CDC Delayed Information on COVID-19 Animal-to-Human Transmission, Government Papers Show

Medicine & Technology Apr 07, 2022

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

Feb 28, 2022

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

Feb 09, 2022

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

Jan 20, 2022

Studies reveal why COVID-19 omicron variant spreads faster that its predecessors.

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

Nov 15, 2021

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

Nov 06, 2021

A new study shows that the white-tailed deers in Iowa are positive with COVD-19.

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

Oct 19, 2021

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

Sep 15, 2021

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

Jul 21, 2021

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

Jul 17, 2021

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

Jul 06, 2021

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' if a Person is Already Vaccinated

May 17, 2021

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 is Airborne, CDC Says Virus Can Spread Beyond 6 Feet

May 09, 2021

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.

Should We Be Concerned About COVID-19 Airborne Transmission?

Apr 19, 2021

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

Triangular-Shaped Spikes Key to Spread of COVID-19

Apr 16, 2021

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