Moderna has announced the first data from a trial testing its COVID-19 vaccine in children under the age of six. The results show similar antibody responses after two doses to those seen in adults. Moderna plans to apply for FDA authorization soon. Source of Article
Haven Tents launched in 2019 with a Kickstarter campaign for a lightweight hammock tent for the backcountry. Now it's hiked to the front country, introducing the Safari shelter for glamping comfort anywhere from car campsites to the backyard. Source of Article
Lead-contaminated tap water is still a problem in much of the world, where conventional lead removal filters may be too expensive for most households. An inexpensive new filter could help – and it was designed by a group of high school students. Source of Article
New University of Cambridge-led research has found many long COVID patients are experiencing significant and measurable memory or concentration impairments, even after mild illness. Source of Article
Napping for more than an hour a day could be an early sign of Alzheimer’s disease according to new research. It’s suggested excessive daytime napping shares a bidirectional relationship with dementia, reflecting and shaping changes in the brain. Source of Article
When downsizing to a tiny house, a deck or porch can be a great way to increase living space. Atelier Fasea leans into this idea with its neat tiny house concept, which features operable walls that open up the home and turn into pair of deck areas. Source of Article
New data from a health care worker trial in Israel has found a fourth dose only offers “marginal benefits” over three doses, however, experts claim the extra booster shot is likely to be more protective in elderly and vulnerable populations. Source of Article
A new smartphone app called MyGeneRank has been developed by scientists at the Scripps Research Institute. The app calculates a person’s genetic risk for coronary artery disease and directs those found to be at high risk to appropriate medical advice. Source of Article
Based on a design that was patented in 1891, the German-made Weltrekord was a 1950's ratchet screwdriver that has since become a collector's item. British tool manufacturer MetMo has reimagined it, using today's materials and production techniques. Source of Article
When experiencing anxiety, many people may feel the need to hug a squishy object such as a cushion. According to a new study, the act of doing so could actually help reduce feelings of anxiety – especially if the cushion "breathes." Source of Article
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