Coronavirus FAQ: My drugstore now offers antibody tests. Is it worth getting one? Antibody tests may be coming soon to a pharmacy near you. Here's what the tests do — and don't — reveal about you and COVID-19. Sheila Mulrooney Eldred
Discovery of HIV variant shows virus can evolve to be more severe — and contagious Findings from a new study help answer questions about why some people get more severe and transmissible HIV than others — and serves as a reminder that viruses don't always weaken over time. Melody Schreiber
Covid updates today: Cases fall and we wonder, are we nearing the end? Also, Covid tests will soon be free to Medicaid patients. KUOW Staff
4 consejos para hablar con tus padres Latinx sobre la salud mental La vergüenza y el estigma juegan un papel muy importante a la hora de disuadir a las personas de la comunidad Latinx de buscar atención de salud mental y hablar de ello con sus familias. Isabeth Mendoza
How to talk to your Latinx family about mental health Shame and stigma play a huge role in discouraging folks in the Latinx community from seeking mental health care — and talking about it with their families. These steps can help you prepare for the conversation with your loved ones. Sylvie Douglis
In a big surprise, the job market surged in January even as omicron cases spiked U.S. employers added 467,000 jobs last month despite a surge of coronavirus infections. The unemployment rose to 4% from 3.9% in December. Scott Horsley
At-home Covid test, check. Adequate telehealth response, not yet UW infectious disease specialist foresees a better way to test for, track, and treat Covid Kim Malcolm
Over-the-counter Covid tests will soon be free for Medicare recipients The Biden administration said that Medicare recipients will be able to get up to eight tests a month, free of charge. Alana Wise
COVIDtest.gov has been helpful in getting tests out — but there's more work to do The White House committed to buying a billion rapid COVID tests to distribute in the U.S. The launch of COVIDtests.gov has made it easy for Americans to order free tests, but there are still issues. Patrick Jarenwattananon
Covid blog: Don't get in a tizzy about stealth omicron variant, health experts say Also, free N95 masks at Fred Meyer and QFC. KUOW Staff
