People on steroids for chronic illness may be more at risk of COVID-19
People taking a type of corticosteroid may be more likely to contract the virus that is causing COVID-19 and may have worse symptoms if they do. An editorial of The…
False COVID-19 ‘cures’ abound as multiple drugs are being tested, including head lice drug Ivermectin
Researchers testing the head lice drug Ivermectin as a possible treatment for COVID-19 have seen promising results in lab studies. But the research is in its early stages and the…
Balancing screen time when the family is stuck at home
Nearly the whole country continues to “shelter in place,” which may mean an overload of screen time for everyone, especially children. Many parents are having to manage being a homeschool…
Duke, Rice University are innovating production of protective masks, ventilators
The once seemingly sci-fi promise of 3D printing has been a reality for some time now, and applications of the technology are leading to big advancements – and filling critical…
The truth about cleaning your phone with disinfectant wipes
If you think a toilet seat is the most disgusting thing out there, think again. State Food Safety warns that if you were to compare a toilet set, doorknob, and mobile…
Coronavirus symptoms: First signs of the illness may appear when you go to the toilet
Coronavirus has infected 41,903 Britons. Symptoms of the disease include a fever and a new, continuous cough. But what’s the first sign of the illness that may appear in the…
Type 2 diabetes symptoms: The coronavirus-like symptom to watch out for
Type 2 diabetes is a chronic condition whereby your pancreas cannot produce enough insulin to regulate blood sugar levels. High blood sugar levels can damage the vessels that supply blood…
Anterior insula activation restores prosocial behavior in animal model of opioid addiction
A new study in animals suggests that the social and interpersonal problems associated with opioid addiction might be reversible. Researchers in the Arizona State University Department of Psychology previously used…
Your DIY Fabric Face Mask Should Have Ear Loops And Be Washed Every Day
Today, President Trump is expected to announce new national guidelines pertaining to face masks, and whether or not the general public should wear them outside. Until now, the U.S. Centers…
Coronavirus warning – do you have achy joints? The sign you should never ignore
Coronavirus is an infectious disease which has been confirmed in more than one million individuals across the world. You could be at risk of COVID-19 if you develop aches and…