HEALTH

The coronavirus pandemic will probably be remembered in history as one that disrupted the way of living of people around the world. Although they belong to the same family of coronaviruses, COVID-19 has distinct differences with MERS and SARS. Dr. Anna Hemming gives her professional medical opinion on the highly infectious virus.

The coronavirus has shown how deadly it can be with the number of lives it has taken in countries like the United States, Italy, Spain, France, and the United Kingdom. A recent study has revealed how the deadly pathogen managed to spread around the globe at an incredible speed.

The coronavirus pandemic seems to be causing, not only harm to the health of the sufferer but also violent reactions from others. In many countries around the world, reports of persons perceived to be suffering from COVID-19 have been at the receiving end of violence from other people.

New York Police Department Commissioner Dermot Shea revealed his worst fears that by Monday, approximately 900 NYPD members could get COVID-19 infection. If this happens, that will be an increase of 300 cases since Saturday and will further spike the city’s total number of confirmed cases.

While it is ideal to stay at home to flatten the curve, there are people who are required to go out to serve the essential needs of others.

A new study finds that consuming too much salt can weaken your immune response against bacterial invaders.

Several symptoms suggest that COVID-19 could infect neurons, which raises the question of its effects in the brain and its possible role in patients' deaths.

A viral text message is making the public believe that taking Ibuprofen could make COVID-19 symptoms worse.

There are several countries all over the world that have reported zero COVID-19 cases.

The deadly coronavirus that ravaged the city of Wuhan in China is currently wreaking havoc on dozens of Countries in the Western Hemisphere.

While it has been established by scientists that droplets are the primary mode of transmission, a recent study has made scientists consider some other forms of transmission.

The New York state has the highest number of infections, with a total of 46,262 patients with 606 deaths. Reports say that coronavirus kills one person every 17 minutes in New York.

Chinese received racist comments after the death of a man in China went viral online.

The coronavirus pandemic has made everyone more aware of their hygienic practices and overall health.

This drug to treat blood clots can possibly help reduce critical COVID-19 patients.

The number of confirmed coronavirus infections in the U.S. galloped past the 101,000-mark by midnight Friday, with more than 1,700 deaths already recorded, as the nation struggled with the rapidly spreading pandemic.

The fight of UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson against the deadly virus creeping up in the country has gone up to the next level. In a surprise announcement today, the PM revealed that he has tested positive for COVID-19.

A new study reported that this particular body positioning can improve lung recruitability in COVID-19 patients with severe symptoms.

The coronavirus, officially known as SARS-CoV-2, which is the virus that causes COVID-19, outbreak caught everyone by surprise. The new virus strain had distinct differences with other types of coronaviruses that public health advice and governmental policy are all based on emerging research. A new study has been added to the existing research, which suggests sleeping in a particular position may lessen the harm posed by COVID-19.

Doctors in Wuhan reveal that up to 10% of recovered COVID-19 patients in the city again tested positive for the virus. The tests were conducted after the patients were discharged from the hospital. Researchers around the globe have been trying to find out if recovered patients can still infect people with SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, or whether they have developed antibodies. Generally, such antibodies would offer immunity from the disease.

The coronavirus pandemic has caused many people to wallow in a pool of worries and anxiety. This is particularly true for those who have been identified as vulnerable or most at risk to develop fatal complications due to COVID-19. Pregnant women have also been classified under this category. To allay the fears of expectant mothers, a pregnancy expert has revealed important things to know.

As coronavirus continues to wreak havoc in many countries around the world, leaving tens of thousands of people dead, scientists are wondering how it can spread so fast.

The rapid spread of coronavirus has led many countries to impose strict measures for people to observe and follow. Foremost among these is observing good hygiene, which includes washing hands for 20 seconds or using hand-sanitizers if hand-washing is not possible. A care provider has also offered a blunt warning, saying that all these precautions may be nothing if you have long fingernails.

The wanton destruction that the coronavirus pandemic is causing resulted in 24,087 deaths worldwide with 19,357 remaining in critical or serious condition. In terms of the number of infections, it has already surpassed the half-a-million mark with 532,224 total confirmed cases worldwide. Although 124,326 patients have already recovered, scientists say it is far from over. Every day, new symptoms are also discovered, such as the one revealed by a woman who got infected in Italy.

Mental health symptoms are on the rise among healthcare workers, a new study claimed.

Governments of various countries around the world are finding ways to deal with the global pandemic caused by a coronavirus. The crucial first step is conducting tests on people suspected to be infected by COVID-19. In the case of the UK, the National Health Service is planning to conduct at least 10,000 tests per day. They are also taking into consideration having an antibody test, which may provide insight if there can be some immunity against the coronavirus.

She is, now, experiencing some of the more severe symptoms of COVID-19.

Police have identified the woman who coughed on $35,000 worth of produce.

Indian doctors have saved the life of a COVID-19 positive British National using anti-HIV medications.