The nations of the European Union launched a coordinated effort on Sunday to administer the COVID-19 vaccine to the most vulnerable among the bloc’s nearly 450 million inhabitants, marking a moment of hope in the continent’s battle against the worst crisis in public health in a century. Healthcare workers, the …
Read More »Rare, short-term allergic reactions to vaccines – health
Vaccines can sometimes cause allergic reactions, but they are usually rare and short-lived. British regulators are investigating reports of allergic reactions in two people who received the new Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine on Tuesday, the first day of a vaccination program. Meanwhile, they are telling people to skip the vaccine if …
Read More »UAE suspends visit visas for Pakistan, Turkey, Iran, and 9 other countries amid growing Covid-19 cases
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has temporarily suspended issuing new visas to visitors from Pakistan and 11 other countries until further notice. The Pakistani Foreign Ministry confirmed the news on Wednesday saying that the decision by the UAE authorities “is believed to be related to the second wave of COVID-19,” …
Read More »Coronavirus pandemic | 20% of Covid-19 patients only show gastrointestinal symptoms: study – health
Nearly one in five Covid-19 patients may only show gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhea, according to a review of studies. The findings suggest that abdominal radiologists must remain vigilant during the pandemic while imaging patients, the researchers said. Gastrointestinal symptoms associated with Covid-19 vary widely, but can …
Read More »Explained: Nobel Prize in Chemistry for gene editing scissors
Written by Amitabh Sinha | Pune | Updated: October 8, 2020 7:25:53 am First, the researchers artificially create a guide RNA, which helps guide the genetic scissors to the place in the genome where the cut will be made. To edit a gene, they specially design a small DNA template. …
Read More »Scientists create brilliant plants using fungal genes | biology
[ad_1] Emitting a mysterious green glow, they look like foliage from a retro computer game, but they’re actually light-emitting plants produced in a lab. The researchers say that the glowing vegetation could not only add an unusual dimension to home decor, but also open up a new way for scientists …
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