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Anxiety among young people increased sharply during coronavirus lockdown
Those who already had pre-existing mental health conditions, living alone, and self-isolating also showed higher anxiety levels.
Coronavirus mutations not proven to increase transmissibility in humans, study says
Researchers found that the human immune system was the one that mostly induced the mutation of the SARS-CoV-2 virus.
Coronavirus woes: Hearing problems become more obvious when people wear masks
The coping mechanism of those with hearing impairments, which is to stand close to a person, has been eliminated because of physical distancing.
Prince William congratulates Oxford researchers on COVID-19 vaccine
The Duke of Cambridge had tested positive for the novel coronavirus in April, but his diagnosis wasn't revealed until a few weeks ago.
COVID-19: Questions raised as CDC considers bringing quarantine down to just 1 week
As new data emerges about the virus, the CDC announces changes to protocol as it deems appropriate.
Doctors reveal link between COVID-19, seizures and epilepsy
Doctors emphasised that patients must be mindful of increased stress levels and shortage in medication, as it could give rise to an epileptic seizure.
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade 'reimagined' amid COVID-19 crisis; celebs still in attendance
This year's Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade kicks off at 9 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 26.
How to reduce coronavirus risk: Scientists weigh in on best way to prevent COVID-19 infection
Using the model "event R," scientists found that physical distancing is still the universally effective way of reducing the spread of COVID-19.
Costly yet ineffective? CDC says COVID-19 airport screening hardly detects asymptomatic carriers
Passenger-entry screening at airports are resource-intensive yet have a low yield of laboratory-diagnosed cases of coronavirus.
Free flu vaccine to be offered to over 50s beginning December 1
England's deputy chief medical officer, Prof Jonathan Van-Tam has called on those eligible for the flu vaccine to book their appointments at the soonest possible time.
Liverpool star Mo Salah tests positive for Covid-19 again
The Egyptian striker has returned his second positive test after contracting the disease in his home country.
FDA authorises Covid-19 self-testing kits at home that gives results in 30 minutes
This kit is one of the firsts that could be fully self-administered at home, with results provided without necessitating sending the results to the lab.
Facebook warning: Selling of pets is illegal on the platform
Facebook reiterated its guidelines stating that selling of animals between private individuals is strictly prohibited
Mouthwash could kill coronavirus in matter of 30 seconds, new study indicates
The researchers conducted the tests at the university laboratory, mimicking the conditions of an individual's oropharynx passage.
DoorDash considering going public amid increasing demand for delivery services
Others found the timing of DoorDash's announcement interesting given that it was made a week after Proposition 22 was passed.
Jeremih reportedly in ICU due to Covid-19; fellow musicians send well-wishes
Jeremiah has been reportedly put on a breathing ventilator within the ICU, as his condition has recently gotten worse.
COVID-19: Experts attempt to predict spread of SARS-CoV-2 via smartphone location data
It will gather data from approximately 98 million Americans that reside in 10 major cities to analyse which areas are prone to another outbreak.
NBA News: Toronto Raptors may be banned from crossing the US-Canada border to play games
The US-Canada border is closed for non-essential travel, and those who do cross the border are subject to a 14-day quarantine.
NBA Covid response: Golden State Warriors submit proposal to open arena to fans
The Warriors have set aside 30 million dollars (22.750 million GBP) to test every fan.
Liverpool star Mohamed Salah tests positive for Covid-19
Apart from missing matches during the international break, Salah is also expected to miss at least two of Liverpool's upcoming matches.
Coronavirus warning: Disease can impact male fertility, study says
Despite testing negative for COVID-19, it was only through the testes biopsy that it was discovered that the virus was in the man's testes.
Coronavirus effects: Patients exhibit mental health issues post COVID-19
More than a century has passed from the time the world dealt with the influenza pandemic, which also resulted in an increased rate of psychiatric issues.
Devastating bacon shortage looms in wake of Denmark travel ban
With 25 percent of pork products being sold in the UK coming from Denmark, an extended travel ban could have many breakfast plates lacking a major staple on the table.
Who is Vivek Murthy? Biden selects fired surgeon general to head coronavirus task force
Biden is set to take his first step forward in the fight against COVID-19 pandemic with the announcement of a 12-member coronavirus taskforce on Monday.
More virus complications: Patients reveal Covid-19 made their tinnitus worse
Some participants revealed that they initially did not have tinnitus, but they first experienced COVID-19 symptoms before they felt the ear symptom.
Covid-19 update: Unanswered questions about safety protocols for upcoming NBA season
Arenas are to be filled only to 25-50% of capacity, and all court-side seats will remain unfilled.
Real Madrid players Eden Hazard and Casemiro test positive for COVID-19
Eder Militao also tested positive for the coronavirus last week.
Lily James breaks another virus rule as she joins Dominic Cooper for dinner
This marks Lily James' first public outing since photos of her apparently kissing her married co-star Dominic West went viral.
Coronavirus lockdown: Alarming rise in underground pubs and unregulated alcohol sales amid pub closures
One particular concern is the rise of "of dial-a-drink" merchants on social media who sell alcohol from the trunk of a car
Donald Trump reveals 'good thing' about wife Melania testing positive for Covid-19
Melania Trump praised her husband Donald Trump's handling of COVID-19 in her first solo 2020 campaign event.