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China makes anal swab mandatory for all foreign arrivals even after complaints from Japan, US
Foreign visitors to China will have to undergo an anal swab test or give a stool sample to test for COVID-19.
Serie A COVID-19 crisis: Torino fails to turn up at Lazio after 8 players test positive
Torino's previous match against Sassuolo had already been suspended five days before the Lazio encounter.
Japan urges China to stop 'psychologically painful' anal COVID-19 test
Japanese visitors in Beijing confirmed with the embassy that they were subjected to the mandatory anal swab for COVID-19 testing.
US officials demand an end to COVID-19 anal swab testing of American personnel
Some Chinese doctors consider the tests more reliable compared to a nasal or throat swab test.
Garth Brooks asks for prayers as wife Trisha Yearwood battles COVID-19
Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood are quarantining at their home in Tennessee following her COVID-19 diagnosis.
Inside Italy's COVID-free islands: What it's like living without coronavirus infection fears
The small volcanic atoll is actually not on the radar of frequent travelers, which is perhaps the main reason why it remained COVID-free until now.
Vaccinated British tourists may be allowed to holiday in Greece as early as May
The rest of the European Union thinks it is still too soon to open borders freely to tourists.
Groom-to-be gets cancer and COVID-19 diagnosis on same day
The devastated man found out he has incurable cancer just an hour after testing positive for COVID-19.
Pubs, outdoor cafes set to reopen as UK eases lockdown
One in three adults in the UK has already received the first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.
Kroger health to launch iPhone-assisted COVID-19 rapid test kits
The at-home test consists of a swabbing kit and an iOS app, providing systematic guidelines on how to gather a nasal swab sample and then process it.
UK experts pinpoint animals most likely to cause next coronavirus outbreak
The study aims to promote thorough monitoring of animals that are likely to breed coronaviruses, and not to demonise them.
Gwyneth Paltrow reveals COVID-19 left her with long-lasting symptoms
Gwyneth Paltrow said COVID-19 left her with long-term fatigue, body inflammation, and brain fog.
When will kids get vaccinated for COVID-19?
The FDA and the CDC must accept the results of the clinical trials of the COVID-19 vaccine on children before their age group can be vaccinated.
Australian Open: Novak Djokovic in doubt for fourth round due to injury
The defending champion required treatment before defeating Taylor Fritz on Friday.
Australian Open: COVID outbreak forces Grand Slam to ban fans from the audience
The state of Victoria will enter a five-day emergency lockdown after fresh cases of COVID-19 were detected.
Dementia patients at higher risk of contracting COVID-19, hospitalisation
Some of the risk factors of dementia are genetics/family history, smoking, alcohol use, atherosclerosis, cholesterol, diabetes, and mild cognitive impairment.
9-year-old dies 3 days after testing positive for COVID-19
Makenzie started complaining about feeling very exhausted, so she was tucked in bed early before being found unresponsive.
Patients with gum disease more likely to die of COVID-19
Researchers explained that patients with gum disease showed higher blood markers that indicate inflammation in the body.
Fake N95 masks discovered all over US hospital shelves
The fake 3M masks look, feel and fit like the genuine item.
Are COVID-19 vaccines safe for cancer patients?
Despite the limited data, medical groups, doctors, and cancer experts are pushing for vaccination of most cancer patients
Australian Open: Andy Murray 'angry' for missing Grand Slam due to relaxed COVID protocols
The 33-year-old fully believes that he caught  the novel coronavirus over the holiday season, as he spent time training at the LTA's high performance centre in London.
"No red flags": Fauci confident about COVID-19 vaccine trials for pregnant women
More than 10,000 pregnant women have already participated in COVID-19 vaccine trials with positive results.
COVID-19 vaccine side effects: Doctor warns about confusing sign that looks like breast cancer
A number of patients reported experiencing swollen lymph nodes two to four days after being vaccinated.
Adults in the 20 to 49 age group are biggest COVID-19 superspreaders: study says
The research suggested that targeting the 20 to 49 age group for vaccination may help in hastening school reopenings.
Dolly Parton has yet to receive COVID-19 vaccine even after $1M donation
Dolly Parton plans to have it on video when she gets her COVID-19 vaccine to encourage people to get vaccinated.
Mom with COVID-19 gives birth in a coma; finally holds her baby 3 months later
The mother contracted COVID-19 when she was already nine months pregnant and was then placed in a medically-induced coma.
Missouri teen successfully beats cancer three times but dies from COVID-19 complications
The 17-year-old fought with acute lymphoblastic leukemia and had beaten it three times through chemotherapy and bone marrow transplant.
Rita Wilson says she no longer has COVID-19 antibodies
Rita Wilson now relies on her face mask and hand sanitizer to keep herself safe amid the pandemic.
Cristiano Ronaldo escapes fine for Covid protocol breach during romantic ski trip
Ronaldo and his girlfriend Georgina Rodriguez, celebrated her birthday with a ski trip last week which may have breached Italy's Covid-19 travel restrictions.
Sarah Jessica Parker says 'Sex and the City' revival will tackle COVID-19
Sarah Jessica Parker says the "Sex and the City" revival will explore how the pandemic has affected relationships.


 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
