October 2, 2020

Digital Disease Detection Needs Boost, Brownstein Says
By Rich McManus
The current global coronavirus pandemic is going to be a poster child for all sorts of future public health preparation, but perhaps nowhere more actionably than in real-time surveillance of an infectious disease as it explodes across the world.

Experts Expound on Interoceptive Processes
By Dana Talesnik
Breathing, heartbeat, cravings, fatigue, even pain: these internal processes are part of a mind-body connection called interoception. Three experts recently spoke virtually, describing the conscious and unconscious aspects of this process and how they can be modulated to improve physical and emotional well-being.
Burgess Illuminates Light’s Role in Health
By Ellen O’Donnell
Many of us have been spending more time inside during the pandemic, and one impact is less exposure to light. In a virtual NCCIH lecture, Dr. Helen Burgess explored the topic.
CC Offers Asymptomatic Testing for SARS-CoV-2 to NIH Staff
By Eric Bock
The Clinical Center is now offering asymptomatic testing for SARS-CoV-2 to all staff, including those who are not yet eligible to return to their physical workspaces. Although the program is voluntary, employees are strongly encouraged to participate.