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LIVE COVID-19 Live Updates: Cases in India surge to 1,82,143 as death toll reaches 5,164

Posted By Jahnavi Sarma, May 31, 2020 at 05:48pm

Stay tuned to our live updates for all the latest news on the current global COVID-19 pandemic.
Another pandemic much worse than COVID-19 is lurking in chicken farms, warns a scientist

Posted By Longjam Dineshwori, May 31, 2020 at 11:21am

An apocalyptic virus from chicken farms could lead to a more dangerous pandemic than COVID-19 and wipe out half of the world's population, says a scientist.
Lack of ventilation ups risk of airborne transmission of COVID-19: Know what you can do about it

Posted By Jahnavi Sarma, May 30, 2020 at 11:30am

According to researchers, improved indoor ventilation is an important step that can be taken to reduce the risk of COVID-19 infection. Read on to know more.
Maintain social distancing of minimum 20 feet to be safe from COVID-19

Posted By Jahnavi Sarma, May 29, 2020 at 04:15pm

The current guideline of maintaining a 6 feet distance from the next person to avoid COVID-19 infection may no longer hold true. A new study says that 20 feet is the new minimum.
COVID 19 transmission: Don’t let this infection in through your eyes

Posted By Saswati Sarkar, May 28, 2020 at 06:17pm

No, we are not being fearmongers. Eyes can be a potential entry point for the novel coronavirus. Protect them amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19 in India: Over 6,000 cases reported every day, recovery rate rises to over 42 %

Posted By Longjam Dineshwori, May 28, 2020 at 04:12pm

As many as 67,691 people have recovered from the coronavirus disease so far, taking the recovery rate to 42.75 per cent, according to the Health Ministry.
Countries halt hydroxychloroquine trials as WHO raises safety concerns over its use in COVID-19 treatment

Posted By Jahnavi Sarma, May 28, 2020 at 03:39pm

After initial reports of the effectiveness of hydroxychloroquine in treating COVID-19, experts re waking up to the dangers of using this drug. Read on to know more.
Take extra precaution as placental damage from COVID-19 is a real risk for pregnant women

Posted By Jahnavi Sarma, May 28, 2020 at 01:44pm

A new study says that a new complication of COVID-19 may be abnormal blood flow between the mothers and their babies in utero. Read on to know more.
Can remdesivir be a COVID-19 game changer? Here’s all you need to know about this drug

Posted By Saswati Sarkar, May 27, 2020 at 04:07pm

New research suggests that antiviral drug remdesivir speeds up the recovery time of COVID-19 patients. Here's a low-down on this drug.
Faulty gene linked to dementia doubles the risk of severe COVID-19 complications

Posted By Jahnavi Sarma, May 27, 2020 at 01:08pm

According to a new study, having a faulty gene linked to dementia may double your risk of developing severe complications of COVID-19. Read on to know more.
Why WHO has suspended hydroxychloroquine clinical trial on COVID-19 patients

Posted By Longjam Dineshwori, May 26, 2020 at 02:47pm

WHO has implemented a temporary pause on its hydroxychloroquine trials. This world body will conduct a review of available data to evaluate the potential benefits and harms from this malaria drug.
A face mask that can kill the COVID-19 pathogen on contact: This may be a reality soon

Posted By Jahnavi Sarma, May 26, 2020 at 02:44pm

Face masks are a protective barrier that brings down your risk of COVID-19. Now a new study reveals that there may be a way to ensure that it can kills viruses on contact.
Daily hot bath can give you a stronger heart, finds research

Posted By Sanyukta Baijal, May 26, 2020 at 10:57am

Bathing with hot water daily can lower your risk of cardiovascular diseases,says a study. Read on to know the other health benefits of a warm bath.
Kangra Tea and other Ayurvedic herbs claimed to have properties to block COVID-19

Posted By Longjam Dineshwori, May 26, 2020 at 09:18am

The chemicals in Kangra tea may help boost immunity as well as block the COVID-19 virus activity better than the anti-HIV drugs say some experts.
COVID-19 vaccine: What’s the latest on this front?

Posted By Saswati Sarkar, May 25, 2020 at 03:00pm

As scientists race against time to find a vaccine against the COVID-19 infection, here are the latest updates that you need to know about immunization against this deadly infection.
ICMR revises guidelines for use of hydroxychloroquine: Study says the drug can increase death risk

Posted By Longjam Dineshwori, May 24, 2020 at 11:36am

By bringing in the new guidelines, the ICMR has expanded the use of hydroxychloroquine as a preventive treatment against COVID-19. Meanwhile, a global study has linked the anti-malaria drug with an increased risk of serious heart problems and death.
Viral thyroid disorder may be a new complication of COVID-19

Posted By Jahnavi Sarma, May 23, 2020 at 02:25pm

One peculiarity of COVID-19 is that it throws up new complications and symptoms on a regular basis. Now experts say it can lead to a viral thyroid disorder.
COVID-19 outbreak: Scientists develop replaceable filter to overcome shortage of N95 masks

Posted By Longjam Dineshwori, May 23, 2020 at 11:54am

Researchers from the King Abdullah University of Science and Technology, Saudi Arabia have developed a membrane that can be attached to a regular N95 mask and replaced when needed. They calim that their new filter is more efficient in blocking virus particles than the normal N95 masks. Read on to know more.
COVID-19: New risk factors that may increase your susceptibility to the disease identified

Posted By Jahnavi Sarma, May 23, 2020 at 11:10am

Scientists seeking to find answers as to why some people suffer severe complications and even death from COVID-19 have come up with additional factors that increase susceptibility.
COVID-19: Wearing a face mask is important but avoid it while working out

Posted By Jahnavi Sarma, May 22, 2020 at 04:24pm

Wearing a protective face mask if you want to avoid the COVID-19 virus. But this can have adverse effects on your health if you wear it while exercising.

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