MEDICINE & HEALTH

Recovered Patients in China Shows Low Antibody Levels Raises Question on High Reinfection Risk

Scientists Raised Question on Coronavirus Reinfectiion Risk as Recovered Patients Show Surprisingly Low Antibody Levels

MEDICINE & HEALTH 04.08.2020 03:35 AM

Researchers found low antibody levels in one-third of recently recovered patients in China which could mean they have a higher risk of reinfection.

Fake McDonald’s for Autistic Son: Lockdown Won’t Stop Mom From Giving Son Favorite Fast Food

04.08.2020 03:30 AM

Isn't everyone just craving for their favorite fast food right now? Despite the lockdown due to coronavirus, a mom from Leeds cleverly thought of a way to give her autistic son his favorite meal from Mcdonald's. Read on to find out how.

Teen Allegedly Committed Suicide After Feeling 'Isolated' Amid Coronavirus Lockdown

04.08.2020 00:43 AM

Due to the coronavirus lockdown, many of us are now stuck at home. Is it taking a toll on your mental health? The lockdown has recently been linked to a few cases of suicide. Click to find out how a 15-year old boy was found dead at his home in South Wales 5 days after UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson enforced the lockdown.

COVID-19 Patients are More Likely to Die in US County with Higher Levels of Air Pollution

COVID-19 Patients are More Likely to Die in US Counties with Higher Levels of Air Pollution

04.08.2020 00:38 AM

New research suggests that coronavirus patients that live in areas in United States with higher levels of air pollution are more likely to die from the infection.

Breakthrough: Coronavirus Victims' Blood Help Patients Come Off Ventilator In Just Two Days!

04.07.2020 22:17 PM

In a remarkable breakthrough, researchers found out that antibodies of people who recovered from coronavirus revealed to help patients to recover quickly.

How is PCR Technology Used in Medicine Today?

04.07.2020 12:12 PM

If molecular biology is so advanced today, it is in great part due to Kary Mullis Nobel prize-winning polymerase chain reaction (PCR) technology discovered in the 80'. Almost 30 years later, PCR is the most commonly used method to amplify specific sequences of DNA (and sometimes RNA) for various purposes, in particular to identify a variety of cancers.

Adolescents Smoking Mods will Smoke 6x More Cigarettes Later On: Study

04.07.2020 08:34 AM

A study in the April 2020 Pediatrics found that adolescents using modifiable e-cigarette devices, called mods, will smoke a higher number of cigarettes later on in life. This study was done in comparison to those who smoked pen-like e-cigarettes. Research suggests that depending on which vaping devices the adolescent uses, they may end up smoking far more in the future.

JK Rowling Shares Video of Breathing Technique: Key to Recovery From Coronavirus

04.07.2020 01:07 AM

JK Rowling shared a video on how to do proper breathing techniques for those afflicted with COVID-19. She claims to have been stricken with the virus, and the breathing techniques coached her back into full recovery. The video is of Dr. Sarfaraz Munshi, who works at Queen's Hospital in London. Since the disease targets the respiratory system, Munshi cautioned patients to stop lying on their back, as it restricts breathing.

Heart Damages on Covid-19 Patients Leave Scientists Mystified

04.07.2020 00:34 AM

Cardiac experts believe that COVID-19 patients are also developing heart problems and are dying of cardiac arrest.

Scientists Show How To Make A DIY Mask That is 80-90% As Effective As Surgical Mask

04.06.2020 23:17 PM

We are left with the truth. Face Masks are running out, and there is not enough for everyone. Many people resort to making their own, and scientists in Hong Kong approve of this. According to them, DIY masks can provide almost the same protection as a surgical mask can.

Scientists say More Viruses Are Coming: Massive deforestation Allows Infectious Diseases to Emerge at a Faster Pace

Scientists Say More Viruses Are Coming: Thanks to Massive Deforestation Fueling Infectious Diseases

04.06.2020 22:42 PM

Experts say that the results of massive deforestation and expansion of farmlands are one of the factors that cause infectious diseases to emerge in human populations at a faster pace.

Tiktok Video: Surgeon Explains Why Wearing Gloves Won't Protect From Coronavirus

04.06.2020 20:24 PM

Dr. Karan Raj shared a video on TikTok to explain why people should refrain from wearing gloves in public. All the while thinking it is protecting us, it could also be the reason for the contamination and spread of germs. He argues that germs will only accumulate on whatever the gloves touch, which is why it would be better to hand regularly wash to eliminate the bacteria on your hands.

Most Forgotten Household Items that are breeding grounds for germs

Here Are The Most Forgotten Household Items That Can Be Germ Breeding Spots: Clean Them Now

04.06.2020 18:52 PM

In the time of coronavirus, people should be mindful of the household items they use every day. They can potentially turn into germ breeding spots if not given enough attention. There is no better timing to do a general house cleaning other than when everyone is at home on quarantine.

Eye Pain: Possible COVID-19 Symptom as Suggested by Google Searches

Eye Pain: Possible COVID-19 Symptom as Suggested by Spike in Google Searches

04.06.2020 18:48 PM

Data scientists suggest that Google search trends can be indicative of COVID-19 symptoms. According to Seth Stephens-Davidowitz, the number of Google searches on "loss of smell" and "eye pain" were at par with the number of existing coronavirus cases.

Bored people Are More likely to Donate Blood and Do Other Meaningful Tasks, Study Shows

04.06.2020 10:09 AM

Boredom can be good for people as it increases positive acts and engages in meaningful activities. (Photo : Pixabay)Photo of a bored man If the lockdowns and community quarantine are making you bored because you cannot do the usual things you do, then do not despair, for boredom could be good for you, according to a study.