The olfactory tract may be allowing coronavirus infection to reach the central nervous system. Depressed mood and anxiety as psychological symptoms had been an 'unexpected finding'.
Hatha yoga proves to be an effective therapy for chronic low back pain for having several advantages over other treatments. Moreover, patients can do daily routines at home to improve back pain and the overall health of their body, mind, and spirit.
Pharmaceutical companies and the government are weighing out if pentobarbital should be used for federal executions. Meanwhile, several scheduled executions have been put on hold.
A majority of patients who have recovered from coronavirus still experience at least one lasting symptom. Doctors continue to study the possible acute and chronic effects of the virus.
A new study reveals that switching to plant protein is directly associated with reducing the risk of premature death. Moreover, there are other disadvantages of meat consumption as a source of protein.
Evidence of yoga and meditation as an adjunctive treatment for coronavirus patients show that inflammation in the body can be reduced. Moreover, building a 'protective shield' of immunity helps with neurological symptoms and hormone regulation as well.
Medical experts have compared the health of middle-aged adults in America versus England, discovering that low income is actually a public health emergency. Moreover, the coronavirus pandemic has revealed the consequences of unhealthy lifestyles.
An increase of young adult smokers has made 30% of people between 18 and 25 years old vulnerable to coronavirus. Smoking remains a significant risk factor for coronavirus cases and deaths.
Previously healthy individuals with no medical history are currently suffering long-term effects of coronavirus. Some of these long-haulers are currently under monitory programs as scientists are still figuring out why some patients have lasting symptoms months after getting ill.
Chinese scientists look into patients without diabetes developing high blood sugar levels which often result in severe complications. Their advice is for doctors to include blood sugar testing which could help diagnose pre-diabetic individuals and other complications associated with hyperglycemia.
Medical experts have substantial evidence that coronavirus transmission can occur in utero where the mother's placenta is infected. This explains why there are rare cases of newborns testing positive for COVID-19.
New York City, once the world's epicenter for the coronavirus, is currently preparing for the anticipated second wave of infections. Moreover, they are taking what they've learned and are sharing it with other states going through the same thing, namely Florida, California, and Texas.
Tuberculosis vaccines may help reduce vulnerability to coronavirus and decrease mortality rates as well. Scientists are working on establishing a link between the Bacille Calmette-Guérin vaccine and Covid-19.
Coronavirus has mutated into a stronger and more infectious strain known as D614G, which is up to six times more infectious than before. Scientists strive to figure out how the new mutation affect and re-infects patients with a failing immune system.
A recent discovery of 100 million billion stars hidden the Milky Way is named the South Pole Wall. Cosmographers explain how it's possible to map out what they can't see in space.
Paleontologists link a gigantic killer dolphin species, the Ankylorhiza, to modern whales. The parallel evolution of the two species began over 50 million years ago.
Global warming is causing the Arctic Ocean to host phytoplankton blooms, the rapid growth of microalgae. This imbalance is causing a 'significant regime shift,' experts say.
While observing brain cells affected by Alzheimer's disease, researchers discover a suppressor gene and develop a new rapid drug-screening system for treatment.
A study concluded that a majority of coronavirus infections are silent transmissions from asymptomatic/presymptomatic individuals. The WHO are being asked to update their coronavirus guidelines for airborne transmissions.
Organizations work together to immediately screen children for PTSD after witnessing violent crimes. Proper intervention and mental health care are available for those who have seen intimate partner violence.
Some of the best fruits and vegetables to help lower blood sugar levels include green peas, broccoli, carrots, leafy greens, berries, avocados, and citrus. And consuming at least one serving of whole-grain foods resulted in a 20% lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
CDC director Dr. Robert Redfield claimed that children are not contagious enough for schools to remain closed. However, other medical experts disagree and opt for mass testing for children.
The fur trade has been exposed to be cruel and horrifying. Recent graphic footage revealed a mountain of dead bodies - foxes that have been tossed into piles after being beaten and stripped of its fur.
Scientists have found more evidence connecting coronavirus to severe neurological complications which may lead to permanent brain damage and diseases such as Guillain-Barre Syndrome and encephalomyelitis.
Global sustainability problems need more complex solutions than planting more trees. While avoiding significant trade-offs, experts analyze more promising, simultaneous solutions for climate change, land degradation, and food security.