Modern Pandemic Tracking Framework, Rolled-Out

TECH & INNOVATION 12.07.2020 13:00 PM

Experts roll out the first dynamic global surveillance system in 195 countries, including the U.S. A modern global tracking framework for COVID-19 has been established that can dynamically track not just where the virus is now but where it is traveling, how soon it will arrive, and if the pace it is accelerating.

Science Behind Expression of Gratitude and Its Impact on Wellbeing

11.27.2020 19:00 PM

Psychologists described gratitude "as both appreciating the good things in life" and acknowledging that they are coming from other people and circumstances.

Masks Copied From Snorkeling Gear and Animal's Nasal Cavities, Effective as PPE

11.25.2020 18:00 PM

Experts patterned PPEs from snorkeling gear and animal's nasal cavities and found it effective.

New Study Evaluates Preparedness Against Future Disease Outbreaks

11.24.2020 11:00 AM

A new study examines the capacity of health care systems to accommodate patients - among the factors that determine public health in the face of infectious disease outbreaks like COVID-19.

Research Team Discovers Coronaviruses Closely Related to COVID-19 Virus in Japan and Cambodia

11.24.2020 06:00 AM

Scientists recently discovered a type of coronavirus almost related to SARS-CoV-2 in "horseshoe bats stored in a freezer in Cambodia."

How Pfizer and Moderna Vaccines Work Without Causing Accidental Infections

11.23.2020 08:00 AM

If the experimental coronavirus vaccines win approval from the Food and Drug Administration, they will be the first-ever authorized vaccines that use mRNA.

Strategies to Reduce Indoor Spread of COVID-19 Revealed in Airflow Studies

11.22.2020 22:00 PM

New findings propose strategies for reducing risk according to a rigorous understanding of the manner infectious particles "mix with air in confined spaces."

Is It Safe To Eat In Restaurants During the Pandemic

11.19.2020 05:00 AM

Restaurants have already opened after months of lockdown, but is it really safe now to dine in those establishments with the pandemic still ongoing?

Climate Change Posturing a Greater Danger than the Pandemic, According to the Red Cross

11.18.2020 13:00 PM

The Red Cross warned that climate change and global warming posture a greater danger than the pandemic.

Buying Firearms During Pandemic Increases Risk of Suicide, Study

11.18.2020 07:00 AM

A new study shows that those who buy firearms during the pandemic are more likely to commit suicide than those who already own one.

Elbow Bumps Over Hugs: Here are Other Ways to Show Affection This Pandemic

11.16.2020 20:30 PM

Here are some ways to reduce the risk of spreading the virus, even without the traditional hugs and handshakes.

New Study Shows Pandemic Has Changed How Men Pee

11.14.2020 11:00 AM

A study suggests that nearly 70% of Japanese men changed the way they pee because of the pandemic. The COVID-19 pandemic has not only disrupted millions of lives, but it has also altered some social, cultural, and corporate norms, according to the South China Morning Post (SCMP).

Seasonal or Occasional Outbreaks - What Are the Possible Outcomes of the Current Pandemic?

11.12.2020 07:00 AM

To project the possible outcomes of the current pandemic, experts have looked back at historic pandemics.

What Drives People to Buy During China's Singles' Day Aside From Big Discounts?

11.10.2020 22:00 PM

China's Singles' Day on November 11 is the biggest 24-hour online shopping event. The biggest 24-hour online shopping event is happening on November 11, and China has a special name for it.

Pfizer's COVID-19 Vaccine Might Not Reach Local Pharmacies Due to Super-Cooling Concerns

11.10.2020 07:30 AM

The ultra-cold storage might prove to be the vaccine's biggest hurdle yet. Pfizer Inc and BioNTech SE face another dynamic problem as they are heading towards making safe and efficient COVID-19 vaccines.

Pandemic Reveals Realtime Effects of Obesity To The Body

11.09.2020 18:00 PM

Obesity does not only cause harm in the long run, but it also has real-time adverse effects on the body.

Researchers Assess Pre-Existing or Developed Tinnitus During the Pandemic

11.07.2020 06:00 AM

Tinnitus is typically a harmless symptom of ringing in the ears or hearing other phantom noises. Within months of the spread of coronavirus around the globe, international researchers have identified specific symptoms and their link to various conditions and diseases.

Election Day Anxiety? Here Are 5 Ways To Cope With Stress While Waiting For the Results

11.04.2020 21:30 PM

Humans do not like uncertainty, but the pandemic and waiting for election results have contributed to so much stress and anxiety among Americans.

Checklist for a Safe Holiday Road Trip During a Pandemic

11.02.2020 21:30 PM

Holidays are fast approaching, and it is better to stay safe and smart while on a road trip even when using your own car during this time of the pandemic.

Cruise Ships Allowed To Operate Again. Is It Safe?

11.02.2020 18:00 PM

The CDC had two new reports - one on new guidelines for cruise ships re-operating with passengers, while the other is an updated guideline for travelers booking a cruise voyage.

What Would It Be Like To Run a Race in a Time of Coronavirus Pandemic

10.30.2020 06:00 AM

With the pandemic still ongoing, some opted to have a virtual race. But of course, nothing beats the in-person race.