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New Institutional Guideline Helps Protect Surgeons From COVID-19

New guideline based on classifying patients and procedures, aims to protect operating room team members who perform urgent and emergency operations from COVID-19.




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Check Out the Revised Guidelines on COVID-19 Face Mask

Covering the nose and mouth with good face mask can prevent the spread of coronavirus to a larger extent. Here is a set of advice issued by the U.S. Centers




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Sleep Well and Stay Healthy to Fight Insomnia during COVID-19 Pandemic

COVID-19 lockdown has created a lot of panic across the world. Millions of people are suffering from insomnia due the stress and anxiety that is circling around the coronavirus outbreak.




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Immediate Need for ICU Care for Severe COVID-19 Pneumonia: Study

Patients admitted to ICU due to severe COVID-19 pneumonia lived longer than those who did not gain admission to ICU, reports a new study. The findings




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Global COVID-19 Cases Exceed 1.5 Million

Global confirmed COVID-19 cases exceeded 1.5 million on Wednesday afternoon local time, reports Center for Systems Science and Engineering (CSSE) at Johns Hopkins University.




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How to Handle COVID-19 Layoffs with Compassion During Social Distancing?

As the coronavirus pandemic continues to grow, the damage to the job market looks likely to be deep and long-lasting. The employers are dealing with the




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How Effective is Quarantine Alone or in Combination with Other Measures to Control COVID-19?

Quarantine is important in reducing incidence and death during the COVID (and) #8208;19 pandemic. Early implementation of quarantine and combining quarantine




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First Glimpse on the Health Conditions of Adults After 1 Month into COVID-19 Lockdown

Staying at home could be the best way to cut down the spread of COVID-19. However, here is a first study on the health conditions of adults after one month of COVID-19 lockdown.




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COVID-19 Pandemic: Perfect 6 Things Your Eye Doctor Wants You to Know About Coronavirus

COVID-19 pandemic has made people to follow a set of good hygiene practices to stay hale and healthy. Here are a few vision care tips suggested by eye




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Global Ventilator Shortage Worsens Amidst COVID-19 Pandemic Outbreak

Around 880,000 more ventilators are in demand globally because of COVID-19 pandemic, revealed GlobalData analysis. According to GlobalData analysis,




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UNSC to Meet on COVID-19 Pandemic Impact

Amid divisions on recognizing its origin and international action, the UN Security Council (UNSC) is all set to hold a secret meeting on the COVID-19 pandemic, revealed sources.




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COVID-19 in Gujarat: 21 more coronavirus positive cases detected

With the help of continued intensified inspection and testing, 21 more has tested positive in Gujarat for COVID-19 on Thursday. Thursday alone had




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Number of COVID-19 Deaths Exceed 90,000 Globally

The death toll from COVID-19 exceeded 90,000 worldwide on Thursday, according to a tally by Johns Hopkins University. The fresh figure reached 90,057 as of 12.




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Death Toll From COVID-19 in US Crossed 16,500: White House

11 out of 100 people below 25 years, 17 out of 100 people in the 25 to 45 age group, and 21 out of 100 people between 45 and 65 years who presented with




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Who is Doing Best at Following the COVID-19 Preventive Practices?

A new national survey has revealed that heavy news consumers, young people and liberals are the groups engaging in the majority of recommended coronavirus preventative practices.




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New Global Registry to Measure the Risk Among Clinicians Who Intubate COVID-19 Patients Launched

The United States component of a global registry that aims to help protect health care providers who intubate patients with COVID-19 and better quantify




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New Guidance for Patients with IBD During the COVID-19 Pandemic

New study provides guidance on the management of patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) during the COVID-19 pandemic. The findings of the study




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Mother-Baby Separation During COVID-19 Not Evidence-Based: Study

New study says that the recommendation to separate mothers with confirmed or suspected COVID-19 from their infants after delivery is not supported by evidence and could cause lasting harm.




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COVID-19 Preparedness and Response Plan to Address Unique Challenges for Rural Hospitals and Health Care Systems

Rural hospitals face unique challenges in the fight against COVID-19. However, timely diagnosis and treatment can save millions of lives from deadly coronavirus.




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COVID-19 Pandemic: Coronavirus Global Death Toll Crosses 100,000 Mark, Over 1.65 Million Cases

COVID-19 death rate is still mounting high across the globe. The number of newly infected cases is increasing day-by-day amid lockdown. The global death




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COVID-19 Claims 13 Lives in Maharashtra, Mumbai Notches Highest New Cases

Coronavirus claimed 13 lives in Maharashtra, while Mumbai recorded 132 new positive cases the highest in a single day, report officials. The state's




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COVID-19 Infections Seem to Slow Down in Europe Still WHO Against Lifting Restrictions

Entire world is still struggling to kill the deadly coronavirus. However, the COVID-19 infection rate is slightly decreasing in many European countries right now.




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Key Factors That Raise COVID-19 Risk Discovered

Current smokers and people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) have increased level of angiotensin converting enzyme II (ACE-2) that is




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COVID-19: New Modules for Emotional Telecounseling Developed

The University of Hyderabad (UoH) is designing modules to provide emotional support for people affected by the coronavirus. Faculty members at the




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COVID-19: France Records Close to 1,000 Fatalities in 1 Day

France reports biggest daily increase in COVID-19 deaths. The novel coronavirus has claimed 13,197 deaths in French hospitals and retirement homes, an




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Melatonin Treatment for COVID-19

A well-known anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidative molecule melatonin may prove to be beneficial in attenuation of COVID-19, said researchers. Melatonin




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COVID-19: Over 22,000 Healthcare Workers Infected by Coronavirus

The World Health Organization (WHO) said that the COVID-19 pandemic has hit over 22,000 healthcare workers across 52 countries and regions. According




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COVID-19 Tally 420, Andhra Pradesh Sees 66 Percent Rise in One Week

With 15 new cases reported, Andhra Pradesh's COVID-19 tally reached 420 on day 19 of the national lockdown. The state nodal officer stated that the findings




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Palliative Care Should be Adapted for Severely Ill COVID-19 Patients

New study describes how palliative care needs to adapt to an emergency style to help make the best decisions and support families. The findings of the




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Child Abuse Risk During the COVID-19 Pandemic

The latest information from ChildLine shows a 30% to 50% decrease in reports of suspected child abuse from the three weeks prior to the state-mandated COVID-19 restrictions to the first three weeks of cancellations and closures.




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Most COVID-19 Infected Patients may Lose Sense of Smell by Third Day

Loss of the sense of smell and taste is most likely to occur by the third day of infection with the novel COVID-19 virus, reports a new study.




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COVID-19 Spreads Breathing And Talking

Study finds out that breathing and talking contribute in spreading the COVID-19 pandemic.




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Mother's Day 2020: More Meaningful, Yet Difficult, During COVID-19 Pandemic

Since we all are in lockdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic, almost everything has come to a standstill, but definitely not the celebrations with your family. Here are a few tips to share love and happiness with your Mom for the upcoming Mother's Day 2020.




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How Acid Suppressants Raise the Risk of Dementia Explained

Millions of people around the world use acid suppressants called proton pump inhibitors for conditions like heartburn, gastritis and stomach ulcers. New research revealed how they induce dementia.




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Sugary Soda Consumption Decreases Kidney Blood Flow: Study

Regular consumption of sugary soda containing high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS) reduces kidney blood flow, which could be linked to a greater risk of developing chronic kidney disease (CKD).




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COVID-19: Can Two Commonly Used Drugs Combat Deadly Virus?

New study named SINK COVID-19, or the Study of Immunomodulation by the Beaumont Health researchers assesses commonly used drugs naltrexone and ketamine for COVID-19 patients.




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Triple Antiviral Drug Combo Shows Promise in Novel COVID-19 Treatment: Lancet

Triple drug combination of antiviral drugs helped relieve symptoms in patients with mild to moderate Covid-19 infection and quickly reduced the amount of virus in their bodies, reports a new study.




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Rapid Decline in Stroke Patients Seeking Help During COVID-19 Pandemic

Several people who experience strokes may not be seeking potentially life-saving medical care during the coronavirus pandemic as a new study finds a decline in the number of people evaluated for stroke.




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How to Eat Mindfully During COVID-19 Pandemic?

As the coronavirus pandemic continues, the connection between nutrition and our overall health has never been more significant to understand and nurture. Here are few tips on mindful approach on eating to help you stay on track during the stressful, unpredictable time.




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Awesome Family Staycation Ideas You can Use This Summer

Several favorite summer activities, like camps and vacations, have already been postponed until next year due to the COVID-19 situation. Still, with a little creativity and a willingness to try new things, the 2020 staycation can be a fun, relaxing, and novel family time.




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FDA Authorizes First At-Home Saliva Test for COVID-19

U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the first diagnostic test with the option of using home-collected saliva samples for novel coronavirus (COVID-19) testing.




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Prenatal Antidepressant Exposure And Autism Not Linked

Mother using antidepressants during pregnancy does not increase her child's risk for autism.




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Stem Cells Stop Their Own Death To Aid Healing

Stem cells are able to postpone their own death in order to respond to an injury that needs their attention.




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COVID-19 in Maharashtra: Coronavirus Positive Cases Zoom From 2 To Nearly 20K

In 2 months, coronavirus positive cases in Maharashtra have zoomed from 2 to nearly 20k, revealed sources.




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India Inches Towards 60,000 COVID-19 Cases, Say Sources

Total number of COVID-19 cases in the country mounted to 59,662 on Saturday, with 3,320 cases and 95 deaths reported in the last 24 hours, the Union Health Ministry said.




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Economic Impact of COVID-19 Discussed

Prime Minister Narendra Modi discussed the measures required to address the health and economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic with his Italian counterpart Giuseppe Conte over a phone call.




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ICMR Gets Approval for Plasma Therapy for COVID-19 Treatment

The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) will conduct trial in 21 hospitals to assess safety and efficacy of convalescent plasma on COVID-19 patients.




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Genetic Differences can Help Distinguish Type 1 Diabetes in Kids from Type 1.5 in Adults

New study has discovered a genetic signature that could help identify an adult-onset form of diabetes, sharing many type 1 diabetes (T1D) characteristics from pediatric-onset T1D, reports a new study.




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Long Term Studies Could Identify Children At Risk of Future Type 2 Diabetes

Scientists have discovered new factors that influence children to develop type 2 diabetes in adult life. The findings have emerged from a unique study,




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Regular Screening Reduces Deadly Diabetic Ketoacidosis

Widespread general population screening for islet autoantibodies can reduce the occurrence of complications like diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) among children