Emergent Nations to Experience 100K+ Tuberculosis Deaths Amid COVID-19 if Health Services Remain Futile: Study

Medicine & Technology Jun 25, 2020

In a new study, researchers find that the COVID-19 pandemic could naturally increase the global burden of tuberculosis due to delays in diagnosis, treatment, and interruptions to health services. They estimate about 110,000 additional deaths from TB in China, India, and South Africa over the next five years.

California Will Proceed With Reopening Plans Despite Record-Breaking Daily Cases of 6,000 People on Monday

Jun 24, 2020

California reports the highest number of daily cases as 6,000 people tested positive. Nevertheless, county mayors continue to move forward with plans to slowly reopening their areas with safety protocols.

1500 Employees Test Positive in a Meatpacking Plant, Causing a Northern German State to Reimpose Lockdown

Jun 23, 2020

Positive cases from meat factories are not uncommon during the pandemic. Experts say that 1500 employees currently in the quarantine may disrupt Germany's pig market.

Migraine vs COVID-19 Headache: How to Tell Them Apart

Jun 23, 2020

We all get headaches, but how can we tell this time if it's a migraine or a COVID-19-related headache? Health experts explain the difference between the two and share tips on how to cope with them. Click the link above to learn more.

Hamsters Protected From COVID-19 With Convalescent Serum; Develops Immunity: Study

Jun 23, 2020

A new study in hamsters reveals that convalescent therapy in treating COVID-19 is effective in the rodents. Additionally, the researchers also found that the animals developed immunity from the coronavirus after the initial infection. Scientists are hopeful that their findings could translate into human studies.

Doctor Warns Against the Use of Hand Dryers As They Will Cause a Spike in Coronavirus Cases

Jun 22, 2020

If you didn't know hand dryers were filthy, you do now. This wasn't a concern until the recent coronavirus pandemic. A doctor from the UK calls banning the machines as she fears it could cause spikes in coronavirus cases.

Are Food Supplies Still Safe? Coronavirus Outbreaks in Meat Packaging Plants Cause Worldwide Worries

Jun 22, 2020

Meat plants and other food processing facilities around the world have experienced recent surges in COVID-19 cases. Many are concerned about whether food supplies remain safe with the workers handling the food getting infected by the virus.

Britain Pilots the First ‘No Swab’ Saliva Mass Testing Trial That Can Be Even Done at Home

Jun 22, 2020

Mass testing in Southampton with a new 'no swab' saliva test will begin this month in hopes of restoring economic activity in Southern Britain.

Italian Doctor Claims Coronavirus' Genetic Mutation May Be Weaker and Could Go Away Completely Without a Vaccine

Jun 22, 2020

Coronavirus has had genetic mutations which have made it less aggressive, according to an Italian doctor. However, scientists disagree with his optimistic claims.

Coronavirus in Wuhan: Former U.S. Army Medical Researcher Explains How Natural Channels Transmitted the Virus

Jun 21, 2020

Mark Kortepeter, a former top figure in the United States’ biodefense programs, argues that the coronavirus most likely started from natural causes rather than escaped from a lab in Wuhan. Click the link above to learn about his arguments.

Coronavirus-Related MIS-C Pediatric Cases Rise in Arizona, Doctors Urge Parents to Know Warning Signs

Jun 21, 2020

Arizona sees a surge in cases of the Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children. Doctors are speculating that it has something to do so with the coronavirus. Health professionals say parents and caregivers must know the warning signs. To learn more, click the link above.

Coronavirus Remains Infectious in Both Mucus and Sputum for Over 12 Hours Even in Warm Temperatures: Study

Jun 19, 2020

Matson, 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.

[Fact Check] Is It Still Safe to Wear Contact Lenses During the Coronavirus Pandemic? What About Eye Glasses?

Jun 19, 2020

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.

High Levels of Stress Hormones Increase the Chances of Coronavirus

Jun 19, 2020

Medical experts linked cortisol levels to risk of COVID-19 infection and the poor outcomes, including mortality, the hormone adds to the illness.

Potentially Life-Saving COVID-19 Inhaler Using Synairgen Drug to Carry Out Nationwide Trials in the UK

Jun 18, 2020

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.