MEDICINE & HEALTHMatson, a medical student, was recently involved in two studies: environmental conditions affecting virus stability and decontamination of reused N95 masks due to a global shortage.
According to the study of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), drones can reduce costs in using nuclear techniques in suppressing the disease-carrying mosquitoes.
Some studies have found that coronavirus can be detected in tears. This has caused many to wonder if wearing contact lenses during the pandemic is still safe. Experts say they can be as long as these contact lens hygiene tips are followed. Click the link above to learn about the tips.
A team of researchers has developed a urine test to quickly and accurately determine if a pregnant woman is at risk for threatened abortion. This new non-invasive approach to learning the risk for miscarriage gives hope to many health care providers and pregnant women alike.
A recent study on artificial stone silicosis that affects stonemasons has been attributed to the high demand for quartz tiles. Scientists are saying that basic protective measures no longer suffice.
Researchers from the University of Southampton will be rolling out nationwide trails of their coronavirus inhaler together with Synairgen's SNG-001 drug to combat early symptoms of COVID-19. Scientists are hoping that their approach would offer immediate treatment to patients at home without the need of going to hospitals.
Pokemon's new app release, Pokemon Smile, focuses on dental health and hygiene. In the apps, kids get to unlock new Pokemon and save them from cavity-causing bacteria by brushing their teeth. Click the link above to watch a trailer of the app.
The second wave of COVID-19 in Beijing was traced to a public market, yet authorities still don't know how the virus arrived after two months of no new reported cases.
Scientists have made a breakthrough discovery in the field of vaccine development. The new study claims that the researchers have identified and eliminated the cause of Vaccine-enhanced Disease in Mycoplasma pneumoniae.