MEDICINE & HEALTH

Coronavirus Mutations: What Are COVID-19 Variants' Implications? [EXPLAINER]

MEDICINE & HEALTH 04.18.2021 00:16 AM

What's the concern about the new COVID-19 variants? Are they more contagious? Here's what you need to know about coronavirus mutations!

Man Suffers Heart, Kidney Failure After Drinking Four Energy Drinks a Day in Two Years

04.18.2021 00:13 AM

A man was found to be suffering from heart and kidney failure after he consumed four energy drinks a day, a case study said.

Legionnaire’s Disease Detected in Macon Hotel Hot Tub: Where Is Its Origin? What Are the Symptoms, Treatment?

04.17.2021 22:13 PM

Two cases of Legionnaire's disease have been diagnosed in two individuals in Macon, Missouri - and local health officials warn visitors of the pool and hot tub at a local Inn.

Genetically Modified Mosquitoes in Florida Keys: What Can These Insects Do?

04.17.2021 21:54 PM

The EPA approved Oxitec’s mosquitoes for release this spring. They said GM mosquitoes are successful in reducing disease spread.

Hunger Could Be Turned off in the Brain, Study Finds

04.16.2021 23:05 PM

Israeli scientists have uncovered the brain's hunger switch mechanism that will help develop anti-obesity drugs to control the urge to eat.

Potential Novel Lung Cancer Cure Identified in Study

04.16.2021 22:25 PM

Researchers have found a potential novel treatment for lung cancer using a drug that could reduce tumor growth.

COVID-19 Transmission Linked to Triangular-Shaped Spikes Found on Virus

04.16.2021 21:51 PM

Scientists from Japan recently discovered that triangular-shaped spikes are making COVID-19 transmissions successful.

Google Enables Users to Find Nearest COVID-19 Vaccination Site

04.16.2021 21:35 PM

Google has added a helpful functionality to its Maps service, adding information on COVID-19 vaccination sites nearest its users.

Coronavirus Reinfection: Will Previous COVID-19 Infection Prevent Young People From Having One?

04.16.2021 04:20 AM

Getting COVID-19 doesn't guarantee protection from reinfection. A positive COVID-19 test has a bit of hope: you'll be immune to the coronavirus for at least a few months.

AI Tool Uses Satellite Imagery to Find Pollution Hotspots

04.16.2021 02:30 AM

A new AI tool uses a combination of machine learning, satellite imagery, and weather data to autonomously find locations with heavy air pollution down to the exact city block.

Can Mosquitoes Be Used to Vaccinate People With COVID-19 Vaccine?

04.16.2021 01:40 AM

11 years ago, a team of Japanese researchers genetically engineered mosquitoes that, instead of spreading disease, spread vaccines.

COVID-19 Vaccine: Third Dose Likely Needed Within 12 Months to Get Fully Vaccinated

04.15.2021 21:57 PM

Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla said that a booster shot of the COVID-19 vaccine is likely needed within 12 months to get fully vaccinated. He added that annual revaccination might be needed, like flu shots.

Human Stem Cells Injected, Grown in Monkey Embryos Ignite Ethical Questions

04.15.2021 21:31 PM

A new study led by a team of American and Chinese researchers has ignited a fresh ethical argument of experiments on human stem cells grown in monkey embryos.

Ebola Outbreak Prevention: Scientists Use First-Ever Large Scale Genomic Sequencing

04.15.2021 09:17 AM

Scientists carried out unprecedented sequencing of Ebola genomes that helped curb the further spread of the virus.

Snoring in Kids Linked to Developmental and Behavioral Issues, Study Finds

04.15.2021 04:21 AM

A study found that frequent child snoring is linked to developmental and behavioral issues, that could affect their education.

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