Convalescent Plasma Donation Fights Conflict With 40-Year Restriction on Blood Donation

MEDICINE & HEALTH 08.22.2020 08:40 AM

The call for convalescent plasma donation to possibly treat COVID-19 comes into focus on what others call a discriminatory blood and plasma donation practices. A federal restriction four decades ago has prevented people with HIV to donate blood or plasma.

Risks and Considerations in Choosing Child Care Services This COVID-19 Pandemic

08.21.2020 12:05 PM

Even before the pandemic, parents were already having a hard time choosing the best child care for their kids. Now with the ongoing pandemic, it has become harder as it is no longer a matter of logistics or finances but also taking the risk of getting infected with COVID-19 into consideration.

COVID-19: Autopsies Reveal Blood Clots in Kidneys, Lung Injuries

08.21.2020 08:40 AM

A new post-mortem study from British researchers reveals that patients who died from COVID-19 experienced lung injuries and signs of blood clots in major organs.

Real Vs. Fake: How to Avoid Fraudulent COVID-19 Contact Tracing Calls

08.20.2020 13:03 PM

Beware of scammers. Real or legitimate contact tracers will never ask you to pay or ask for your financial information or your social security number. Here are tips to avoid being a victim of fraudulent calls of COVID-19 contact tracers.

Experts Warn Oleander Plant NOT a COVID-19 Cure

08.20.2020 03:47 AM

In the search for the cure for COVID-19, scientists have come across medicinal plants and thought oleandrin, the chemical from the Nerium oleander plant, is the solution for the pandemic. However, studies show that this chemical is a deadly toxin responsible for accidental poisoning across the globe. Using oleandrin as an active ingredient for COVID-19 may cause more harm than a cure.

Israel Reports West Nile Virus-Infected Mosquitos

08.19.2020 23:10 PM

Israel's health authorities confirmed the first cases of mosquitos carrying the West Nile Fever which is typical for the next few months. With the Covid-19 pandemic ongoing, patients are to take extra precautions against mosquito bites.

We Are Nowhere Near COVID-19 Herd Immunity, WHO Warns

08.19.2020 06:20 AM

The World Health Organization (WHO) warns that the world is nowhere near attaining herd immunity against the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19).

FDA's List of Toxic Hand Sanitizers Grows as Methanol Contamination Continues

08.18.2020 05:01 AM

Another troubling trend is on the rise as many people are drinking alcohol, thinking it could help fight COVID-19 and get the feeling of alcohol high. The FDA continues to warn people against using methanol-based hand sanitizers since methanol is not an advisable ingredient for a hand sanitizer.

COVID Update: New Zealand Reports 13 New Cases, Total Now 69

08.16.2020 06:00 AM

Shortly after the re-emergence of COVID-19 in New Zealand, local health authorities reported 13 new cases of the highly contagious disease - 12 also in the town of Auckland and a returning traveler now in quarantine.

COVID-19 Traced to Chinese Miners Back in 2012, According to a New Report

08.16.2020 06:00 AM

The coronavirus disease 2019, or COVID-19, might actually be older - with the disease originating not at a Wuhan wet market last year, but from a mine shaft back in 2012 - according to a new study.

Frozen Foods: Do They Help Spread COVID-19?

08.14.2020 08:11 AM

New Zealand and China suspected that their new cases of coronavirus may have come from imported frozen foods. But do these goods really help spread coronavirus? Here's what experts have to say.

COVID-19 in New York More Lethal Than the Flu Outbreak in 1918

08.13.2020 23:20 PM

Researchers said that COVID-19 is deadlier in New York for the first two months than the flu outtbreak in 1918 during the same period.

AeroNabs: A Novel Protection Against COVID

08.12.2020 08:20 AM

A new synthetic and inhalable substance is the next promising cure against COVID-19, reported in the latest bioRxiv Tuesday, August 11.

Traces of Lung Damage Found in Asymptomatic People

08.11.2020 23:47 PM

Researchers know very little about how coronavirus affects those who are asymptomatic. Lung and heart CT scans have revealed traces of inflammation.

To Change Coronavirus Behaviors, Think Like a Marketer

08.11.2020 15:00 PM

COVID-19 has been a humbling experience. From a frayed pandemic early-warning system to a shortage of personal protective equipment for front-line workers, public health experts have been playing catch up.

Coronavirus Reemerges in New Zealand, Ending Its 102-Day Streak

08.11.2020 09:30 AM

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced on Tuesday, August 11, that authorities have found four new coronavirus cases, ending the country's 102-day streak of stamping the virus out.

WATCH: Simple Experiment Reveals the Best Face Mask Against Droplets

08.10.2020 08:00 AM

In the search for the best face mask to shield you against droplets, there is a simple test according to a new proof-of-concept devised by scientists.

New Zealand Has Completed 100 Days Free From Coronavirus

08.09.2020 06:20 AM

New Zealand achieves 100 days without any recorded community transmission cases of COVID-19 on Sunday, August 9.

COVID-19 Long-Haulers May Be Suffering from Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

08.08.2020 07:30 AM

Experts worry that many long-haulers may be diagnosed with chronic fatigue syndrome. Researchers are collaborating to keep track of COVID-19 patients and to understand the conditions post the viral disease.

COVID 19: Pfizer Teams up With Gilead to Manufacture Remdesivir

08.07.2020 22:16 PM

Pharmaceutical giant Pfizer has signed a multi-year deal with Gilead Sciences Inc., to boost the production of its investigational antiviral remdesivir, a potential drug against COVID-19.

Innnovators Develop Airborne Disinfection Technique Using Food Coloring

08.06.2020 09:30 AM

Purdue University innovators have made a new airborne disinfectant using food coloring dyes both for the individuals and facilities.