MEDICINE & HEALTH

Will COVID-19 End Scientific Breakthroughs?

TECH & INNOVATION 05.26.2020 17:40 PM

Before the coronavirus pandemic showed up unpredictably to disrupt the normal flow of our lives, the world of science and technology promised an exciting new world. Everyone in the modern world expected more spectacular innovations, one marvelous invention following another.Will Humanity Survive?

Thailand is Developing a More Affordable and Accessible Coronavirus Vaccine for Southeast Asian Neighbors

05.26.2020 13:51 PM

In developing vaccines, Thai scientists believe that it is not a money issue but its accessibility. Thai scientists are developing a coronavirus vaccine that is cost-effective and accessible to its neighboring countries in Southeast Asia.

China's Bat Woman Warns Coronavirus is Just the 'Tip of the Iceberg': More Virus Outbreaks From Wild Animals Possible

05.26.2020 10:17 AM

Shi Zhengli, a virologist who has extensive experience in studying bats and the viruses they carry, has a warning for people all over the world. China's 'bat woman' says what the world is currently experiencing is merely the 'tip of the iceberg'. Click the link above to find out more.

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

05.26.2020 05:13 AM

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

05.26.2020 04:41 AM

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.

Is it Wrong to Eat with Chopsticks? Coronavirus May Put an End to Traditional Chinese Eating

05.26.2020 02:19 AM

Government re-attempts to urge Chinese diners in using serving chopsticks, fearing the accelerated spread of coronavirus infection.

Scientists Discover New Sexual Hormone that Could Offer Better Fertility Treatments

05.25.2020 23:40 PM

Scientists have discovered new sex hormones in zebrafish. According to the researchers, the new study could shed light on providing better fertility treatments for humans in the future. Click the link above to read more.

WHO Stops Hydroxychloroquine Coronavirus Trials: How the 'Game Changer' Turned into Possible Danger

05.25.2020 22:12 PM

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.

American Scientists Found COVID-19 Patients Who Have Recovered and Re-acquired Coronavirus Would Most Likely Not Infect Others

05.25.2020 00:32 AM

From Oregon Health and Science University, scientists tested nine adult rhesus macaques with SARS-CoV-2 antibodies and evaluated re-exposure the following month. The study showed promising results in immunity.

Face Shields Could Reduce User's Viral Exposure by 96% but they also have Downsides

05.24.2020 23:10 PM

Face shields can be sterilized and cleaned easily, so they are reusable indefinitely until some component breaks or cracks, although they do not entirely replace the need for face masks.

Coronavirus Results in More Male Deaths, yet Affect Women with other Consequences

05.24.2020 23:07 PM

Statistics show that there are more male deaths from coronavirus. Yet, women are more affected due to domestic violence, gender inequality, and other threats to women's rights.

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

05.24.2020 23:05 PM

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

05.23.2020 04:44 AM

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.

Hiring Bosses Could Soon Use AI that Analyzes Applicant's Selfie to Identify Personality

05.23.2020 01:10 AM

A new study claims that a facial recognition technology can determine a person's personality type 58% of the time by analyzing an emotionless selfie submitted by volunteers. But it seems better at judging women than men.

‘Should Our Employees be Tested?’ Companies Weigh out Consequences of False Sense of Security

05.23.2020 00:51 AM

Companies such as Amazon, Walmart, small businesses, and other organizations weigh out the pros and cons of employee testing as they slowly reopen under updated government regulations.

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