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chris@bgr.comA new study says there is a direct correlation between mandatory anti-tuberculosis vaccine campaigns and the COVID-19 fatality rate. People in countries that have mandatory BCG vaccination are less likely to contract the …
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CDC to ease back-to-work rules for people who self-isolate after coronavirus contact
The CDC is expected to issue new back-to-work guidelines for essential personnel who may have been self-isolating at home after coming in contact with a coronavirus case. People might be able to return …
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Doctors just uncovered another unusual coronavirus symptom
Unusual coronavirus symptoms keep piling up if the empirical findings of a French organization of dermatologists are to be believed. Skin issues, including frostbite-like manifestations, hives, and persistent redness, have been associated with …
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A game-changing coronavirus drug is already here
The world is racing to develop a vaccine for the novel coronavirus infection, but the first approved candidates likely won’t be ready for widespread use for about 18 months. Doctors are testing several …
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Doctors don’t understand this mysterious condition that kills coronavirus patients
Doctors treating coronavirus patients have been trying to figure out the immune system’s “cytokine storm” that can kill COVID-19 patients. These “storms” can occur suddenly, even in patients who are recovering from the …
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The PS5’s new controller might confirm an exciting PlayStation 5 feature
The brand new DualSense controller for the PlayStation 5 comes with a feature that seems to confirm a series of PS5 rumors based on Sony patents. The PS5 controller comes with a microphone …
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How to add a PIN to a Netflix profile and make sure it actually works
Netflix’s new parental controls include the option of locking down profiles with 4-digit PINs. Setting up a PIN is very easy and can be a convenient way to restrict access to Netflix and …
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Germany wants to track coronavirus outbreaks with smartwatches
Germany is looking to analyze data from smartwatches and fitness devices to track the emergence of new coronavirus outbreaks in the country. Pulse, temperature, and sleep data would be collected anonymously from participating …
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Doctors think coronavirus can attack the heart directly
Doctors think the novel coronavirus might affect the heart directly in some COVID-19 patients. The virus might be damaging the heart even in patients who do not suffer from heart disease. In some …
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The WHO wants coronavirus vaccines to be widely available ASAP
The World Health Organization (WHO) says that coronavirus vaccine and cure research is advancing at “incredible speed.” The WHO will soon announce an initiative to ensure that COVID-19 vaccines will be widely available …
