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Did CDC Intentionally Delay Release of Information on COVID-19 Animal-to-Human Transmission?

MEDICINE & HEALTH 04.07.2022 14:12 PM

Government papers reveal that confirmation of COVID-19 animal-to-human transmission was delayed by CDC. Read more about the content of the documents here.

Coronavirus Pandemic Origin Still Points to Animals Sold in Wuhan Wet Market, Latest Study States

02.28.2022 08:00 AM

A set of new studies point out Huanan wet market as origin of the pandemic. Browse the series of investigations about the animal-related origin of COVID-19 here.

Hong Kong's Latest COVID Outbreak Originated from Hamsters’ Sneezes, Over 2,000 Rodents Culled

02.09.2022 11:00 AM

A new study presents how hamsters from a local pet shop started a new outbreak of the coronavirus in Hong Kong.

Why Does Omicron Spread Faster Than Other COVID-19 Variants? Here is the Answer

01.20.2022 06:10 AM

Studies reveal why COVID-19 omicron variant spreads faster that its predecessors. Omicron had been infecting thousands of people in many countries every day.

Thanksgiving 2021: How Could High COVID-19 Transmission Rates Affect the Holidays?

11.15.2021 06:30 AM

As American prepare for the biggest travel time of the year, transmission rates of COVID-19 is also increasing across 39 states. So what could this mean to this year's Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays?

White-Tailed Deers in Iowa Tested Positive for COVID-19; Human Spit Possible Cause of Transmission

11.06.2021 00:21 AM

A new study shows that the white-tailed deers in Iowa are positive with COVD-19. COVID-19 brought a pandemic that tested modern-day global health measures and scientific advances.

Individuals Not Affected by COVID-19 May Have Natural Resistance Encoded in Genes

10.19.2021 07:08 AM

A new study suggests that some people may have been born with genes that could naturally resist COVID-19.

DIY Homemade Facemask: How to Make One That is Effective Against COVID-19

09.15.2021 06:59 AM

A new study recommended the right materials that can be used to craft a homemade facemask against coronavirus aerosol transmission.

One of Nine Lions Infected by COVID-19 in Indian Zoo Dies, Study Says Transmission of SARS-CoV-2 from Human to Animals Possible

07.21.2021 03:56 AM

A recent report published in CDC confirms COVID-19 transmission from humans and animals, following the coronavirus-related death of a lioness at a zoo in India.

COVID-19 Vaccinated People Who Get Infected Less Likely to Spread the Virus, Fauci Says

07.17.2021 01:01 AM

Dr. Anthony Fauci announced in a recent White House briefing that vaccinated people who contracted COVID-19 are less likely to spread the virus to others than those unvaccinated people.

Pandemic Birthday Parties NOT Safe, Small Family Gatherings Increase COVID-19 Risk by One-Third

07.06.2021 07:20 AM

A new study on birthday parties during the COVID-19 pandemic, reveals that even trusted people could become vectors of the virus and become the source of viral spread, especially in places with high cases of infection.

COVID-19 Transmission 'Very Unlikely' for Vaccinated People, Over 122 Million in the US Are Safe

05.17.2021 22:47 PM

It was unknown at the beginning of the vaccination drive in the US whether the COVID-19 vaccine will prevent transmission or not, but a series of studies and real-world data have given light on this matter.

COVID-19 Can Spread Beyond 6 Feet, CDC Says Virus is Airborne

05.09.2021 21:35 PM

COVID-19 can spread to people more than six feet apart and, in some circumstances, to those who have passed through a space where the infection is still lingering.

Evidence Shows COVID-19 Largely Spread Through the Air

04.19.2021 23:03 PM

Scientists uncover overwhelming evidence that SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, is largely spread through the air.

COVID-19 Transmission Linked to Triangular-Shaped Spikes Found on Virus

04.16.2021 21:51 PM

Scientists from Japan recently discovered that triangular-shaped spikes are making COVID-19 transmissions successful.

Could One Age Group Be Responsible for Almost Half of New Cases of COVID-19?

02.03.2021 01:10 AM

A new study suggests that middle-aged people are the cause of over 50% of new cases mostly because of increased mobility and interaction with younger and older population.

Scientists Find Another Mode of COVID Transmission: Airborne via Aerosols

12.27.2020 08:00 AM

Even as 2020 heads to a close, the global coronavirus pandemic still seems far from over - with its recent resurgence revealing another mode of transmission: airborne via aerosols.

Mask Must Go With Social Distancing to Avoid COVID-19 Transmission

12.23.2020 20:00 PM

Wearing masks with little social distancing can become "super-spreader events," experts have warned.

Scientists Test Which Method Is Best To Stop The Spreading of COVID-19

11.23.2020 21:00 PM

Scientists rate social distancing, wearing of face masks, and social bubbles in their effectiveness in preventing the spread of COVID-19.

CONFESS Study Aims to Measure How Religious Practices Have Changed During the Pandemic

10.05.2020 09:10 AM

UCL is recruiting participants for the CONFESS Study where people will sing worship and scientists will measure aerosol droplets. The researchers aim to help the government make decisions regarding religious gatherings.

Experts Warn Singing Happy Birthday Increases Risk of COVID-19 Transmission

09.08.2020 08:30 AM

COVID-19 may be spread through singing the "Happy Birthday" song, says the expert as pronouncing the consonants "P" and "B" releases large infectious droplets.

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