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Moderna COVID-19 vaccine enters final stage trial this month

The upcoming trial will recruit 30,000 participants in the US, with half to receive 100 mg dose, and the other half to receive a placebo.

Jul 15, 2020

By Issam Ahmed

Millions worldwide back in virus confinement, but hope on US vaccine

Moderna is considered to be in a leading position in the race to find a vaccine against the coronavirus.

Jul 15, 2020

By Issam Ahmed

Florida

The Ultimate 2020 Guide for Seniors Using CBD For the First Time

Right now, 14 percent of American adults use cannabidiol (CBD). Only 8 percent of adults over the age of 65 are currently using CBD. According to the same poll, 49 percent of adults over the age of 65 are unfamiliar with CBD oil and other CBD products.

Jul 14, 2020

By Staff Reporter

Human papillomavirus infection linked to prostate cancer

HPV vaccine given to school boys may prevent future prostate cancer

Jul 14, 2020

By Nina Siena

Cancer

Four mysterious objects like 'ring-shaped islands' detected lurking in deep space

The four objects were discovered when astronomers were mapping the night sky as part of an EMU survey.

Jul 14, 2020

By Jaskiran Kaur

Health officials speculate around 40% of COVID-19 infections are asymptomatic

The number of asymptomatic subjects appears to have grown from the ones listed in April and May, which was 25 and 35 percent, respectively.

Jul 14, 2020

By John Diente

NASA enlists SETI for planet protection from extra-terrestrials

NASA will be assisted by SETI Institute to implement measures in compliance with planetary protection standards during exploration missions.

Jul 14, 2020

By Jaskiran Kaur

NASA

Study shows SARS-CoV-2 could possibly affect the heart and other major organs

The British Heart Foundation confirms that their findings suggest COVID-19 causes abnormal changes to the vital organ.

Jul 14, 2020

By John Diente

COVID-19 lockdowns: Psychiatrists caution against mental health issues among youth

It was noted that it is likely for youths to have fears about certain aspects of their future such as those related to finances and employment.

Jul 14, 2020

By John Diente

UAE to make history with launch of Mars probe

It will loop the planet for a whole Martian year -- 687 days.

Jul 14, 2020

By Dana Moukhallati with Miwa Suzuki in Tokyo

Dubai United Arab Emirates NASA

COVID-19 study show possible inflammatory neurological condition

Debate continues among experts regarding SARS-CoV-2 transmission via aerosol

Although the WHO acknowledged the possibility that SARS-CoV-2 can be transmitted in aerosol, it requires definitive proof before it reviews safety protocols.

Jul 13, 2020

By John Diente