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Aston Villa vs Liverpool hit by COVID-19 crisis, youth players to the rescue
If the FA Cup fixture pushes through, Aston Villa's first team squad won't be available due to numerous COVID-19 cases.
COVID-19 recovered patients may enjoy immunity for up to eight months, study suggests
The study found that memory B cells, those responsible for creating a blueprint on how to fight the virus, were much higher at eight months after recovery.
Woman with COVID-19 dies after giving birth to sixth child
The 30-year-old California mom left behind six young children, with her eldest only 11 years old.
Dentists receive green light to administer COVID-19 vaccines
Dentists in California may administer COVID-19 vaccines only on patients who are 16 years old and above.
Mom in COVID-19 coma wakes up a day before family set to pull the plug
A 49-year-old mom from Georgia battling coronavirus woke up one day before her family was set to make a decision to take her off life support.
COVID-19: Nose picking proves more dangerous than merely being a bad habit
Nose picking can create tiny cuts in the nasal cavity and bring contact into the capillary bed, which can become the conduit for viral particle infection.
Parosmia: Many coronavirus long-haulers stuck with strange, fishy smell
Many long-haulers reportedly experience a distorted sense of smell, catching fishy, sulphuric odours.
Neymar Jr. under fire for week-long New Year party in Brazil
Contrary to earlier reports, Neymar's shindig is believed to have only 150 guests and not 500.
Baby boom in 2021, an offshoot of coronavirus pandemic
A number of doctors in New York say that many women started to resume fertility treatments that were put on hold at the start of the pandemic.
US Coronavirus situation expected to be 'nightmarish' by January
Dr Anthony Fauci, U.S. infectious disease specialist said having 200,000 new cases a day with approximately 2,000 deaths per day is already a critical point.
Pastor loses both parents to coronavirus after he openly flouts COVID-19 restrictions
Dunn stated that he was operating on bad information, pointing to the early days of the pandemic when coronavirus cases were low.
WHO says new coronavirus mutation more infectious, but believes vaccine can still take care of it
WHO revealed that the new coronavirus strain that appeared in the UK seems to be more infectious than the prevailing strain.
US records highest yearly death toll in 2020 reaching past 3 million
Experts predict that the final 2020 tally would be 400,000 more than the total number of deaths in 2019.
New COVID-19 variant now plaguing South Africans
This new variant is labeled as 501.V2 and it is said to be dominant among new infections.
Winter heating may pose a danger to life and limb; learn how to keep your family safe
Heating sources can become electrical hazards as well as fire dangers, and becoming aware of such risks can keep the family safe.
United Airlines gets slammed after COVID-19 positive passenger dies onboard
The man was seen shaking and sweating and seemed to have had difficulty breathing even before the plane took off.
Twenty percent of US prisoners tested positive for COVID-19; more than 1,700 have already died
In the Lansing Correctional Facility in Kansas, there were about 5,100 prisoners who contracted the virus.
COVID-19 positive groom knowingly infects wedding photographer
The photographer had to take time off work and also isolated away from her children to ensure that they would not contract the virus.
Debunked COVID-19 myths still spreading false information online
The vast reach of the internet has allowed coronavirus myths to survive and many are still being accessed by unsuspecting users.
Do you still need a vaccine even if you survived COVID-19? Expert weighs in
The protection from a vaccine may be more lasting than what one gets from being infected naturally.
Chinese aviation authority recommends wearing of disposable nappies for cabin crew during flights
The recommended hygiene practice was based on the case of a woman travelling from Italy to South Korea who contracted the coronavirus during her trip, and a visit to the bathroom
Two UK health workers suffer allergic reaction after receiving Pfizer coronavirus vaccine
Those who are due to receive the vaccine must relay their allergies to health care professionals who would be administering the vaccine.
WHO says what? You must not hug loved ones this holiday season
A WHO official stated that the epidemic is widespread and it is shocking to see it in a country with a wonderful and strong health system.
Scarves should not be used in place of face masks, health officials warn
If cloth masks are to be used, they must be non-valved multilayer cloth masks, in order to prevent the transmission of coronavirus.
WHO says vaccine will not end Covid-19, advises continuous mask-wearing
Full immunity against the virus could only develop in a week or up to 10 days after one gets the second dose of the vaccine.
Comedian Joe Luna dies at 38 after documenting his COVID-19 battle
Joe Luna, known professionally by the name Joe El Cholo, passed away on November 23.
COVID-19 may cause severe lung damage leading to lung transplant
COVID-19 patients who had irreversible lung damage had KRT17 epithelial cells in lung tissue, the same found in those suffering from a deadly lung disease.
UV disinfection lamps may kill viruses but could potentially injure the eyes
During the pandemic, more patients have been complaining about pain, irritation, and sensitivity to light after they were exposed to UV germicidal lamps.
WHO wants you to exercise; agency releases new physical activity guidelines
Adults must engage in 150 to 300 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity every week, or 75 to 150 minutes of vigorous-intensity aerobic exercises.
What are the coronavirus symptoms in children that can be predictive of positive COVID-19 result?
Three of the most predictive symptoms of coronavirus in children are loss of taste or smell, upset stomach, fever, and a headache.