Study Reveals that COVID-19 Survivors Develop Neutralizing Antibodies Which Might not be Enough to Block Reinfection

Medicine & Technology May 28, 2020

A new study conducted by researchers from Rockefeller University reveals that every person who's ever had an infection of the coronavirus develops neutralizing antibodies. However, they also found that these antibodies might not be enough to prevent a second infection. Click the link above to learn more.

Montefiore and Einstein College Introduce Trials for Remdesivir-Baricitinib Combo as a Treatment Option for COVID-19

May 27, 2020

Montefiore Health System and Albert Einstein College of Medicine have begun with ACTT 2, a clinical trial using the drug combination remdesivir and baricitinib to treat patients with COVID-19. Researchers are hoping the new drug combo would reduce COVID-19-related inflammation and provide better recovery outcomes for coronavirus patients.

Finger Size May Indicate Mortality Rate of Male Patients with Coronavirus

May 27, 2020

Scientists unveil new data concluding that ring finger and index finger ratios, indicated by testosterone levels, can be a biomarker for male COVID-19 susceptibility.

Loyal Dog Waits for Owner Who Died of COVID-19 for three Months at Wuhan Hospital

May 27, 2020

A seven-year-old male mongrel has been waiting for his owner after the latter was hospitalized at Wuhan Taikang Hospital in Hubei Province due to COVID-19.

Oxford Clinical Trials of Hydroxychloroquine to Push Through Despite WHO's Order to Stop

May 27, 2020

The WHO announced on Monday the suspension of trials involving the antimalarial drug, hydroxychloroquine. However, an Oxford trial claims to be continuing despite the organization's previous order. Click the link above to learn more.

New Study Reveals Cloth Masks can Obstruct up to 99% of Particles; Experts say it can Stop the Spread of COVID-19

May 27, 2020

Are you interested in making your own homemade face masks for protection against COVID-19? Go ahead; just make sure you use cotton and add up to three layers. A new study finds that cotton masks can block up to 99% of particles and can prevent the spread of coronavirus.

COVID-Free Samoa has a Beauty Queen to Thank For

May 27, 2020

Brains, beauty, and compassion are the qualities that make up Samoa's reigning beauty queen, Fonoifafo Mcfarland-Seumanu. After helping her country fight the measles crisis through vaccination last year, she is now promoting social distancing and staying at home to keep her fellow countrymen safe from COVID-19

NONE of the Most Common Coronavirus Mutations has Increased Ability to Spread from One Person to Another, New Study Suggests

May 26, 2020

A new study from the University College London looked at 31 mutations of SARS-CoV-2 and found that some mutations could be harmful to the virus and its ability to spread.

Arthritis Patients Resort to Using Industrial Lubricant Over Fears Ibuprofen Might Worsen Coronavirus

May 26, 2020

Patients with arthritis are scared to take ibuprofen for their joints over fears that the drug might worsen coronavirus symptoms. Instead, some lather their joints up with the industrial lubricant, WD-40.

WHO Stops Hydroxychloroquine Coronavirus Trials Over Safety Concerns

May 25, 2020

The World Health Organization is temporarily putting a hold on clinical trials for the antimalarial drug, hydroxychloroquine. This decision was after studies showed that the drug potentially caused heart problems and even death. Click the link above to learn more.

Researchers Develop Breakthrough Electroceutical Fabric that Zaps Coronavirus Upon Contact

May 25, 2020

Researchers from the Indiana University released a study involving an 'electroceutical' fabric designed to eliminate the coronavirus upon contact. Imagine using this technology on surfaces in hospitals, offices, schools, homes, and other places. Click the link above to learn more.

Positive COVID-19 Test Doesn't Automatically Equate to Virulence; 11 Days After Illness Renders Uninfectious, Singapore Study Reveals

May 24, 2020

Researchers from Singapore say that there is no need to worry if you test positive for coronavirus after 11 days of illness. A new study reveals that a positive test doesn't equate to a person still being infectious, but could indicate that an infection was once present.

Faulty Ventilators that Caused Fires in Russia Reach NY and NJ Without FDA's Approval; Officials in Hot Water

May 23, 2020

45 Russian Aventa-M ventilators were shipped to the US and distributed to New York and New Jersey without having passed through the FDA. This raises concerns as the same model of ventilators are being blamed for starting fires in hospitals that killed six people. Click the link above to read more.

Can Coronavirus Affect Babies in Uterus? New Study Suggests it Could

May 22, 2020

A new study reveals that the coronavirus can affect pregnant women's placenta and could possibly be a cause for complications during and after pregnancy. Although the authors believe that data is still limited to jump into conclusions, they advise pregnant mothers to take extra caution regarding their pregnancies.

First American to Receive Placental Cell Treatment For COVID-19 is an Acclaimed Broadway Scenic Designer

May 22, 2020

As part of FDA's "compassionate use," Edward Pierce was administered placental cells in 15 parts of his body.