Alek Korab

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Alek Korab is a Co-Founder and Managing Editor of the ETNT Health channel on Eat This, Not That! Based in Brooklyn, Alek specializes in health and news. His coverage of COVID-19—with a speciality in symptoms, Dr. Fauci and "Long" COVID—has reached millions of readers. Additionally, he covers the latest in cognitive, heart and all-around health. Before working for Eat This, Not That!, Alek was the Editor-in-Chief of Metro US and Content Director of Metro International and has worked on projects in 19 countries including the United Kingdom, Sweden, Brazil and Russia.

Articles by Alek Korab

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Everyday Habits That Age You Faster

Look younger and be healthier with this essential advice.

Doctor Ashish Jha

Virus Expert Just Issued This "Disruptive" Warning

Here's the latest on COVID-19 from Dr. Ashish Jha.

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How Inflammation Affects Your Health

It's important to know to protect your body.

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19 Weight Loss Foods That Really Work

These delicious foods can help you stay fuller, longer, while also blasting fat.

Doctor Ashish Jha

Virus Expert Just Issued This "Very Contagious" Warning

Here's what to now about the rising cases.

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Your Alzheimer's Risk Increases by Doing This, Medical Studies Suggest

Stop before it’s too late.

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How You Gain Visceral Fat And Why It's Bad For You, Say Scientists

Here's how to reduce abdominal fat, from an expert who knows.

Doctor Anthony Fauci

Dr. Fauci Says COVID is Still a Threat, "Be Alert"

Here’s the latest on the COVID pandemic.

Doctor Anthony Fauci

Dr. Fauci Just Issued This "Concerning" Warning

Cases are rising. Here's how to stay safe.

US actor Will Smith (L), US actress Jada Pinkett Smith attend the 94th Oscars at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, California on March 27, 2022 and US actor Chris Rock speaks onstage during the 94th Oscars at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, California.

Jada Pinkett Smith Has Alopecia, Which May be Why Will Smith Slapped Chris Rock

Inside the health condition that possibly led to last night's Oscar shocker.

Michael T. Osterholm

Virus Expert Just Issued This "Real" Warning

"We’re not done with the virus. It’s not done with us," said Osterholm.

Doctor Rochelle Walensky

CDC Says You Should Still Wear Masks Going Here

"Our guidance right now has been unchanged."

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These States Just Revoked Major Mandates

As Omicron recedes, so do the restrictions.

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Here's "We Can Get Our Lives Back," Says Virus Expert

We need more people vaccinated to pull back mandates, warns Doctor Jha.

Doctor Anthony Fauci

Dr. Fauci Still Has This Message to Anti-Vaxxers

The infectious disease expert says the politicization of COVID vaccines is "unfortunate."

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Expert Warns These States Have Virus Wave Now

"Other parts of the country are still at about a hundred cases per a hundred thousand people per day…"

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Virus Expert Just Issued "Tragic" Warning

"We're still tragically in this fight," said Gottlieb.

Michael T. Osterholm

Virus Expert Just Said This Makes You 97 Times More Likely to Die

We have more than 2,000 COVID deaths a day in America. Here's who's dying.

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Sure Signs You've Already Had COVID, Says CDC

The signs of Long COVID are important to know.

U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy, joined by Press Secretary Jen Psaki, delivers remarks and answers questions from member of the press Thursday, July 15, 2021, in the James S. Brady White House Press Briefing Room. (Official White House Photo by Cameron Smith)

Surgeon General Says Here's When We'll Be Back to "Normal"

"We wanna be able to dial up and dial down precautions based on" a few factors.

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This is When COVID Symptoms Start, Says New Study

"Researchers found that symptoms start to develop very fast, on average about two days after contact with the virus.

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Virus Expert Just Warned of Possible New Surge

Despite the warnings, "we can't get people vaccinated. That is what's happening today."

Doctor Rochelle Walensky

This Makes You 97X More Likely to Die, Says Virus Expert

"Unvaccinated individuals were 97 times more likely to die compared to those who were boosted."

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If You Have Omicron, Here's When Symptoms Start

Doctor explains how soon you'll start seeing signs of Omicron if you have the virus.

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This Makes You "Far More" Likely to Die, Virus Expert Says

Omicron is serious, especially for unvaccinated or older individuals.

Scott Gottlieb

Virus Expert Says When We Can Finally Relax Mandates

“I think we need to think about how we start to lean in and withdraw all the measures we've put in place."

Young woman standing at the public park, enjoying a beautiful day out. She is smiling behind N95 face mask she is wearing.

Virus Expert Says Here's What Your "New Normal" Will Look Like

We have 2,000 deaths a day. That is not normal. But soon, we may get there. And it could look like this.

The young girl with medical mask on her face stands on the crowded street.

Don't Go Here Now, Say Virus Experts

The Omicron Wave is not over yet. Avoid these places, or asses your risk.

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Omicron Symptoms Mostly Feel Like This

If you feel these, get tested, say medical professionals.

National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases Director Dr. Anthony Fauci talks to reporters in the Brady Press Briefing Room at the White House

Dr. Fauci Says "It's Still Surging" For These States

Watch out for the surge here.

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