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Eggs prices drop, but the threat from avian flu isn't over yet

After months of eye-popping prices, egg lovers are finally seeing some relief. Wholesale prices in the Midwest fell by 58 cents at the end of January, but the days of a $1.50 a dozen may not return.
- Allison Aubrey
This winter's U.S. Covid surge is fading fast, likely thanks to a 'wall' of immunity

The main reason the surge is ebbing now, pandemic experts suspect, is the significant immunity many people in the U.S. have acquired from prior infections and Covid vaccinations many received.
- Rob Stein
Manufacturer recalls eye drops after possible link to bacterial infections

EzriCare artificial tears are suspected to be the cause of an outbreak of the VIM-GES-CRPA strain of Pseudomonas aeruginosa, which the CDC said is the first outbreak of its kind in the U.S.
- Ayana Archie
COVID's impact on classrooms will linger and must be addressed, according to teachers

Teachers across the country are facing new obstacles in post-pandemic life as they try and shape young minds at the same time. We catch up with a group of educators to find out what's on their mind.
- Ailsa Chang
Who's most likely to save us from the next pandemic? The answer may surprise you

The South African-based scientist who co-discovered the omicron variant of COVID-19 makes an intriguing argument.
- Nurith Aizenman
Is climate trauma rewiring our brain?

In 2020, an unprecedented wildfire nearly burned down the entire towns of Malden and Pine City. In 2021, severe flooding in Whatcom County submerged 75% of homes in Sumas. That same year, a heat dome brought record breaking triple digit temperatures to the Pacific Northwest. These climate events forever change the communities that survive them, and the changes go beyond the visible damage. Climate trauma may also be impacting people’s brains.
- Libby Denkmann
A Trump-appointed Texas judge could force a major abortion pill off the market

A decision is expected soon in a case challenging the FDA's approval of mifepristone, a drug commonly used to induce abortions.
- Sarah McCammon
Proposed bill would let WA naturopaths prescribe opioids, other controlled meds

Naturopathic doctors say they’re well-positioned to help address Washington’s opioid crisis and provide comprehensive health care in rural parts of the state. But they say a change in state law is needed to practice medicine to the full extent of their training.
- Eilís O'Neill
Seattle can do more for pedestrians

Here in Seattle walking and biking are an important part of city life. But pedestrian/vehicle collisions are on the rise in Washington state. We’ll talk with Urbanist senior editor Ryan Packer about the problem and what it might take to make things safer for walkers and cyclists.
- Patricia Murphy
Muslim-American opinions on abortion are complex. What does Islam actually say?

Since the Supreme Court ended the constitutional right to an abortion, many Muslims Americans have been turning to their faith to try to figure out: What does Islam say about the issue?
- Linah Mohammad

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