Airborne or Not? WHO Now Reviewing Evidence of Coronavirus' Airborne Transmission After Scientists' Plea

Medicine & Technology Jul 07, 2020

The World Health Organization says it is now reviewing evidence that points to the coronavirus being transmitted through the airborne route. This was after a group of scientists called out the agency to consider changing their guidelines on COVID-19.

EPA Approves 2 Lysol Surface Disinfectants That Effectively Kills Coronavirus

Jul 07, 2020

For the first time, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has approved two Lysol disinfectants to effectively kill the coronavirus on surfaces based on laboratory tests.

After Coronavirus, New Cases of Dengue Fever Appear 24 Hours After Bubonic Plague in China

Jul 07, 2020

Chinese health officials have reported a case of dengue fever within 24 hours of confirming a case of the bubonic plague. As China now faces several outbreaks, the WHO is not concerned that the bubonic plague detected poses a high-risk threat.

Melbourne on Coronavirus Lockdown: Borders Closed for the First Time in 100 Years

Jul 07, 2020

Melbourne will once again enter into lockdown and close its borders effective on the midnight of July 8, Wednesday. As Australia seems to be entering its second wave of the coronavirus, Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews says strict measures need to be observed to ensure that it doesn't spread to other nearby states.

Dr. Fauci on US Coronavirus Status: 'Not Good'

Jul 07, 2020

Anthony Fauci, an infectious disease expert, says the U.S. isn't doing so well in its fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. He says the country is still knee-deep in its first wave and needs to come up with quick solutions to try and overcome the resurgence of cases.

Any Coronavirus Vaccine Would Only Give 'Finite Protection'--Dr. Fauci

Jul 06, 2020

According to Dr. Anthony Fauci, the director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, any coronavirus vaccine developed during this time would only give us "finite protection." Furthermore, he says that the first wave of the coronavirus is still far from over.

Scientists Create a ‘Membrane on a Chip’ to Track Cell Reactions to Viruses

Jul 06, 2020

Scientists recreate human cell membranes onto an electronic chip to measure its behavior with external substances such as viruses and antibiotics. Soon, it will be screening drug candidates for coronavirus.

Coronavirus Is Airborne: 239 Experts Call on the WHO to Update Its Guidelines

Jul 06, 2020

A group of experts has come together with a common claim: the coronavirus is airborne. The scientists are to publish an open letter to the World Health Organization, suggesting it to update its recommendations for preventing the transmission of COVID-19.

Scientists Develop Wearable COVID-19 Monitoring Tool to Catch Early Symptoms

Jul 04, 2020

Scientists have developed a small, wearable device aimed to detect early signs and symptoms of COVID-19. The gadget is about the size of a postage stamp and meant to be placed below the suprasternal notch, the groove at the base of the throat.

Absence of Respiratory Symptoms in Children With COVID-19 Were Neurological Instead

Jul 04, 2020

Doctors have observed rare symptoms in children infected with coronavirus, resulting in neurological symptoms such as encephalopathy in the absence of the more common respiratory ones.

The Dutch Mink Fur Industry Is Badly Hit by the Spread of COVID-19

Jul 03, 2020

The Netherlands is the world's top mink fur producer, which has been attacked by COVID-19. The mink farms and pelt industry might close for good by this year.

COVID-19: To Dine Indoors or Outdoors?

Jul 03, 2020

Is it better to dine indoors or outdoors during the coronavirus pandemic? Experts are asking people first to consider: is it necessary to eat outside in the first place? Learn some tips when dining out during the COVID-19 crisis.

Are N-95 Masks Potentially Harmful? Viral Post Rattles People Adding Confusion on Protective Gear Against COVID-19

Jul 02, 2020

A Facebook post went viral after it claimed that N-95, surgical, and cloth masks were ineffective and potentially harmful against coronavirus. Experts explain the truth behind these masks and how they protect or fail to protect the wearer from COVID-19.

China’s Biotech Firm Is Now Leading the Race to a Coronavirus Vaccine As Testing Approaches Phase 3

Jul 02, 2020

CanSino was the first biotech firm to complete successful human trials with a COVID-19 vaccine. They've continued to take the lead as they will soon begin Phase 3 with consistent promising efforts.

Oxford Expert Claims Their COVID-19 Vaccine Gives Off Long Term Immunity With Antibodies 3X Higher Than Recovered Patients

Jul 01, 2020

Professor Sarah Gilbert, who leads Oxford University's trial for its coronavirus vaccine candidate, says their jab could provide long-term immunity, which could last for several years. Furthermore, she says it could even give off antibodies three times more than a person who recovered from COVID-19.