Craig Richard: Whispers and haircuts — the science of ASMR Why do so many people experience brain tingles when watching ASMR videos? Physiologist Craig Richard shares the science behind the "Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response," and how it calms the mind. Manoush Zomorodi
California changes its COVID strategy and announces a plan to live with the virus The state's plan sets specific goals, such as stockpiling masks, providing wide-scale daily vaccinations and tests and adding 3,000 medical workers within three weeks in surge areas. The Associated Press
Here's how to decide if you're safe to go out when you're recovering from omicron The CDC says you can end isolation after five days. But emerging research shows with omicron, many people could be infectious for several days past that. So how do you determine if you're good to go? Maria Godoy
The White House says it will make more high-quality masks available for kids It is not yet clear what type of masks will be distributed. Standard masks do not always fit small faces well. Laurel Wamsley
Pandemic updates for Seattle: Thursday, February 17, 2022 Updated news about the coronavirus pandemic in Seattle and Washington state. KUOW Staff
Disney theme parks say face masks are now optional for vaccinated visitors Walt Disney World and Disneyland do not require proof of vaccination to enter but Disney says guests who aren't fully vaccinated must continue to wear face coverings in all indoor locations. Jonathan Franklin
State by state, here's how well schools are doing at supporting kids' mental health Two years of disrupted schooling and limited social contact have been tough on kids. A new report calls out states that do a good job supporting kids' mental health at school — and those that don't. Rhitu Chatterjee
Pandemic updates for Seattle: King County jails report decline in Covid cases Updated news about the coronavirus pandemic in Seattle and Washington state. KUOW Staff
When moms get vaccinated during pregnancy, babies get protection too, study shows A new study shows that getting the COVID vaccine during pregnancy confers significant protection to infants after birth. Maria Godoy
A geeky quiz says what kind of immune cell you are. Bonus: See our immune cell primer Answer a few questions and find out what kind of immune cell you'd be – and learn more about these amazing cells that fight off infection. Michaeleen Doucleff
