Next on Gilead's Agenda: Inhaled Remdesivir and Other User-Friendly Versions of the Drug

Medicine & Technology Jun 03, 2020

Gilead Sciences just finished its phase 3 trials for remdesivir, and the results have been positive. As for the next step, the company seeks to explore making inhaled versions of the drug for early treatment of COVID-19 as well as easier treatment at home.

Couples Wanting to Get Intimate Should Wear Masks While Doing the Deed, Harvard Scientists Say

Jun 02, 2020

Harvard University researchers caution people to use special precautions even when having sex during this time of the coronavirus pandemic. They advise avoiding kissing, taking a shower before and after having intercourse, and also wearing masks while doing the deed.

COVID-19 Survivors Who Recovered From Mild Cases Can Experience Long-Term Health Problems: Study

Jun 02, 2020

Recovered COVID-19 patients with mild cases have reported long-term health problems after the virus left their bodies.

What Role Does the Enzyme ACE2 Play in the Whole COVID-19 Conundrum?

Jun 02, 2020

Multiple research papers have found that the enzyme ACE2 plays a vital role in the disease process of COVID-19. Scientists have seen a correlation between increased levels in smokers and with certain drug usage.

FDA Places Zoloft Under Shortage List Along With Hydroxychloroquine Amid Coronavirus Pandemic

Jun 01, 2020

Zoloft, a known antidepressant, is now on FDA's shortage list. Due to the coronavirus pandemic and the stresses caused by it, many Americans have turned to medication, which has now driven stocks off shelves.

New Ebola and Massive Measles Outbreak Declared in Congo Amid COVID-19 Pandemic

Jun 01, 2020

The outbreak has indeed come at a very challenging time for the Democratic Republic of Congo, according to health officials.

Earlier Studies Were Right: Coronavirus Came from a Hybrid of Bat and Pangolin Viruses, New Study Reveals

Jun 01, 2020

New research confirms that the coronavirus of today did emerge from bats, with recombination from pangolin viruses. The researchers warn that their findings suggest that there are more coronaviruses out there and future epidemics are inevitable to come.

Sinovac 99% Confident that 'CoronaVac' Will Work Effectively Against Coronavirus

Jun 01, 2020

Chinese company, Sinovac Biotech Ltd has arrived at the stage 2 trial of CoronaVac with more than 1,000 volunteers in the study.

The WHO has a Confession to Make: Investigations on Chinese Wet Markets or Labs Never Took Place

Jun 01, 2020

Margaret Harris, a spokesperson for WHO, had admitted in an interview with Sky News that none of its personnel did an ocular visit to Wuhan's wet markets or laboratories. In recent times, China has been receiving hate since many believe that the coronavirus originated from one of its exotic wet markets or labs.

Fears Over Coronavirus Second Wave Spark Following George Floyd Protests

Jun 01, 2020

US health officials are now worried that protests following the George Floyd case might spark a second wave of the coronavirus. After reports of positive cases increasing in areas where protests have been held, officials urge people to be responsible protesters, especially during the pandemic.

Yale Epidemiologist: Hydroxychloroquine Should be Used as Standard COVID-19 Treatment Despite Being Potentially Harmful

Jun 01, 2020

An epidemiologist at Yale still believes that the anti-malarial drug hydroxychloroquine should be used as a "standard for care" in treating patients with COVID-19. Furthermore, he recommends using the drug in combination with azithromycin and zinc.

Pool Party Gone Wrong as One Tests Positive for COVID-19 in Last Weekend's Gathering at the Lake of Ozarks in Missouri

May 30, 2020

A person present at the Lake of Ozarks participating in a weekend party reportedly tested positive for COVID-19. Camden County Health officials are now warning locals about the person's whereabouts over the weekend and alerting them to see their physicians if symptoms arise.

Coronavirus May Not Be a Respiratory Disease After All and that Changes Everything

May 29, 2020

New research finds that coronavirus might affect the endothelial cells lining blood vessels, instead of the lungs. Scientists believe that this explains the new symptoms of the disease currently arising. Some of the new symptoms include blood clotting, stroke, purple toes, kidney damage, and encephalitis.

Gang of Monkeys Attacked Lab Assistant and Escaped with COVID-19 Blood Samples in India

May 29, 2020

A group of monkeys were reportedly attacked a laboratory assistant and in Delhi then escaped the facility with blood samples of coronavirus

Coronavirus-wise: Faulty COVID-19 Conclusion Possibly Prevented Washington from Being the Next NYC

May 29, 2020

A new study reveals that initial speculation about the source of the first coronavirus case in the US might prove to be erroneous. Nevertheless, this "error" might have saved Washington from becoming NY, as it urged officials to implement early social distancing measures.