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In Miami, Florida, the current epicenter of the outbreak, lab lines are hundreds of people long. There was chaos everywhere; it was like a scene from a dystopian film. Everyone was standing super close to each other coughing and sneezing and not sure what to do. Mario Tama / Getty Images I felt like if I didnt already have the virus, I would get it just by being there. Mazloum received a positive test result two days later and remained isolated at home for the next two weeks....

What Is Endometrial Cancer? Endometrial cancer occurs in the uterine lining, also called the endometrium, which is shed monthly during menstruation. What Are the Signs and Symptoms of Endometrial Cancer? Photo Illustration by Joules Garcia for Verywell Health; Getty Images Can You Lower Your Risk of Developing Endometrial Cancer? According to Cosgrove, obesity is the biggest modifiable risk factor for endometrial cancer. “Excess adipose tissue makes estrogen, which feeds the uterus lining,” he said....

At that time, it was called the L strain. It didnt take long for COVID to start mutating enough that variants of the original virus emerged. Illustration by Laura Porter for Verywell Health Strains vs. Variants Strains and variantsare different. Illustration by Laura Porter for Verywell Health All strains are variants, but not all variants are new strains. Heres a look at the most notablestrainsand variants of the COVID virus throughout the pandemic....

In a survey of 2,000 Americans, Verywell found parents largely support vaccines. But since then, the pandemic has stagnated. This proportion hasnt changed meaningfully in four months. We collected the latest data for the week ending on November 3. TheCenters for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) officially recommendedthe Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children 5 and up. With it comes a renewed hope of reaching herd immunity. Our survey found that parents are welcoming this new development....

Key Themes From Our Survey Health literature pays plenty of lip service to racial disparities. But those articles focus on outcomes. Of course, systemic racism in the healthcare system is already well-documented. Nusha Ashjaee / Verywell Verywells Black Health Experience survey gets to the bottom of how, when, and why those outcomes occur. Our survey asked respondents about their perceived experiences with racism in the healthcare system. We did not define what constitutes a racist experience....

It’s fun, social, and for many people, it buoys the spirit. But most important, water exercise can be great for your joints and muscles. (Back pain is certainly one of these conditions.) FatCamera / Getty Images Getting Started FatCamera / Getty Images Interested? If so, you may want to know how to start. Perhaps the easiest way is to join a class at your local pool or gym. Thinkstock / Getty Images...

Consult with your doctor to understand the results for yourself or your loved one. Frequently Asked Questions What information do I need to analyze my A1C level? All you need is your HbA1C test value. The value should be numericalno need to add the unit, well add it for you! Where can I find my A1C result? Some labs and offices also offer online patient portalssimply enter and see your results....

DouglasOlivares / Getty Images What Do Abdominal CT Scans Show? Once a provider orders your abdominal CT scan, the provider’s office will schedule the scan appointment. They’ll likely advise you to avoid eating or drinking before the exam. DouglasOlivares / Getty Images You’ll also be instructed to wear loose, comfortable clothing and leave your jewelry at home. The technologist will escort you to the CT table. If you are having an abdominal CT scan with contrast, the technologist will administer it....

There are several types ofablation surgerycardiac, urethral, endometrial, venous, and more. How you prepare will depend a lot on the punch in of ablation you are having. In many cases, you’re able to even go home the same day. Verywell / Theresa Chiechi Learn about how to prepare for several types of ablations below. Below are specific location considerations for a few types of ablation surgeries. With local anesthesia and no complications, you may be able to go home the same day....

It greatly increases your risk ofstroke.Unfortunately, itstreatmentoften remains a real problem for both healthcare providers and patients. For most arrhythmias, then, ablation simply requires locating that small abnormal area and disrupting it. However, it requires major open-heart surgery, which comes with all the associated risks. aquaArts studio / Getty Images Creating the linear scars necessary to disrupt atrial fibrillation is much more difficult with a catheterization procedure. (Thepulmonaryveins are the blood vessels that deliver oxygenated blood from the lungs to the heart....

Heterotopic ossification generally means that bone forms within soft tissues, including muscle, ligaments, or other tissues. Often abbreviated “H.O.,” heterotopic ossification can occur just about anywhere in the body. Heterotopic bone often forms after surgery, injury, or sometimes for unknown reasons. Stocktrek Images / Getty Images Symptoms The most common symptom of heterotopic ossification is stiffness of a joint. Heterotopic bone often forms around the hip or elbow joints, making bending of these joints difficult....

ASCUS is an acronym for atypical squamous cells of undetermined significance. It also explains what happens next if you get an abnormal Pap smear result. Keep in mind that a positive result doesn’t necessarily mean you have cervical cancer. Environment Images / UIG / Universal Images Group / Getty Images There are several classifications used to describe abnormal Pap smear results. How Common Is ASCUS? Low hormone levels in postmenopausal women can also lead to an ASCUS diagnosis....

Arizona and Missouri voters approved measures to protect reproductive rights, effectively overturning existing bans on abortion. In Florida and South Dakota,ballot measuresto overturn state abortion bans failed. Two of those states, Arkansas and Oklahoma, have total abortion bans. Illustration by Amelia Manley for Verywell Health / Datawrapper In North Dakota, the third state, a judge repealed the abortion ban. Heres a rundown of how abortion appeared on the ballot in 10 states this week....