The drugs, which are commonly used to treat malaria and lupus, made headlines after initially showing signs of hope in clinical trials as effective therapy for the novel coronavirus. Hydroxychloroquine was pushed further into the limelight after it was touted as a solution by President Donald Trump, who claimed to be taking the drug. In late March, the FDA issued emergency use authorization of hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) and chloroquine (CQ) for COVID-19....

From the Biden granddaughters’ monochromatic ensembles to Bernie Sanders’ meme-able mittens and parka, the inauguration ceremony gave us a lot of fashion and style choices to talk about. And while Lady Gaga displayed her signature sense of drama in an elaborate braid, voluminous skirt, and gigantic gold dove brooch, Brooks also stayed true to his image, performing “Amazing Grace” in jeans, a black blazer, and a black cowboy hat. For more meaningful details from the historic day, check out Oprah Gave Inaugural Poet Amanda Gorman This Symbolic Gift....

Tegus are considered an invasive species. If you see one of these lizards roaming around town, you should call the proper authorities for your region. Keep reading to learn more about these lizards, and for information on other troubling creatures you could come in contact with, If You See This Bug, You May Have to Quarantine. Although the lizard is only native to South American countries, the species first popped up in the U....

It’s hard to believe, but the 2004 Athens games were 17 years ago. At 33, Patterson has long been retired from gymnastics. In the years since she won those medals, she’s made some new career moves, gotten married, and welcomed children. Read on to find out more about what Patterson is up to today. RELATED: Kerri Strug’s Heroic Vault Was 25 Years Ago. See Her Now. As her website explains, after the 2004 Olympics, Patterson was diagnosed with bulging discs in her back, and she subsequently made the decision to retire....

1 Princess Harry Details His Visit with a Psychic Prince Harry reveals that he went to see a woman with “powers.” The psychic told him that his mother had a message for him from the grave: She wanted him to know that he was living the life she wanted for him. And, he maintains, the psychic knew private details about his life. ae0fcc31ae342fd3a1346ebb1f342fcb 2 For 10 Years He Failed to Cope with Her Death...

Based on data from CovidExitStrategy.org, which analyzes COVID metrics from across the U.S., including positive test rates and hospitalizations, the Aloha State is currently marked as yellow, which means “caution warranted.” And while that may not sound like the best position to be in, as of Nov. 24, Hawaii is the only state that can currently can claim it: All other 49 states are currently marked as deep red, the highest risk level, which represents “uncontrolled spread” of the novel coronavirus....

READ THIS NEXT: See ’80s Teen Idol Jami Gertz Now at 56. Shortly after the release of The Lost Boys, Wirth scored another memorable role—as one of the contestants facing off against the muscle-bound stars of American Gladiators. Wirth appeared on three episodes of the iconic ’80s competition show in 1989. He made it to the semi-finals, scoring a flashy victory against Gladiator Malibu in the Assault event and earning the grudging respect of Gemini for his skill at Powerball....

READ THIS NEXT: Jimmy Stewart Refused to Work With This Co-Star Again After Their Classic Movie. Day welcomed Melcher with her first husband, Al Jorden, in 1942. Melcher was later adopted by Day’s third husband, Martin Melcher, and took his last name.ae0fcc31ae342fd3a1346ebb1f342fcb Melcher was a musician and producer, who worked with the Byrds and the Beach Boys, amongst other musical acts. He died in 2004 at age 62, while Day outlived her son, passing away in 2019 at 97....

Research suggests that coronavirus can be transmitted not only through respiratory droplets expelled through coughing, sneezing, and even talking, but also through ocular secretions—meaning anything that anything that comes in contact with your eyes could put you in harm’s way. According to new guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), while washing your hands before putting in your contact lenses is a good place to start, a more thorough contact lens cleaning process will keep you safer in the long run....

The American College of Surgeons (FACS) report, which was released on the Journal of the American College of Surgeons website ahead of publication, reflects the findings of 26 experts who analyzed Washington’s response to its coronavirus outbreak. They found that communication and coordination were key to containing the virus, and that this collaborative effort allowed for increased testing, support for high-risk populations, and the establishment of social distancing measures. Washington is far from being completely out of the woods: As of June 18, The New York Times reports around 28,270 coronavirus cases and nearly 1,230 deaths in the state....

RELATED: 102 Sad Quotes on Love, Life, and Loneliness Apology Quotes for The Next Time You Need to Say I’m Sorry There’s no shortage of ways to say I’m sorry. To prove it, we’ve put together a long list of apologies from songs, books, movies, and past politicians. I’m Sorry Quotes For Her I’m Sorry Quotes From Literature I’m Sorry Quotes From Songs RELATED: 75 Relationship Quotes to Reignite Your Loveae0fcc31ae342fd3a1346ebb1f342fcb...

READ THIS NEXT: If You Have This Condiment at Home, Don’t Eat It, FDA Warns.ae0fcc31ae342fd3a1346ebb1f342fcb Food safety overview is an important process that doesn’t just end when an item is packaged and shipped to a store. In many cases, regulators will discover potential health risks only after products have been placed on shelves that require a recall—including a few that took place over the summer. On Aug. 26, the FDA announced that Van Law Food Products Inc....

RELATED: If You Drink This Type of Milk, the FDA Has a New Warning for You. On June 11, Ukrop’s Homestyle Foods announced that its 34-oz. containers of Family Size Baked Spaghetti Bakes had been pulled from shelves. The food, which was sold at Ukrop’s Market Hall in Richmond, Virginia, and Kroger stores in both Virginia and West Virginia, may actually contain the brand’s Family Size Chicken Cobbler Bakes. The recalled dish can be identified by UPC 72251524526 and a sell-by date of June 13, 2021....

RELATED: The CDC Director Says If You Want a Booster, Don’t Do This Right Now. During a Sept. 29 interview on MSNBC’s Andrea Mitchell Reports, Fauci explicitly advised Moderna recipients to wait until the FDA approves a booster shot for this vaccine. “We do recommend for people who have gotten, originally, the Moderna, to wait,” the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) director said. According to Fauci, the FDA’s decision on Moderna’s booster and determination about its safety and efficacy will likely come “relatively soon,” as the vaccine manufacturer just completed its submission for booster authorization at the beginning of September....

RELATED: If You See a Tree That Looks Like This, Call Officials Immediately. According to the Smithsonian, invasive plants are those that are non-native to the natural U.S. ecosystem and pose a threat to native plants and animals. Invasive plants can take over large areas and make it difficult for native species to compete, as they have not evolved or adapted to growing in different settings and conditions. Not all non-native plants are a threat, according to James Gagliardi, a horticulturist with Smithsonian Gardens....

READ THIS NEXT: This Is the One Weed You Should Never Pull, Experts Say. In April, plant experts released a warning to anyone with a Bradford pear tree in their yard—calling for homeowners to cut them down. This species is dangerous to surrounding wildlife, as it can “choke out other plants” and produce offspring with thorns and thickets sharp enough to puncture the tires of your car, USA Today reported....

READ THIS NEXT: If You Have Any of These Popular Peanut Butters, Get Rid of Them Now. This new ice cream recall is just the latest among many others this year. Back in February, the Royal Ice Cream Company of Manchester, Connecticut recalled specific lots of Batch Ice Cream brand ice creams, posting the news of the recall after the company discovered the products could be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, which could cause serious and even deadly infections....

RELATED: If You Bought This at Walmart, Don’t Eat It, FDA Warns. On June 25, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that nine different frozen shrimp products nationwide had to be recalled due to a salmonella outbreak. Then on Aug. 13, the FDA tacked on more products that could also be contaminated with salmonella. At this point, over two dozen frozen shrimp products manufactured by Avanti Frozen Foods Private Limited India have been recalled....

READ THIS NEXT: If You See This Scary Bug in Your Home, Don’t Kill It, Experts Warn. It’s not just biting insects that are making moves lately. In some areas of the U.S., new types of invasive species are beginning to increase in numbers in their new habitats. In the Southeastern U.S., palm-sized Joro spiders originally native to Japan have started to spread across the region, often traveling to new areas on the wind....

RELATED: If You Live in These States, Prepare to See More Tarantulas. According to the USDA, gypsy moth caterpillars can cause both skin rashes and respiratory infections in people who come across them. Rashes are typically contracted through direct contact with the tiny hairs on these caterpillars, also known as setae. But Massachusetts’ Reliant Medical Group says you don’t necessarily have to come in contact with an actual caterpillar, as their setae can also “be found in soil, tree bark, and silk cocoons....