Quarantine Lifted: 5 Steps to Remain Healthy and Safe from COVID-19
It’s hard to imagine that one day we might all get some kind of normalcy…
Month: June 2020
Covid-19: Frontline doctors continue PPE fight
bmj;369/jun02_15/m2188/FAF1faFrank Augstein/AP/ShutterstockAs the UK—including the prime minister—clapped for carers, doctors held a silent protest outside…
Blood markers predict Humboldt penguin nest type, reproductive success
Researchers looked at metabolic markers in the blood of 30 Humboldt penguins nesting in the…
Climate change could dramatically reduce future US snowstorms
A new study suggests American winters late this century could experience significant decreases in the…
Opinion: It’s time to bring generic drug manufacturing back to the U.S.
In a hearing Tuesday afternoon on Capitol Hill, policymakers will consider repatriating America’s drug supply…
COVID-19 drug development could benefit from approach used against flu
A new study has found that some antivirals are useful for more than helping sick…
These flexible feet help robots walk faster
Roboticists have developed flexible feet that can help robots walk up to 40 percent faster…
Latest climate models show more intense droughts to come
An analysis of new climate model projections shows southwestern Australia and parts of southern Australia…
Pre-COVID-19 poll of older adults hints at potential impact of pandemic on eating habits
Few shopped for groceries online, and self-rating of healthy eating was higher among those who…
A better model for neutrophil-related diseases
Neutrophils are critical immune cells for antimicrobial defense, but they can exacerbate a number of…
Bees grooming each other can boost colony immunity
Honeybees that specialise in grooming their nestmates (allogroomers) to ward off pests play a central…
Good night? Satellite data uncovers dolphins on the move at nighttime
More than 1,000 bottlenose dolphins live in Florida’s Indian River Lagoon year-round. Although extensively studied,…
An important new tool for developing COVID-19 treatments, vaccines
Scientists have a new resource to help them better understand COVID-19 as they develop treatments…
Gene found that causes eyes to wither in cavefish
In a new study led by University of Maryland researchers, scientists discovered a gene that…
Tiger snakes tell more about local wetlands’ pollution levels
Tiger snakes living in Perth’s urban wetlands are accumulating toxic heavy metals in their livers,…
Johnson and Johnson pays hundreds of women in Scotland harmed by mesh implants
The pharmaceutical giant Johnson and Johnson has agreed to pay an undisclosed sum to settle…
Some people are easily addicted to drugs, but others are not
Researchers have discovered that dopamine D2 receptors (DRD2s) in cholinergic interneurons (ChINs) play a crucial…
Large simulation finds new origin of supermassive black holes
Computer simulations conducted by astrophysicists have revealed a new theory for the origin of supermassive…
Evidence supports physical distancing, masks, and eye protection to help prevent COVID-19
The systematic review was conducted by a large, international collaborative of researchers, front-line and specialist…
STAT Plus: Pharmalittle: Stressed Americans cause a shortage of an antidepressant; Dems attack GOP candidates over malaria drug
Rise and shine, another busy day is on the way. And it feels particularly busy….
Covid-19: 146 researchers raise concerns over chloroquine study that halted WHO trial
A group of international researchers has raised methodological and data integrity concerns about a recent…
Covid-19: Easing lockdown could risk second spike, say public health doctors
Public health experts have added their voice to growing calls for the government to reverse…
Harry John Espiner: medical innovator who invented the Espiner bag
Harry Espiner was a distinguished surgeon, researcher, lecturer, and medical innovator who also designed equipment…
STAT Plus: Pfizer to invest up to $500M in public companies with drugs in the clinic
Pfizer, the world’s largest drug company, is going to try its hand at picking biotech…
Covid-19: GPs angry they were not told about changes to shielding advice
The government’s sudden decision to relax its advice for patients who are most at risk…
How mental health services are adapting to provide care in the pandemic
As the NHS rapidly ramped up critical care capacity to deal with the surge of…
High-Protein Diet Pros And Cons
High-protein diets have been found to be helpful in promoting weight loss and bringing other…
Study Finds Video Games Lead To Less Exercise And Poor Health Among College Men
A new study has found that college-aged men who play a lot of video games…
Chief coroner’s guidance on covid-19 deaths: workers outside the NHS are also vulnerable to risk
The BMJ rightly questioned the decision that coroners need not investigate NHS England personal protective…
Covid-19 and ethnicity: it’s too early to point to healthcare provider attitudes as a cause of poorer outcomes
I was perturbed to read Partha Kar’s article in which he postulates that the poorer…
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Helen Salisbury: Testing times for GPs
Patients often turn to their GP for advice on how to stay safe in this…
Ronald Marks
bmj;369/jun02_4/m1655/FAF1faEvery Saturday morning in Cardiff, Ronald Marks (“Ronnie”) led a personal ward round, and a…
Investing in the health of girls and women: a best buy for sustainable development
Investments in health are known to generate large social and economic benefits, in addition to…
What To Do When You Find A Baby Animal Alone In The Wild
Found a baby animal in the forest? Don’t kidnap them, as per a state’s fish…
Researchers Find Oldest Land Animal Ever Discovered
Recently, a team of scientists recently found the oldest land animal that has ever been…
Opinion: Covid-19 has exposed cracks in the global medicines supply chain. We need to fix them
The Covid-19 pandemic has upended the normal ways of doing everything from going to school…
Opinion: Optimism, not evidence, is driving America’s return-to-work strategy
Consensus seems to be emerging that businesses can safely reopen by checking the temperatures of…
Debate over hydroxychloroquine spills over from the White House to congressional campaigns
WASHINGTON — Five months ahead of the general election, Democrats are escalating their attacks against…
Easy But Effective Workout And Diet Weight Loss Tips For Men
Looking for a way to keep up with the summer and lose some weight yourself?…
How You Can Get Free Coronavirus Antibody Testing By Donating Blood
Amid a critical blood shortage, one of the country’s largest blood services is now looking…
Tips To Prevent Foggy Glasses While Wearing Face Masks Amid Pandemic
These expert-approved tips should help prevent your glasses from fogging while wearing face masks amid…
Opinion: My nightmare: Covid-19 meets racism meets the killing of a Black American by police
This is my nightmare: Covid-19 meets racism meets the killing of yet another Black person…
Many People Eating Healthier, Wasting Less Food Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
According to the results of a recent survey, more and more people are eating healthier…
How Sewage Could Help Stop The Spread Of Coronavirus
According to scientists, brown rivers of dirt that gush into Germany’s sewage treatment plants may…
Colorado Records No New Coronavirus Deaths But Expects Bigger Second Wave
Colorado is showing decline in numbers but a bigger second spike in COVID-19 cases may…
Top 5 Vitamins You Should Be Getting More Of During Coronavirus Pandemic
Here are the top 5 dietitian-approved vitamins that you should be getting more of during…
Pierce County Prepares To Reopen Businesses As Plans For Phase 2 Move Forward
Pierce County is hoping to move to Phase 2 of Gov. Inslee’s Safe Start plan…
Congo Witnesses Second Ebola Outbreak Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
Congo is now dealing with a second Ebola outbreak, adding to the COVID-19 problems they…
High prenatal choline levels may mitigate negative effects of COVID-19 on newborns – News-Medical.Net
High prenatal choline levels may mitigate negative effects of COVID-19 on newborns News-Medical.Net Read Original Article:…
Pregnant in a pandemic? If you’re stressed, there’s help – The Conversation AU
Pregnant in a pandemic? If you’re stressed, there’s help The Conversation AU Read Original Article: Pregnant…