Health

According to a new study, a Neanderthals transmitted a stretch of DNA linked to Covid-19 60,000 years ago. Scientists do not yet know why this particular segment increases the risk of severe coronavirus disease. But the new findings, which were published online Friday and have yet to be published in …

(Newser) – Florida reported a record number of coronavirus cases on Saturday, the latest sign that the virus is emerging in many parts of the U.S., making the July 4 celebrations pale, the AP reports. Officials and health authorities have warned people to take precautions or simply stay home on …

Not surprisingly, but the effects of the pandemic have reached a couple of MLB stars, with David Price choosing to opt out of this season, and Freddie Freeman dealing with a symptomatic case of COVID-19. Price announced his decision this afternoon: pic.twitter.com/eqQNi8FE29 – David Price (@ DAVIDprice24) July 4, 2020 …

While the coronavirus has halted large-scale live music events like summer music festivals and stadium tours, a UK race track is becoming the first “socially distanced dedicated venue”. The Virgin Money Unity Arena in Newcastle, England, will modify the city’s racecourse to accommodate 500 observation decks, with a maximum of …

An analysis found that over 40% of CDFI’s loans and investments are in majority and minority communities. LeoPatrizi Consumers can lobby for racial justice, and it’s as simple as opening an account at a community bank or credit union that supports communities that don’t receive services. Netflix recently announced that …