC recommends wearing masks indoors even if you’ve been fully vaccinated against COVID-19

Peter Chin-Hong, University of California, San Francisco

The CDC guidance applies to areas with high coronavirus transmission rates – which on the day of the announcement covered 63% of US counties.

Health apps track vital health stats for millions of people, but doctors aren’t using the data – here’s how it could reduce costs and patient outcomes

Saligrama Agnihothri, Binghamton University, State University of New York

Connecting health apps to health care can enable better care for patients with chronic diseases, and it has the potential to lower skyrocketing US health spending.

Not everyone cheered the ancient Olympic games, but the sacred games brought together rival societies

Joel Christensen, Brandeis University

A scholar of ancient Greek literature explains what the Olympics of modern day have in common with the 776 B.C. games at Olympia.

A 20-foot sea wall won’t save Miami – how living structures can help protect the coast and keep the paradise vibe

Landolf Rhode-Barbarigos, University of Miami; Brian Haus, University of Miami

Healthy corals and mangroves break waves and dissipate their energy. Paired with unobtrusive hardened structures, they can provide powerful storm solutions.

The invasive spotted lanternfly is spreading across the eastern US – here’s what you need to know about this voracious pest

Frank A. Hale, University of Tennessee

The spotted lanternfly, native to Asia, is spreading fast since arriving in the United States seven years ago. An entomologist explains why this is a big problem.

Peru has a new president, its fifth in five years – who is Pedro Castillo?

Catesby Holmes, The Conversation

Castillo is a farmer and teacher who has never held national office. Peru is a nation in political turmoil, with the world’s worst COVID-19 death rate. Can this unlikely leader lead it through crisis?

Lessons from segregated schools can help make today’s classrooms more inclusive

Sara Schley, Rochester Institute of Technology; Lissa Ramirez-Stapleton, California State University, Northridge

Two scholars of inclusive education explain how segregated Black schools advocated for Black children in a way that’s often missing from today’s desegregated classrooms.

Millions of renters face eviction and homelessness: 3 essential reads about the CDC’s expiring moratorium

Bryan Keogh, The Conversation

Millions of Americans with tens of billions in unpaid rent face eviction and loss of their home.

Worried about traveling with unvaccinated kids? 6 questions answered on how to manage the risks

William C. Miller, The Ohio State University

Parents face tough choices since young kids can’t yet get COVID-19 vaccinations. An infectious diseases expert offers guidance on navigating summer activities.

COVID-19 could cause male infertility and sexual dysfunction – but vaccines do not

Ranjith Ramasamy, University of Miami

New studies show men who have had COVID-19 could face serious reproductive health issues.

Swimming gives your brain a boost – but scientists don’t know yet why it’s better than other aerobic activities

Seena Mathew, University of Mary Hardin-Baylor

Mounting research shows that going for a swim can preserve memories, reduce mood disorders and increase mental acuity in all age groups.

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