Do you have plans for this summer? Make sure they are in line with the precautionary measures for COVID-19. Check out these tips to ensure your safety this summer amid the coronavirus pandemic.
A recent study finds that elderly people living alone are 30% more likely to develop dementia. Experts believe that living alone is associated with increased stress, feelings of loneliness, and lack of cognitive stimulation, which might have contributed to the increasing number of cases.
A recent study says that although antibodies from a previous coronavirus infection might only last a short while, protection could still be possible. Experts point out that antibodies are only a small part of the equation and that people shouldn't be discouraged from developing a vaccine for COVID-19.
Heads up, Colorado. Trench fever, a disease involving lice, is on the rise as officials report a fourth case last week. The disease is associated with unhygienic practices and homelessness.
The CDC has updated its guidelines for those who test positive to the coronavirus. COVID-19-positive individuals are now told to isolate themselves for 10 days at home upon obtaining positive results.
Students can be under a lot of stress now that the pandemic has taken a grip on their lives. Here are some tips to manage stress during the COVID-19 crisis.
360 scientists from 42 different countries have united in asking for the transition of food production structures to agroecological principles. With biodiversity on the line, they believe that alterations in farming practices could save threatened species and give better quality food to humans as well.
Polar bears could inevitably face extinction by 2100, according to researchers. With climate change continually melting sea ice in the arctic, experts are worried that the species might not be able to survive.
The Oxford-AstraZeneca and CanSino vaccine candidates have both shown promising results in their early trials. As they now both enter phase three clinical trials, experts are hopeful that the vaccine candidates would continue to produce good results.
The next school year is fast approaching and parents and educators are worried about their kids entering classrooms and blending with kids coming from different homes. Here are some points to keep in mind about the probable new look of schooling amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Being pregnant during the coronavirus could seem like a nightmare. Check out these tips to ensure that mom and baby are safe from COVID-19 during these trying times.
NIH director, Dr. Francis Collins, discusses issues on why masks are important and why America is facing such problems with surges in COVID-19 cases. Find out why he says masks are not optional by clicking the link above.
The UAE's first Mars-bound spacecraft left Japan on Sunday, July 19. The country has big hopes for the mission as it hopes to deploy more missions to outer space in the following years to come.
Scientists believe that monoclonal antibodies can help fight the coronavirus amidst the absence of the ultimate desired treatment, a viable vaccine. Learn what these antibodies are and how they work.
Scientists determine that five to ten million years from now, a new ocean will form in Africa's Afar region. Due to the continuous shifting of tectonic plates, they say that Africa will eventually take on a new form in the future.
Summertime can be a challenging time for healthcare professionals this year as they put on full PPE to protect themselves against COVID-19. Here are some tips to keep cool this summer underneath all the protective gear.
Are you worried about dehydration this summer? Try these refreshing and healthy infused water recipes to make sure you get all the fluids and electrolytes you need to go about your day.
The "Blaubeuren" meteorite found in a property Germany is considered to be the largest one found in the country. Centuries after hitting the Earth, its existence was finally reported to scientists earlier this year.
Diseases in newborns can now be easily detected through urine samples. Researchers studied chemical compounds in newborn's urine to determine indicators of abnormalities.
Stay away from commercially bought baby food and stick to good old home made meals, experts suggest. In a new study, many baby food products were found to be too sweet for babies and were falsely advertised as suitable for infants younger than four months old.
Climate change can affect even plants in our backyard. How can we combat the this-worldly crisis, and how can specific choices in garden plants help? Click the link above to find out.
The Maldives is now open for international tourists post-COVID-19. The famous summer destination claims to be 'virus safe,' but here are a few guidelines to keep in mind before hitting its pristine beaches.
Drinking from contaminated water sources is a big problem across counties around the world. A group of Chinese researchers has now come up with a new system to purify drinking water using solar power and specific bacteria.
Do you want to enter a space camp or train to be an astronaut? Be ready to pay a fortune as Orbite is getting ready to launch its five-star Spaceflight Gateway and Astronaut Training Complex.
A new study reveals that heparin, a common blood thinner, could play an important role in controlling COVID-19. Scientists are optimistic as the same approach has been used in other viruses such as dengue and Zika.
Only a true shark lover would be all smiles after getting bitten by a shark. Read how a 29-year-old marine diver cheerfully faces surgery following a shark attack while swimming in Cairns, Queensland.
Are you planning to be a father soon or in the future? Better shape up and cut those pounds as research finds that obese men are likely to produce babies. Read the full article to learn more.