• The new crop of Covid-19 mutations — BQ1, BQ1.1, and BF7.
• The annual flu virus. Currently there are three vaccines recommended for persons age 65 and older: Fluzone High-Dose Quadrivalent vaccine, Flublok Quadrivalent recombinant flu vaccine and Fluad Quadrivalent adjuvanted flu vaccine.(5)
• Human respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), a single strand RNA virus that can cause lung issues. It’s usually mild and lasts up to a couple of weeks, but is more of a threat for infants and the elderly.(1)
• Airborne fungal spores, including Cladosporium, Penicillium, Aspergillus, various basidiomycetes, and Alternaria. Among these, Aspergillus is known to colonize in the lungs and can put patient into intensive care. These spores are thought to peak in the summer but with warmer temperatures, can with being brought indoors though ventilation systems, can last well into the traditional flu season.(2,3,4)

Source: Airborne Threats: Masking Isn’t Just about Covid – CRAIN’S COMMENTS

The New York Times reported that Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito assured Senator Ted Kennedy that he would not overturn Roe v. Wade. He said repeatedly that he respects precedent and considered Roe to be settled law. Seventeen years later, Justice Alito wrote the scathing opinion overturning Roe v. Wade and asserting that it was wrong from the start.

How should Americans react when they learn that at least three of the 6 justices who voted to overturn Roe are liars?

Source: Justice Alito Assured Senator Ted Kennedy That He Would Not Overturn Roe v. Wade | Diane Ravitch’s blog

I had only ever briefly heard of the group Traveling Wilburys, but a few nights ago Clive suggested a song by them so I thought I’d look into them a bit more, and I’m glad I did!  A bit about the group first … Based on the accomplishments of its members/founders, the group is indeed […]

♫ End Of The Line ♫ — Filosofa’s Word

… and that is how we could build a fairer world, if we all would just work together to make it happen.   This week we see bölüm/episode 3.  The episode revolves around whether being able to do magic really solves problems, or just pushes off or masks the real problem for later. […]

Turkish Tuesday: Sihirli Annem (s1e3) & Unfairness Hurts Us ALL, but Magic is Not the Solution, Logic Is… — Inspiring Critical Thinking and Community via Books, Lessons, and Story

Krakow’s population has increased by 50% since Russia attacked Ukraine in February 2022. Meanwhile, Europe has been busying itself with drawing up real and virtual borders that are patrolled by militia. But migration is an entirely normal phenomenon. People who leave their home country in search of a better life have shaped the face of the continent for centuries. From England to Bulgaria, expats are a core part of Europe’s identity.

In spite of this, foreign workers frequently face rejection. They are often blamed for national economic decline. Nonetheless, they are a vital element of modern-day Europe: In an aging society that depends on migrants to survive, they are the backbone of the labor market. But as right-wing and eurosceptic voices rise, these basic facts tend to get lost.

Now, the war in Ukraine is causing Europe to re-think its position –  both ethically and practically. Once again, Europe’s migration policies are facing historical challenges.

Source: Europe Revealed – Migration The New Europeans – DW – 10/25/2022

Source: What causes long COVID-19, and how can we treat it? The Wake Up for Monday, Oct. 24, 2022 – cleveland.com

Source: After getting COVID-19 booster, Biden to announce new initiatives alongside pharmacy execs – ABC News

What’s Cooking in Gail’s Kitchen? Bright Ideas: Vine Tomato Relish! Here’s a farm fresh recipe that can be substituted for a side salad, vegetable accompaniment, or sandwich condiment. I’ve even used it in pasta salad as well as on homemade pizza instead of marinara sauce. It’s that versatile. The fact that tomato relish is chunky […]

Vine Tomato Relish — snapshotsincursive