SCIENCE

The common symptoms of coronavirus infection are shortness of breathing, continuous cough, and fever. Recently, however, reports of a new symptom manifesting in some COVID-19 patients led some health experts to check on it. True enough, there is a new and confirmed symptom, and if you experience this, you need to self-isolate.

Astronomers estimated that a newly-discovered comet’s atmosphere, which is a gaseous cloud, has reached a diameter of about 720,000 kilometers. They expect the comet to become massive and bright enough to be spotted by the human eye.   

A couple of new studies have offered guidance for patients suffering from a digestive disorder to manage their condition during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Experts say primates are likely susceptible to the complications that could arise from COVID-19.

WHO and FIFA teamed up for a campaign called "pass the message to kick out coronavirus."

Photos posted and videos on Twitter show a huge booster from a rocket launched by China sticking out from the ground. The debris came from a rocket recently launched by China’s space agency to deploy a satellite into space.

NASA confirmed that an employee from its Kennedy Space Center in Florida tested positive for coronavirus, which causes the COVID-19 disease. Due to the increasing number of COVID-19 cases in the country, the agency has suspended the work on the rocket that will be used for its crewed mission to the Moon.

A study supported by the European Space Agency (ESA) suggested using the proposed Lunar Gateway as a key component of Earth’s planetary defense techniques against killer asteroids. According to the study, the Gateway can be used to quickly deploy anti-asteroid measures.

Coronavirus is affecting many countries in huge ways. Normal habits are being changed to make way for new norms designed to protect against infection. With so many people now starting to show symptoms, self-isolation has become a common occurrence. What are the symptoms that you need to be aware of? Is a sign showing in our lips considered among the coronavirus symptoms and hence, a medical emergency?

The Hubble Space Telescope operated by NASA and the European Space Agency (ESA) has captured a stunning photo of a distant spiral galaxy with only one arm. According to scientists, the unique galaxy might end up colliding with its neighbor, causing the formation of a new cosmic structure.

NASA’s Center for Near-Earth Object Studies (CNEOS) is currently monitoring two space rocks that are expected to approach the planet tomorrow.

Government health experts say coronavirus can be fatal to those with underlying medical conditions. There are many people, however, who do not understand what that means exactly as many have existing medical conditions, yet they do not know if theirs belong to such category. In the latest update on the new guidelines today, the government has revealed who is included.

Coronavirus has become akin to apocalyptic movies that many people love to watch except that this is no movie and it is actually happening. With the UK’s total number of cases now standing at 5,683 and death toll at 281, the horror has become real.

The rapid spread of the deadly coronavirus has caught many by surprise. As of posting, there are now 341,237 cases of confirmed coronavirus infections worldwide and while recovery does remain high at 99,028 patients, so are the deaths now at 14,746. With nearly 4,000 new cases globally each day, health services are starting to get strained by the huge burden. There are also a lot of vital unknowns about the virus and today, a new study has answered one of such questions. How long does coronavirus stay in the air?

Fighting coronavirus requires a strong immune system. Doctors have advised to keep your immune system strong and to let go of unhealthy vices. There are several supplements that could help boost your immune system.

Here's everything you need to know about the cleaning and disinfectant products that can help you fight COVID-19.

The interstellar comet that entered Earth’s neighborhood last year might be breaking apart as it leaves the Solar System. According to scientists, they have detected outbursts from the comet as it approaches the Sun.

FDA said fraudulent health claims, tests, and products can put the public health at serious risk, including delay in seeking necessary medical treatment.

Vice President Pence also urged asymptomatic Americans not to get tested amid the COVID-19 test shortage.

ESA mission control began working from home last March 16.

A NASA/USGS satellite captured before and after images of the island.

Astronomers confirmed that the mini-moon that was discovered circling Earth last month had already left the planet’s orbit. Although the mini-moon most likely won’t return anytime soon, the astronomers believe that another cosmic object will likely enter Earth’s orbit someday.

A team of astronomers learned how the powerful outbursts of quasars can affect their host galaxies. According to their study, the cosmic tsunamis produced by quasars are enough to stop the formation of new stars in a galaxy.

NASA’s Curiosity rover was able to set a new record during its Mars mission by being able to climb the steepest slope it has ever reached. After completing its record-setting accomplishment, the NASA rover took a new selfie with its special camera.

SpaceX has secured the approval of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to deploy up to a million ground antennas for its Starlink satellite constellation project. Previous, the company’s founder Elon Musk referred to the antenna as “a UFO on a stick.”

NASA warned that Earth is about to get visited by a total of 6 asteroids this week. The biggest space rock in the group is larger than the Empire State building.

The coronavirus outbreak not only has wreaked havoc in communities around the world but also has created an atmosphere of uncertainty. During these times, some may be tempted to drown their sorrows in alcoholic beverages. This is not a good idea as they might be putting themselves at a bigger risk by turning to alcohol.

UK Government science advisers are proposing that the country should remain in lockdown for one year. Scientists who advised Prime Minister Boris Johnson to implement social distancing rules see a one-year lockdown as among the options on the table.

News outlets are full of news stories about the rate that coronavirus is spreading, how many have been infected, and how many died. Only a few talks about the rate of recovery or even its numbers showing how many people have already recovered. There is also little talk about how these people were able to recover from COVID-19 infection. So how do they recover?