Yearly Archives: 2020

Scientists estimate the speed and distance of coronavirus transmission when people cough, sneeze, speak, and run

There are many scientists who know, and many who do not. In “Coughs and Sneezes: Their Role in Transmission of Viral Respiratory Infections, Including SARS-CoV-2,” published Tuesday, the researchers describe the various types and sizes of virus-containing drops present in sneezes and coughs, and how some medical procedures and devices …

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The secrets of the bright night clouds | land

I woke up at 3:30 am to a very bright sky that shone through the shadows. I got up to have a look and was surprised to find noctilucent clouds. I live in Bend Oregon and since I have lived here (18 years) I have seen this only twice more. …

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Our smart ring users found coronavirus detection

When the NBA travels to the Orlando bubble to resume its season, the league provides players and staff with a smart ring that can help forecast the coronavirus. But the Oura health tracker ring was not originally intended to detect coronaviruses and it happened almost by surprise, the company’s CEO …

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