Read this if you always pee "just in case," even if you don't have to go

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And what will it be like to live with COVID forever?

Remember the innocent time early on in the pandemic when many of us believed we’d only be working from home for two weeks? That those mere 14 days would help “flatten the curve”?

Flash forward 18 months later and here we are. COVID is still here, and it’ll likely stay that way. So what will it be like to live with the virus forever? Senior reporter Catherine Pearson spoke with experts on what to expect from COVID in the future. It’s time to prepare for a new kind of normal.

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You Oughta Know

If you’re anything like me, running to the restroom is a standard part of your routine before you go anywhere. It’s as important as checking to make sure I have my phone and my keys. But is this a bad habit? Some viral videos claim “just in case” peeing trains our brains (therefore, our bladders) to have to go more frequently. We chatted with experts to get the scoop.

Read this if you're always peeing 'just in case'

A Minute And Change

Got a spare minute? Use it to change your life. Our “A Minute And Change” series will help you become happier, healthier and more productive by doing one thing a little differently. This week’s tip comes from from psychiatrist Jack Turban on the quick journaling exercise that helps him reduce stress in the morning:

First, I write out my tasks for the day, which helps alleviate any worries I have about forgetting something. Next, I jot down a mantra ― a short, positive phrase that I’m going to repeat to myself throughout the day. Lastly, I add a few things that I’m grateful for and a few things that I’m excited about to begin my day on a positive note.

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Before You Go...

Read this breakdown of the most common questions on COVID booster shots. An announcement was made last week that most people will be eligible for another dose starting in September. This story explains everything you need to know about the boosters, from when you can get them to info about boosters for the J&J shot and more.

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