Medical
Seven New Cases Of Coronavirus In The Republic Of Ireland
The affected hospitals are University Hospital Limerick, University Maternity Hospital Limerick, Ennis Hospital, Nenagh Hospital, St John's Hospital and Croom Orthopaedic Hospital. Patients arriving by ambulance were diverted to Galway University Hospitals during this interval in line with established national protocols. Meanwhile, in Dublin, some areas of Trinity College have been closed after ... [Full Article...]
Coronavirus and your dog: There's no need to panic yet
The discovery isn't terribly shocking, given that SARS-CoV-2 is strongly believed to have crossed over from animals to humans in the first place, with bats singled out as the likely primary host (that said, another intermediate host species may have been the actual source of transmission to people). [Full Article...]
Exports of certain APIs, formulations banned on COVID-19 concerns
The restrictions were imposed on March 3 after drug ingredient makers in China had either stopped supply or reduced output in the wake of coronavirus disease outbreak. She added that sourcing those raw ingredients for drugs within India would have implications for drug prices. According to Pharmaceuticals Export Promotion Council (Pharmexcil) estimates, India is set to beat financial year ... [Full Article...]
Bank notes ‘may spread’ coronavirus — ALERT
The WHO's advice comes after China and Korea began isolating and disinfecting used bank notes, which are known carriers of viruses and bacteria. Then the cash is sealed and stored for up to 14 days before being recirculated. The WHO told the Telegraph that the coronavirus could remain on money for days after being exposed to it, and that people should avoid touching their face after handling ... [Full Article...]
Ontario reports new COVID-19 case, patient had travelled to Las Vegas
She says they will be using this case to make any changes they need to make. Those who have been in close contact with the woman, along with anyone who may have returned from a Grand Princess Cruise to Alberta in the last two weeks, are being asked to self-isolate four 14 days as well - even if they do not display symptoms. [Full Article...]
Mike Bloomberg suspends campaign for Democratic presidential nomination, endorses Joe Biden
He skipped campaigning in the four early primary states, which are Iowa, New Hampshire, Nevada, and SC. Axios reports that Bloomberg spent $600 million on his campaign, most of it his own money. Joe Biden, in turn, won in at least 10 states, gaining the support of around 450 pledged delegates, closely followed by Bernie Sanders who emerged as the victor in California, the delegate-richest s... [Full Article...]
Coronavirus: South Korea promises retaliation as Japan limits entry to visitors
The ministry hinted at deeper mistrust between the two sides, saying "we can not help but be suspicious of a separate intention other than prevention of the virus". Japan's own travel measures came after Mr Abe faced pressure over his coronavirus response, which was initially seen as muted in comparison to other countries. [Full Article...]
Smartphones may make your headaches worse: AIIMS #36578
After asking the participants about their smartphone use, headache history and medication use, they found that smartphone users were more likely to use more pain medication but find less relief compared to those who didn't use smartphones. There was no difference between the two groups in how often headaches occurred, how long they lasted or how severe they were. High-use smartphone users took 10. [Full Article...]