In a new study, researchers found that almost 5% of COVID-19 patients discharged from emergency rooms upon initial presentation were
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5 new scientific advances that offer hope against COVID-19
In this installment of our Hope Behind the Headlines series, we look at the latest scientific advances that offer hope
Continue reading »Editorial highlights flaws in reporting COVID-19 research
An editorial in a leading medical journal criticizes governments, academic institutions, and the media for failing to communicate the limitations
Continue reading »COVID-19: Cancer drug may quench inflammation in severely ill patients
An international clinical trial has been launched after a cancer drug that targets the root cause of extreme inflammation showed
Continue reading »COVID-19: Hand sanitizers inactivate novel coronavirus, study finds
Tests have confirmed that two hand sanitizer formulations recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO) inactivate the virus that causes
Continue reading »Could an antiparasitic drug kill off SARS-CoV-2 within 2 days?
A new study in cell cultures suggests that ivermectin, an existing antiparasitic drug, is able to eliminate SARS-CoV-2 within 48
Continue reading »Expert tips on coping with stress and anxiety during a pandemic
As part of the global response to the pandemic, the citizens of many countries are having to stay at home.
Continue reading »COVID-19: Occupational groups that are at high risk
A new editorial takes an in-depth look at the occupational groups with a high risk of COVID-19, including some of
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