Influenza Flu Vaccine Recommended for People Aged 6 Months and Older To Avoid ‘Twindemic’

MEDICINE & HEALTH 09.06.2021 01:00 AM

The vaccine shots may not be considered a hundred percent protection, although they reduce the disease severity, as well as the risk of deaths related to flu.

4 out of 5 American Adults Develops COVID19 Antibodies from Infection, Vaccination

09.04.2021 01:34 AM

Recent research analyzing blood donation samples since July 2020 shows that as of May 2021, 4 out of 5 American adults over the age of 16 have developed antibodies via infection or vaccine.

Long COVID Risk Reduction: App Reveals Fully Vaccinated People Less Likely to Have Lasting Symptoms

09.03.2021 06:13 AM

The ZOE COVID app helps in reducing the risk of long COVID as enables experts to track who has the virus, on top of being able to trace COVID-19 hotspots.

New Nanodisinfectant Developed with Long-Lasting Properties; Proven Effective Against Pathogens of Pandemic

09.01.2021 22:59 PM

A new nanoparticle-based disinfectant was developed with antiviral effects and can last up to 7 days. The disinfectant is expected to solve limited sanitizing solutions during the pandemic.

Sickness While Aging: Research on Genetics Cites Other Factors of Falling Ill Than Getting Older

08.31.2021 02:13 AM

In a study, researchers explored the potential link between aging and becoming ill as one gets older. They found that other factors may have led to such diseases than mere age.

New COVID-19 Variant Detected; Scientists Say It’s Too Early to Predict Its Evolution, Mutation, How Contagious It Is

08.31.2021 00:00 AM

South African scientists detected a new COVID-19 variant they identified as C.1.2 and according to them, it is too early to predict how it evolves, its mutation, and how infectious it is.

AI-Powered Single-Cell Atlas Developed; Effective on Detecting Single Disease Cell Including COVID-19

08.30.2021 23:40 PM

A new AI-powered algorithm was developed in order to consolidate every data from single-cells tha could be used for reference and future studies.

COVID-19 a Vascular Disease; New Study Reveals the Virus is Not a Respiratory Illness

08.30.2021 06:40 AM

A new study revealed that COVID-19 is a vascular disease and not a respiratory illness. This new research shows how the S protein of the virus is attacking receptor ACE2, impairing endothelium, lining the blood vessel.

Vision Loss in COVID-19 Patient: Case Study Provides Better Insight on Possible Connection Between the Two

08.27.2021 08:12 AM

A man, in his 70s, experienced vision loss after recovery from COVID-19. Medical experts, through a study, showed some possible associations between the two conditions.

Boy Without Other Health Issues Dies From Pediatric COVID-19 in Houston

08.27.2021 07:43 AM

Experts say the child ages of 10 and 19, is Houston's first healthy child victim. Six additional children died as a result of underlying health problems.

Antidepressant Fluvoxamine Found Efficacy Against COVID-19; FDA Says It's Safe to Use, Cheap to Produce

08.26.2021 22:10 PM

Antidepressant Fluvoxamine is found to be effective against COVID-19 and according to an FDA finding, it is also a safe-to-use and cheap-to-produce drug.

Delta Variant Patients Have 300 Times Viral Load Compared to Original Strain, Will Vaccines Help Protect People?

08.25.2021 06:28 AM

Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency health officials said that people infected with the delta variant have 300 times viral load than the original strain. The Koren scientists are now advising to get tested as soon as they experience symptoms.

Ivermectin Drug for Cows, Horses Not Suitable for Humans to Treat COVID-19; Human Ingestion May Cause Health Risks

08.24.2021 01:45 AM

Mississippi health officials report an increase in poison control calls after people have been ingesting ivermectin drugs for cows and horses despite FDA warnings that it is not effective and safe.

People With Spinal Cord Injury at More Risk of COVID-19 Due to Immunosuppression, Sitting, Touching Hand Rims

08.23.2021 08:12 AM

COVID-19 high-risk groups do not always mention spinal cord injury patients, but a new study suggests that these people are at more risk of getting infected because SCI causes immunosuppression in these patients.

COVID-19 Delta Variant Evolution: Fast Transmission, Mutation, Management Strategies Explained in Evolutionary Theory

08.22.2021 23:45 PM

An evolutionary theory predicts what will happen later, that pertains to the COVID-19 variant evolution. The variant is explained to be transmitted faster than the original Wuhan strain.

Both Unvaccinated and Fully Vaccinated People Infected With COVID-19 Delta Variant Carry Similar Viral Load

08.20.2021 02:06 AM

A study from researchers of the University of Oxford found that fully vaccinated people suffering from breakthrough COVID-19 delta variant carry a similar amount of viral load as those infected unvaccinated individuals.

Public Health at Greater Risk as Healthcare Workforce Weakens

08.18.2021 08:53 AM

Healthcare demand is on the rise due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but many registered nurses are notifying to deactivate their license, leaving hospitals short of staff.

German Anti-Vaxxer Nurse Allegedly Injects 8,600 Fake Jabs; Saline Solution Not Harmful but Has Side Effects

08.14.2021 01:50 AM

Authorities are urging thousands of people to get another shot of the COVID-19 vaccine after a Red Cross anti-vaxxer nurse allegedly injected saline solution on 8,600 people.

COVID-19 Patient Zero Possibly Infected by Bat While Taking Samples for Wuhan Lab, WHO Chief Says It's a "Probable Hypotheses"

08.13.2021 07:00 AM

A recent statement from the World Health Organization's chief scientist confirms the possibility of the lab leak theory and COVID-19 patient zero in Wuhan.

3rd COVID-19 Booster Vaccine Shot for Immunocompromised Persons; Moderna and Pfizer Hoping To Get Clearances Soon

08.12.2021 10:55 AM

FDA is expected to amend the Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines' emergency use authorizations on Thursday, allowing immunocompromised patients to get the third dosage.

COVID-19 Booster Dose: Who Gets the 3rd Jab? Experts Have Yet to Decide If All Brits Need Extra Protection

08.12.2021 10:49 AM

Scientists have yet to decide if all brits need another shot of the COVID-19 vaccine or a booster dose. Currently, the JVCI is examining blood test samples before granting the program.