With murky, variable symptoms, post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 (PASC) or colloquially, long COVID, can be illusive. But it’s still common: Estimates from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) suggest that as many as 140 million Americans—that’s 43 percent of people in the United States—have been infected by COVID-19. For 10 percent of those patients—or by some counts, many more—symptoms stick around or crop up more than four weeks after initial infection, according to a study from a team of British scientists....

Big chunks of meat and veggies come together in a rich, flavorful broth to stick to your ribs, thawing you from the inside out. Some of our favorite meals this time of year are made in the slow cooker with soups and stews are at the top of the list. Your Crock Pot can help get a meal on the table your family will love, and these 30 best slow cooker stew recipes need to be on your menu plan on repeat all winter long!...

Black History Facts Society: Dr. Carter G. Woodson, known as the “Father of Black History,” started the first Negro History Week in 1926 to ensure students would learn Black history. It grew into Black History Month starting in 1976. William Tucker was the first known Black person to be born in the 13 colonies. He was born near Jamestown, Virginia in 1624. His parents were indentured servants and part of the first group of Africans brought to colonial soil by Great Britain....

Get ready to guffaw. These are the 31 best standup comedy specials on Netflix. The best stand-up comedy specials on Netflix right now Richard Pryor, Live in Concert Illinois-born Pryor is widely considered one of the best comedians in history, and one of his signature shows holds up like gangbusters, highly relevant over 40 years later. Eddie Murphy has called this 1979 special the best stand-up show of all time, and famous film critic Pauline Kael called it “the greatest of all recorded-performance films....

With titles like Splatter University and Killer Workout out there, slasher movies aren’t exactly held in the highest esteem. Some of them really are great—or at the very least, entertaining. For fans, there’s a comfort in the familiarity of the formula. We’ve rounded up the most memorable. All titles are available to rent and purchase on major streaming platforms and home video. In ascending order, these are the best slasher movies of all time, ranked....

Best Easter Side Dishes Salads can be prepared in advance and chilled, but so can many casserole dishes. To adjust, bring chilled casseroles to room temperature or simply increase the baking time to allow for the dishes to cook and heat thoroughly. Plan your Easter menu with this collection of delicious Easter sides so you can sit back and enjoy an extra special Easter Sunday. Next, try: The Best Easter Appetizers

Should you spray a waffle iron? While most waffle irons are typically non-stick, it’s perfectly fine to give yours a little spritz with cooking spray before adding a scoop of batter. There’s nothing worse than a stuck-on waffle when hungry kids (or adults) are waiting in your kitchen. Are waffles healthy? Waffles can be a healthy breakfast if you watch the way you make them and you’re careful with portions and toppings....

From easy nail art designs that anyone can do—like hearts or pink and red French tips—to inspirational works of art by pro nail artists that are total #goals, you’ll find the perfect Valentine’s nail art to suit your style. Whether you have a romantic dinner date planned with your special someone or are spending the day with your girls, leveling up your nail game with a Valentine’s Day-themed manicure will make the holiday feel even more festive....

Whether you like your gingerbread cookies in a normal round cookie shape, or prefer them shaped as tiny toy soldiers and gingerbread men, there’s definitely a recipe that you’re bound to love in this mix of 39 best gingerbread cookie recipes! What is Gingerbread? Gingerbread refers to baked goods that are flavored with ginger, cloves, nutmeg and cinnamon, and gingerbread recipes are often sweetened with sugar, honey or molasses. Some common gingerbread baked goods include soft, moist gingerbread cake and gingerbread muffins, as well as gingerbread cookies....

“Old wine in new bottles.” That might be one way to describe the estimated 500 to 1,000 mindfulness apps currently floating around in the digital ether. They guide users through time-honored mindfulness techniques such as breathwork, body scans, sitting and walking meditation and visualizations. But they do it via your smartphone, so they’ve gotta be cool, right? Mindfulness apps leverage the high-tech smartphone advantages of portability and instant accessibility. Whenever you need a quick shot of serenity, it’s just a flick away....

For the most affordable and easy DIY Christmas ornament ideas found on Instagram, check out this list of totally doable crafty tree decorations you’ll actually be inspired to make. Here are the 40 best DIY ornaments from millennial lifestyle decor influencers! 1. Embroidery Hoop Ornaments These ornaments by @tatertotsandjello take crafty to a whole other level by combining printed illustrations with charming painted embroidery hoops and ribbon. 2. Easy Color Block Ornaments This DIY by @kailochic is easy enough for anyone to pull off!...

If you’re planning on hosting a dinner or party, do you know what appetizers and recipes you’ll be serving your guests yet? If you haven’t, don’t fret. I’ve got you covered. Best Thanksgiving Appetizer Recipes From Slow Cooker Mashed Potatoes to Green Bean Casseroles, to Crab-Stuffed Mushrooms, the list of appetizers (as well as a few other non-appetizer recipes) you can prepare for this big Thanksgiving holiday is plentiful. Here are 41 best-ever Thanksgiving appetizer recipes to serve....

What are Zoodles? Zoodles are zucchinis that are spiralized (aka zucchini noodles). They’re super easy to make and can take on any flavors you add to them. The best part is, you can also use them in place of carb-heavy pasta and enjoy lighter dishes without all the starch that will fill you up quick, but not keep you full. How to Cook Frozen Zoodles Fact: zoodles can get very soggy very fast....

What is a Lentil? Lentils are seeds that grow in pods and have a lens-like shape, hence their name: lentils. Lentils, just like rice and pasta, are one of the most flexible staples to have on hand, at all times. Lentils are also nutritious and protein-packed, so they can be used both as a side or a filling main course. Easy Lentil Recipes When it comes to what to make with lentils and how to cook lentils, we’ve includes recipes for French Onion Lentil Stew and Tuscan Lentil Soup, Vegan Lentil Meatloaf and Lentil Meatballs—even Fried Halloumi Lentil Salad and Lentil Pizza Crust....

To truly enjoy the Fourth, you want to have a good spread, festive decorations and a variety of ways to let people enjoy laughing, talking and spending time together, while having a good time. So, from what you wear, to planned games people can play, to themed food, we have the best last-minute ideas to inspire your 4th of July gathering. Whether you host it at home, in a park, or on the lake, it’s easy to pull off a memorable gathering with these patriotic must-haves....

Nearly 80 million Americans are currently infected with some type of HPV so chances are good that you, or someone you love or hang out with has heard they have some form of Human Papillomavirus, better known as HPV. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, there are over 150 related viruses with varying symptoms and some with none at all. The virus is so prevalent that an International HPV Awareness Day has been established annually on March 4....

Everyone’s Christmas playlist probably includes classics like Andy Williams’ “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” and Eartha Kitt’s “Santa Baby” to more contemporary classics like Wham’s “Last Christmas” and Mariah Carey’s “All I Want For Christmas,” but sometimes I feel the need to revitalize my playlist with some new-ish tunes. Here are some fresh newer Christmas songs to recharge your Christmas music playlist. For this list, we considered songs released in the last five years as “new....

We will help you complete your Christmas list. You can order many of these gifts online and pick them up in the store, even at the very last minute. There are also a few digital items that you can completely purchase and send online. Even with the stress of the holidays, it’s important to remember that it’s the thought that counts. Even the smallest gift can show you care. We hope you get some gift-spiration from these 50 ideas!...

Thankfully, a great tradition of American filmmaking is to romanticize the season and write countless storylines set in the months between May and September. Summer is a supporting character in horror films, romantic comedies, buddy comedies, Old Hollywood films, coming-of-age stories, romances—you name it. Which means there are plenty of summer movies from years past worth watching right now. Here’s something else about movies that were summertime hits: Many of them have sequels....

This list of things to do by yourself when you’re bored was created to help anyone trying to fight boredom. You may even find a new hobby among the activities in this list! And remember, you don’t have to do all of them. Just pick a few out to try and see if you enjoy them. Some of these things to do by yourself will help you combat your boredom more than others, so it’s best to just use trial and error and see where these activities take you....