UCI Team Develops Smartphone Application for Coronavirus Contact Tracing
University of California via EurekAlert – Technology anonymously notifies users of potential exposure to COVID-19. Irvine, Calif., April 15, 2020 – On Tuesday, California Gov. Gavin Newsom suggested that reopening…
In Wake of COVID-19 Pandemic, a Crashing Wave of Neuropsychiatric Problems?
University of California – San Diego via EurekAlert – Past pandemics suggest some of those exposed to novel coronavirus could face heightened risk for a range of brain diseases and…
US Coronavirus Measures Are Justified, University of Wyoming Economists Find
University of Wyoming via EurekAlert – Aggressive social distancing policies being used to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus COVID-19 are hammering the U.S. economy, but an analysis by…
Do’s and Don’ts of Fabric COVID-19 Masks and Gloves
Dr. Don Colbert – Face masks are now recommended to the general public by the CDC to slow the spread of COVID-19. But, it’s extremely important that they are worn…
Loss of Smell & Taste Validated as COVID-19 Symptoms (w/High Recovery Rate)
University of California – San Diego via EurekAlert – Loss of smell and taste has been anecdotally linked to COVID-19 infections. Study suggests clinicians should include sensory impairment as standard…
Study Finds Remdesivir Effective Against a Key Enzyme of Coronavirus that Causes COVID-19
University of Alberta Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry via EurekAlert – Remdesivir already in human trials in search for treatment of deadly disease. Scientists at the University of Alberta have…
7 Israeli Mask and Face Shield Solutions for Coronavirus
Abigail Klein Leichman via Israel21c – Now that we’re all covering our faces to avoid COVID-19, Israeli innovators are stepping up invention of antiviral masks, shields and stickers. It seems…
A Healthy Lifestyle Equals Greater Disease-Free Life Expectancy
Dr. Liji Thomas, MD via News-Medical Net – For years, doctors have been advocating a healthy diet, more regular exercise, stress relief, and weight control. However, no study has examined…
U of L Researchers Describe Possible Mechanism for Link Between Obesity and Breast Cancer
University of Louisville via EurekAlert – Researchers publish theory that specific protein from adipose tissue promotes breast cancer development. LOUISVILLE, Ky. – It is widely accepted that higher levels of…
COVID-19’s Mental Health Impact: Why Going to See a Counselor Just Got a Whole Lot Easier
Heather Sells via CBN News – Before COVID-19 began infecting hundreds of thousands of Americans, millions of people were already coping with mental health concerns – ranging from anxiety to…
Ask the Expert: MSU Veterinarian Dispels Myths About Pets and COVID-19
Michigan State University via Newswise – Since first hearing about the COVID-19 outbreak in China, media outlets around the world have reported on strains of the virus originating in animals,…
Mind-Body Medicine Experts Urge Full Integration of Stress Reduction into Care and Research
University of California – Davis Health via EurekAlert – The need is especially important now, when COVID-19 fears are high. In a perspective published in the New England Journal of…
Foods High in Vitamin D May Have Heart-Protective Effects
Wiley via News-Medical Net – Consuming foods high in vitamin D may have heart-protective effects, according to new research published in the Journal of Human Nutrition and Dietetics. The study…
Social Isolation: Find Ways to Connect Now For Health’s Sake
Dr. Don Colbert – Whether you’re currently feeling lonely or not, we can all help each other by finding ways to connect now. If you suspect someone in your family,…
How Effective Is Quarantine Alone or in Combination with Other Public Health Measures to Control Coronavirus (COVID-19)?
Wiley via EurekAlert – Currently, there are no effective medicines or vaccines available to treat or prevent COVID-19. For this reason, restrictive public health measures such as isolation, physical distancing,…
