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What are the risk factors for severe COVID-19 or death?
Four aspects have emerged as risk factors for severe covid-19 or death in the UK
Pulmonary embolism and COVID-19
Researchers at Henry Ford Health System in Detroit say early diagnosis of a life-threatening blood clot in the lungs led to swifter treatment intervention in COVID-19 patients
Your brain needs to be ready to remember?
What happens in the hippocampus even before people attempt to form memories may impact whether they remember
What are the risk factors for severe COVID-19 or death?
Four aspects have emerged as risk factors for severe covid-19 or death in the UK
When COVID-19 meets flu season
Pulmonologist outlines factors that could determine severity of '20/'21 flu season
Burnout reported in health care workers during COVID-19
Overworked health care workers have become a problem around the world
Coronavirus: 54.8% of cases imported to Brazil by March 5 came from Italy
In contrast with China and other countries where the disease spread slowly, in Brazil more than 300 people started the epidemic; most were passengers flying in from Italy
Placentas from COVID-19-positive pregnant women show injury
The placentas from 16 women who tested positive for COVID-19 while pregnant showed evidence of injury
A replaceable, more efficient filter for N95 masks
A new, better alternative for protection has been created
There are 2 billion people at high risk for coronavirus
Many countries lack the resources to enact basic preventative measures against the virus
Study paints picture of marijuana use in pregnant women
The number of people who use the drug daily is on the rise. This trend also holds up in women who are pregnant, despite evidence that using it could harm their babies
New guidelines for treating the sickest COVID-19 patients
UH College of Medicine doctor says recommendations can prevent medical resource shortages
Multitasking in the workplace can lead to negative emotions
Study finds constant email interruptions create sadness and fear
Consuming extra calories can help exercising women avoid menstrual disorders
Increasing food intake could also prevent injuries in female athletes
Better-educated men = healthier women
According to a new study, the better educated the man, the healthier his partner
Coronavirus in children: it may not start with a cough
Children suffering from sickness and diarrhea, coupled with a fever or history of exposure to coronavirus, should be suspected of being infected with COVID-19
Vitamin D determines severity in COVID-19
Researchers from Trinity College Dublin are calling on the government in Ireland to change recommendations for vitamin D supplements [Monday 11th May 2020]
Global health innovators mobilize to help developing countries combat COVID-19
Innovators offer resources, ideas, affordable solutions for low-resource countries in need of pandemic essentials
Spiritual disciplines in times of quarantine
Here are some habits that will strengthen your spiritual life and your health in times of quarantine
New world's best practice for COVID 19 prevention and control
New recommendations for best practice for infection prevention and control in healthcare settings, to help stop the spread of COVID-19, have been developed
New evidence for optimizing malaria treatment in pregnant women
A new drug should be used to minimize the side effects pregnant women suffer from the usual treatment
Ayurveda and yoga for COVID-19 prevention
Those practices may help strengthen host immunity and provide an effective, accessible, and affordable means of prophylaxis of COVID-19 infection.
Trump and public demand for unproven COVID-19 therapies
Public figures need to be more responsible when speaking about COVID-19
Keep children from hospitals during crisis
Experts insist that chronic childhood conditions should be treated from home
Do you know these viruses that have no cure?
Although we are in the middle of the coronavirus quarantine, there are other viruses that still have no cure.
Are women using e-cigarettes during preconception and/or pregnancy?
A new study reveals worrying and surprising findings of women's use of e-cigarettes during pregnancy.
6 alternatives that can help you quit smoking in quarantine
Smokers face a higher risk of coronavirus. So we bring you some options to quit smoking during quarantine.
How to make the healthiest coffee during COVID-19 lockdown
We may all be drinking more coffee to help us survive the COVID-19 lockdown. Today scientists announce the healthiest way to make a brew.
New test for COVID-19 may deliver faster results to more people
Scientists have developed a novel assay capable of detecting the causative viral pathogen of COVID-19 that can be run in decentralized test facilities
Physical activity contributes to positive mental well-being in menopausal women
Exercise can reduce the negative mental effects of menopause.
Physical activities that you must practice in quarantine
For mental health and to avoid muscle atrophy, it is recommended to exercise these days.
COVID-19 possibly striking more children than expected
The number of children infected with the coronavirus is far more extensive than what is currently reported
Milk allergy guidelines may cause overdiagnosis in babies
Current medical guidelines for diagnosing cow's milk allergy in babies and young children may be linked to overdiagnosis of the condition
The benefits of consuming yerba mate
Yerba is part of the daily lives of millions of Latin Americans. Therefore, we decided to see what are the benefits of incorporating it into our lives.
Super-charging drug development for COVID-19
Researchers are ramping up production of a promising drug that has proven effective in obliterating SARS-CoV
Loss of smell and taste validated as COVID-19 symptoms
Study suggests clinicians should include sensory impairment as a standard screening measure
How to boost immune response to vaccines in older people
A new study reveals a way to make vaccines more effective for older people.
You don’t have to leave your home just because you’re getting older
You worked hard for your home – you’ve earned the right to stay there as long as you like. But as you age, safety becomes a consideration
The best five travel books you can read today
If you have an adventurous spirit, you can take advantage of the quarantine to catch up on various travel books. Join us to see the best
Female directors are quicker to recall dangerous medical products
Severe product problems that injure or kill consumers are recalled much faster when there are women on the board
What is the risk of getting a virus on an airplane?
Fair or not, airplanes have a reputation for germs. However, there are ways to minimize the risks.
COVID-19 linked to cardiac injury, worse outcomes for patients with heart conditions
The coronavirus can affect more deeply patients with underlying heart conditions
World-first tool to improve COVID-19 diagnosis, free and online
A crucial new diagnostic tool for COVID-19 is available right now.
Birth control options out of reach for many low-income women
Young, low-income women are less likely to use more effective methods of birth control like the pill
COVID-19 infection prevention and control in long-term care facilities
WHO realesed new guidelines for prevention and management of COVID-19 among elderly in long term care facilities
