[ad_1] TOt the moment the top priority for most governments around the world is this: to fight COVID-19. But there are warnings that this focus could create an opportunity for other infectious diseases to spread, as planned vaccinations are suspended. More than 117 million children in 37 countries could miss …
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[ad_1] by Melinda Wenner Moyer While the world awaits a coronavirus vaccine, tens of thousands of people could die. But some scientists believe there could be a vaccine. Surprising new research in a specific area of immunology suggests that certain live vaccines that have been around for decades could possibly …
Read More »America must prepare for a 2-year crown battle: report
[ad_1] Washington, May 2 (IANS): As the United States struggles with the steady increase in coronavirus cases and deaths, a new study by the Minnesota-based Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy (CIDRAP) has said the ACOVID-19 virus can last from 18 to 24 months, especially since only 5 percent …
Read More »What is ‘Covid Toe’? Maybe a strange sign of coronavirus infection
[ad_1] Before the coronavirus outbreak, Dr. Lindy Fox, a dermatologist in San Francisco, used to treat four to five patients a year with chilblains, painful red or purple lesions that usually arise on the fingers and toes in the winter . In the past few weeks, she has seen dozens. …
Read More »Coronavirus: WHO defends response to coronavirus outbreak
[ad_1] Image copyright Reuters Screenshot The leader of the UN health agency (file photo) expressed concern for nations with vulnerable health systems. The World Health Organization says it “wasted no time” responding to the coronavirus after being criticized for its management of the outbreak. Her boss, Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, …
Read More »Countries must ease blockades slowly, be prepared for virus to roll back: WHO
[ad_1] GENEVA / LONDON (Reuters) – Countries should lift the blockades gradually, while remaining “vigilant” about COVID-19 and ready to re-establish restrictions if the virus recedes, the World Health Organization (WHO) said on Friday. A man affected by government measures against the spread of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) wears a face …
Read More »Given our limitations, India handled the COVID-19 situation in a very mature way: Dr. Harsh Vardhan
[ad_1] Written by Abantika Ghosh The | New Delhi | Posted: May 2, 2020 4:51:22 am Union Minister of Health Dr. Harsh Vardhan. (Twitter / @ drharshvardhan) The government says that India has fought COVID-19 in the best way. Are we counting our chicks too soon? No. Given our limitations, …
Read More »How masks and gowns cause skin injuries among doctors and nurses
[ad_1] By: Express News Service | Posted: May 2, 2020 1:44:10 am Among them, 42.8% experienced severe skin lesions related to PPE use, the study found. (Partha Paul express photo) The personal protective equipment (PPE) that medical professionals use when treating patients with COVID-19 (masks, goggles, face shields, and gowns) …
Read More »First drug known to work against SARS-CoV-2 photographed in action
[ad_1] Enlarge / / The RNA being copied is dark blue; the copy is in turquoise; the enzyme is pale green in color; and the drug is pink. Covid-19 Coverage See more stories Just this week, we had the first promising report of a drug that appears to improve the …
Read More »The spots and flashes in your vision may be due to this type of migraine.
[ad_1] Those who have migraines know how difficult it is to deal with the situation. The throbbing or pulsating sensation usually experienced on one side of the head can interfere with your daily activity. But not all kinds of migraines are accompanied by headaches. Sometimes it is painless and involves …
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