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Julia Belluz

Julia Belluz

Freelance contributor

    Latest articles by Julia Belluz

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    The CDC is warning about sexually transmitted Zika as more possible US cases pop upThe CDC is warning about sexually transmitted Zika as more possible US cases pop up
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    Evidence is mounting that it’s not just mosquitoes that can pass the disease from person to person.

    By Julia Belluz
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    Why reporting on health and science is a good way to lose friends and alienate peopleWhy reporting on health and science is a good way to lose friends and alienate people
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    But it’s the right thing to do.

    By Julia Belluz
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    Charlie Sheen did more for HIV education than most UN events do. There’s a lesson in that.Charlie Sheen did more for HIV education than most UN events do. There’s a lesson in that.
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    The actor’s announcement about his HIV status prompted “the greatest number of HIV-related Google searches ever recorded in the United States.”

    By Julia Belluz
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    The 5 most troubling questions scientists still have about ZikaThe 5 most troubling questions scientists still have about Zika
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    These are the surprisingly basic facts scientists still don’t know about Zika.

    By Julia Belluz
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    Meet Alexandra Elbakyan, the researcher who’s breaking the law to make science free for allMeet Alexandra Elbakyan, the researcher who’s breaking the law to make science free for all
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    Inspired by communism, she wants to abolish copyright so that everyone can access science.

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    Why researchers say eating late at night is an especially bad ideaWhy researchers say eating late at night is an especially bad idea
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    Late-night eating is considered a risk factor for weight gain, obesity, and diabetes.

    By Julia Belluz
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    Stop wasting money on brand-name drugsStop wasting money on brand-name drugs
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    For most people, a switch to the generic version of their prescription medication means big cost savings with no medical side effects.

    By Julia Belluz
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    Jamaica’s Zika virus PSA is a reggae music video — and it’s awesomeJamaica’s Zika virus PSA is a reggae music video — and it’s awesome
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    The island nation is using reggae to educate the public about the virus.

    By Julia Belluz
    Why fruits and vegetables taste better in Europe
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    Ever wondered why those giant tomatoes at the grocery store taste like cardboard?

    By Julia Belluz
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    Lena Dunham has endometriosis. Here are 5 facts about the disorder.Lena Dunham has endometriosis. Here are 5 facts about the disorder.
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    The condition continues to confound the medical community.

    By Julia Belluz