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The study, which was published in the journal The Lancet Public Health, observed 2 million people in the United Kingdom and United States between March and April, all of whom used the COVID Symptom Study app created by Zoe Global. The researchers found that in the general community, there were 242 cases per 100,000 people. But looking at healthcare workers, those numbers started to climb. Out of the 2 million users, 99,795 were frontline healthcare workers and the prevalence of COVID among them was 2,747 cases per 100,000—that’s 11....

Even as parts of the country continue to move away from stay-at-home orders, experts say that booking a flight is still a risky move. “We should all be in the mindset of ‘only if necessary’ and always taking the most precautions we can to protect ourselves and others,” Lauren Ancel Meyers, an expert in disease outbreaks at the University of Texas, told the AP. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued similar warnings in their guidelines for travelers....

In a new interview with NPR, Emanuel Goldman, PhD, a microbiologist at Rutgers University, reveals that frequently disinfecting surfaces to stop the spread of COVID may not be as beneficial as you think. Goldman explains that, on surfaces, the infectious material that might spread COVID between individuals “decays very quickly.” “In hospitals, surfaces have been tested near COVID-19 patients, and no infectious virus can be identified,” says Goldman. Kevin Fennelly, MD, MPH, associate program director of the pulmonary and critical care fellowship at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), who specializes in respiratory infections, tells NPR that, in focusing on surface disinfection, many people are ignoring steps that would be more effective in lessening the virus’ spread....

When she was the guest on Allegedly with Theo Von & Matthew Cole Weiss in April 2016, Burke participated in a candid, wide-ranging conversation about her DWTS career so far and her experience with the celebrities on the show. Though she praised him and his career advice in her 2011 memoir, Dancing Lessons, when asked who her least favorite partner was, the pro called out Ziering, who she competed with in Season 4....

1 What Does Goblin Mode Mean? According to the Oxford English Dictionary, goblin mode is “a type of behavior which is unapologetically self-indulgent, lazy, slovenly, or greedy, typically in a way that rejects social norms or expectations.” You might say, “I’m in goblin mode,” or “he’s going goblin mode.” The term started appearing online in 2009. It went viral earlier this year after a fake headline circulated about actress/model Julia Fox’s breakup with Kanye West....

RELATED: 17 Former Child Stars Who Have Totally Different Jobs Now. A four-year-old Jakub was at a Toronto farmers’ market with her parents when she was approached by a representative for an advertising agency about being in a commercial. Jakub’s parents agreed to allow the agency to set up an audition for her, which ultimately led to much more. “From there, they sent me to an agent, who sent me out on more auditions,” she told Vulture in 2018....

Best has defended his character over the years and also opened up about how the backlash hurt him, personally—even though his face wasn’t shown in the films. The actor, who was 25 when he was cast in the film, has even said that he continued to receive death threats years after the character made his debut. Read on to find out more about the now-48-year-old actor and his disturbing experience with Star Wars....

The state news agency IRNA reported that “Amou Haji,” an Iranian endearment for an older person, died on Sunday in the village of Dejgah in the southern province of Fars. Local media reported that Haji, who lived in a cinderblock shack and was covered in soot, had not bathed in more than 60 years. Villagers said Haji had experienced “emotional setbacks in his youth” that produced his aversion to bathing....

For picturesque sandy beaches, look no further than the Turks and Caicos, the nation just south of the Bahamas. In particular, the island of Provo doesn’t disappoint. “Just look at Grace Bay Beach—there’s not better than that anywhere,” says Josh Whitaker, owner of Rudi Steele Travel based in Dallas. “You’ve got seven shades of blue in the water. It’s simply stunning.“ae0fcc31ae342fd3a1346ebb1f342fcb The two main islands of New Zealand are best experienced by car—most notably a rented campervan so you can overnight beside beaches, lakes, mountains and more....

RELATED: Drinking This Twice a Day Increases Your Risk of Dementia, Study Says. While Jeffrey Keller, PhD, founder and director of the Institute for Dementia Research and Prevention, told the American Heart Association (AHA) that most of us experience some memory lapses as we age, that doesn’t mean they should be happening all the time. If you’re frequently forgetting appointments, repeating yourself, unable to retrace your steps, or need constant reminders, this could be an early sign of dementia....

READ THIS NEXT: The 10 Best Weekend Trips You Need to Take This Year. A trip to Southern California doesn’t necessarily have to be all about palm trees and the beach. Inland areas of the state also have an autumnal charm of their very own, especially in the town of Julian. “This town is just an hour east of San Diego, where you will get to enjoy all the classic fall activities you didn’t know were possible in this part of the U....

“This is really critical that everybody is following this and making sure they’re being aggressive about mitigation efforts,” she said on the call. Though the Center for Public Integrity report does not provide specifics on what these “aggressive” actions should be, the leaked White House document recommended that public officials in “red zones” do the following: Close bars and gyms, limit social gatherings to 10 people or fewer, mandate masks for businesses that do remain open, recruit more contact tracers, provide isolation facilities for COVID-positive individuals who can’t quarantine at home, and institute pool testing, among other suggestions....

Read the original article on Best Life. Turns out, there’s a reason why A Christmas Carol is packed with ghosts. Christmas wasn’t always just about cheer and feasting—spooky tales and hauntings were also once a central part of the holiday. “Telling ghost stories during winter is a hallowed tradition,” author Colin Dickey explained to Smithsonian magazine. He notes that the “custom stretches back centuries, when families would wile away the winter nights with tales of spooks and monsters....

RELATED: This Star Called Madonna “Dead Behind the Eyes”: “She Cannot Act.” As every fan of the Sex and the City franchise series knows, Kim Cattrall is the only star of the original series and two feature films who wasn’t in the revival show, And Just Like That… And that development was not a surprising one, as Cattrall has gone public with her issues with the comedy and co-star Sarah Jessica Parker in particular....

Editor’s Note: Some of these gardens remain closed to the public as a result of COVID-19. But read on and take a virtual tour of the best secret gardens in the U.S. With more than seven million visitors each year, the Met is no secret, but did you know that there’s more than what lies behind the museum’s Beaux-Arts Fifth Avenue façade? Head north to Manhattan’s hilltop Fort Tryon Park and you’ll find another branch of the Met—The Cloisters, which is devoted to the art and architecture of medieval Europe....

In Camden, New Jersey, inside the Adventure Aquarium’s Ocean Realm tank, Santa opts to go underwater instead of flying. Every year, he goes for a dip in his red robe and hat. (Thankfully, he leaves his sack of toys outside of the water.) Kids can stop by Santa’s tank to snap selfies, write letters, and check out the world’s tallest underwater Christmas tree. For the present you absolutely shouldn’t be giving this year, check out This Is the Most Hated Christmas Gift, Survey Shows....

RELATED: The 38 Most Famous Left-Handed Celebrities in History. Full name: Christopher Ashton Kutcher During a 2018 interview on Armchair Expert, Ashton Kutcher’s wife and That ’70s Show co-star Mila Kunis shared that she calls him by his first name only when they are with his family in his hometown. “When we go to Iowa, I call him Chris,” she said. “Everybody, his parents, everybody calls him Chris.” She added, “You pop in and out of these two versions....

There really is no sacrifice is too small to be honored and recognized, and though words don’t seem to do their services justice, these patriotic Veteran’s Day quotes are a good place to start. Read on for the best Veteran’s Day quotes and sayings that embody the resilient spirit of the holiday. And don’t forget to thank the ordinary people who did something extraordinary by serving our country. And to learn more about these American heroes, check out 23 Slang Terms Only Veterans Know....

However, both increased brain function and life satisfaction require some effort on your part. Read on to find out which habits you should make part of your regular routine—and which one you should stop right now. READ THIS NEXT: Dr. Fauci Warns All Vaccinated People Over 50 to Do This Right Now. Eating healthy is always a good idea, no matter your age. But if you’ve reached the age of 50 and haven’t been eating the right foods, there’s no better time to start than now....

READ THIS NEXT: The 3 Signs Your Chest Pain Isn’t a Heart Attack, Experts Say. Chest pain isn’t the only discomfort associated with heart issues. Pain that radiates to the jaw and neck from the chest can signal heart problems, such as heart attack, heart disease, or irregular heartbeat. “Jaw and neck pain could be signs of a heart attack or reduced blood flow to the heart,” warns Edo Paz, MD, a board-certified cardiologist with K Health....