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Genetically engineered lab mice to boost COVID-19 vaccine and research: Experts
A team of experts from the Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri have created a mouse model of COVID-19.
Google Maps update now includes COVID-19 warnings to help public transportation
When a user searches for directions, under 'relevant alerts', information such as mandatory precautions and if there are any schedule changes will be included.
COVID-19 researchers identify protein biomarkers that could potentially help patients
These findings were submitted by scientists from Francis Crick Institute in London and Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin.
COVID-19 research shows those in high altitudes are not easily affected by the virus
It appears that elevated areas have never seen exponential infection rates akin to that of other countries around the world.
Satellite images of hospitals in Wuhan reveal when virus outbreak started: Study
A study submitted by Harvard Medical School suggests that 2019 coronavirus infections might have started earlier than what was initially reported.
US government Remdesivir supplies running out as healthcare providers treat virus patients
The drug is originally used to treat Ebola and is administered intravenously to patients with COVID-19.
COVID-19: Tokyo airport uses automated mobility solutions to aid social distancing
With labour shortages brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, many have switched over to advanced machinery instead.
How Hollywood would create intimate scenes amid coronavirus pandemic?
Hollywood to resume production from June 12.
Analysts observe dynamic trend of prescription drug use amid COVIDd-19 pandemic
With well over 100 million customers, the Express Scripts reported three-month refills which jumped up to 18 percent in the months of March to April.
Oxford University COVID-19 vaccine trial to include volunteers from Brazil
The announcement was made by the Brazilian Health Regulatory Agency (ANVISA), which will see 2,000 volunteers join the clinical trials.
It's official! NBA 2019-2020 resumes on July 31
22 teams are expected to play out the rest of the season.
Prince Charles says he was 'lucky' he got away with COVID-19 lightly
Prince Charles shares his experience battling COVID-19 and says he was lucky since he only had minor symptoms.
New automated coronavirus rapid testing method to free up hospital facilities
It has been recorded that on average, patients stayed in coronavirus holding wards for a period of 58.5 hours at its longest and as short as 30 hours.
COVID-19 treatment from S Korea reportedly shows effective results in pre-clinical tests
The study observed a major improvement from body aches, cough, and runny nose a day after the start of treatment.
Honor Play 4 Pro: A gaming-grade smartphone with integrated infrared thermal sensor
Honor claims the system is accurate enough to read temperatures that range from -20 to 100 degrees Celsius
COVID-19 pandemic causing antidepressant shortage according to FDA
The medication in question was identified as Zoloft, which is also known by its generic name sertraline.
UK hospital tests ibuprofen treatment for COVID-19 patients
Doctors apparently prescribed Ibuprofen to COVID-19 patients to help control some symptoms and to help them sleep.
Silent COVID-19 infections could trigger massive outbreak as countries lift restrictions
A perspective paper posted on a website of the American Association for the Advancement of Science warns that SARS-CoV-2 can stay airborne for hours.
UK COVID-19 research findings note that minorities are at higher risk of death
Medical experts point out that the study might have not accounted for pre-existing conditions such as obesity, diabetes, heart problems, and others.
'Mission Impossible 7' to resume production this September after virus pandemic break
Tom Cruise starrer 'Mission Impossible 7' shooting was shut down in February due to coronavirus outbreak.
Family of 16-year-old girl allows her brothers to hack her to death
Superstition and an alleged affair led to the young girl's murder in front of her whole family.
Coronavirus treatment: Gliead Sciences share third-phase clinical trial results of remdesivir
The United States FDA permitted its use in May, while Japan's healthcare regulators have purportedly considered it safe.
New COVID-19 antibody therapy starts first human trials to determine safety
For those closely following the latest developments related to SARS-CoV-2, this is not the first of its kind.
Google cracking down on coronavirus online scams with help of nonprofit collaboration
With a lot of people staying indoors, internet usage is at an all-time high since the 2019 novel coronavirus outbreak.
Coronavirus cases likely to rise amid protests following death of George Floyd
According to health experts, since the virus is primarily distributed via respiratory droplets, those with and without masks are exposed in crowded situations.
COVID-19 research findings: VA hospitals control prescriptions of disputed anti-malaria drugs
Hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine were thrust into the spotlight after French doctors touted its alleged benefits in the treatment of COVID-19.
NBA players may need to stay away from their families until September
The NBA will require far too many test kits if the players are allowed to bring their families inside the isolation bubble.
King Philippe's nephew Prince Joachim tests positive after attending party in Spain
Prince Joachim flew to Spain two before the party for an internship.
Experienced zookeeper fighting for life after lion attack
The zookeeper was cleaning the lions' enclosure when two lions pounced, leaving her in a critically injured state.
Hippos terrorise Kenyans as floodwaters increase human-animal conflict
Hippos and crocodiles have attacked and killed people living in counties close to Lake Victoria.