Julia Musto

Berkeley, New York

Science and Climate Correspondent at the-independent.com

Writer, journalist, athlete, sarcastic New Yorker/ironic Californian. This is my personal twitter.

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Painful symptom of latest Covid variant identified

1 week ago | independent.co.uk | Julia Musto

The NB.1.8.1, or "Nimbus," Covid variant is now nearly the most prevalent omicron lineage tracked by the CDC. A notable symptom associated with Nimbus is an incredibly painful "razor blade throat," though other symptoms are typical of Covid infection. Experts state that despite its rapid spread, the Nimbus variant does not appear to be more severe than previous strains. The variant's quick transmissibility is attributed to genetic mutations that allow it to bind easily to human cells.
Painful symptom of latest Covid variant identified

1 week ago | inkl.com | Julia Musto

Judge rules Trump administration can't require states to help on immigration to get transport moneyA federal judge has blocked the Trump administration from withholding billions of dollars in transportation funds from states that don’t agree to participate in some immigration enforcement actions
Newest Covid variant causing ‘razor blade throat.’ What to know

1 week ago | independent.co.uk | Julia Musto

The Nimbus variant is is now one of the most prevalent strains of the virus tracked by the CDCJulia Mustoin New YorkFrom reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing.
Newest Covid variant causing ‘razor blade throat.’ What to know

1 week ago | aol.com | Julia Musto

A new Covid variant spreading around the U.S. may come with an incredibly unfortunate symptom now commonly referred to as “razor blade throat.”NB.1.8.1, which is also known as or “Nimbus,” is now nearly the most prevalent omicron lineage tracked by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. As the name implies, infection may lead to an incredibly painful sore throat, according to experts.
Five foods that might be quietly spiking your blood pressure

1 week ago | msn.com | Julia Musto

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Five foods that might be quietly spiking your blood pressure

1 week ago | inkl.com | Julia Musto

Get all your news in one place. Get all your news in one place. 100’s of premium titles. One news app. Start reading The Independent UK Lifestyle Five foods that might be quietly spiking your blood pressure High blood pressure is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease, which is the leading cause of death in the U.S. Doctors advise limiting foods high in saturated fats and sodium to prevent high blood pressure, as dietary choices can significantly impact health.
Five foods that might be quietly spiking your blood pressure

1 week ago | independent.co.uk | Julia Musto

High blood pressure is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease, which is the leading cause of death in the U.S. Doctors advise limiting foods high in saturated fats and sodium to prevent high blood pressure, as dietary choices can significantly impact health. A new study from Johns Hopkins Medicine identified the DASH diet, a low-sodium and low-saturated fat plan, as effective in reducing blood pressure for people with Type 2 diabetes.
How your ear wax could tell you if you have Parkinson’s disease

1 week ago | independent.ie | Julia Musto

How your ear wax could tell you if you have Parkinson’s diseaseThe new system may catch the disease early. Stock image: GettyCould your ear wax tell you if you have Parkinson’s disease? Some 1.4 million people worldwide are diagnosed with the degenerative neurological condition each year, and annual deaths have surged in recent decades.
The Earth could be soon flung out of orbit or into the sun

1 week ago | msn.com | Julia Musto

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Louisiana bill would redefine gas as ‘green’ amid Trump energy push

1 week ago | independent.co.uk | Julia Musto

Critics of the plan say that there’s nothing green about fossil fuel productionJulia Mustoin New YorkFrom reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.