Researchers have examined the detailed medical records of 85 patients who died in Wuhan of COVID-19, looking for commonalities. They searched for comorbidities, symptoms, and test results that could indicate a poor coronavirus >>
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Crazy new smartphone app listens to your cough to diagnose coronavirus
Scientists built a web-based app that listens to your voice and the sound of your cough to determine the likelihood that you have a coronavirus infection. The app is still experimental and isn’t >>
Scientists have found another potential coronavirus cure
Researchers discovered an anti-parasitic drug can kill the novel coronavirus in 48 hours in lab tests. Ivermectin hasn’t been tested on COVID-19 patients, and human trials are mandatory to determine whether the drug >>
New study says coronavirus can survive up to 7 days on a face mask
A new coronavirus study looking at the virus’s ability to survive on different surfaces reveals that traces of SARS-CoV-2 were found on face masks for up to seven days after contamination. The COVID-19 >>
How hospitals may choose who lives and dies of coronavirus
Severe COVID-19 cases often require intubation and a mechanical ventilator for the patient to breathe, and he or she could be on a machine for weeks before being able to breathe unassisted again. >>
Iceland’s early coronavirus testing model shows 50% of cases have no symptoms
Iceland’s coronavirus testing campaign stands out as the country started aggressive COVID-19 screening months ago. Iceland is testing all patients who are at risk or show symptoms, and anyone else who wants to >>
The FDA just approved a key coronavirus test
The FDA just approved a brand new test for the novel coronavirus which could speed up the return to normal life. The test looks for antibodies in the bloodstream of a COVID-19 survivor >>
A 100-year-old vaccine may be able to fight the coronavirus
A coronavirus vaccine could be ready for the public in about 18 months, and even then, it might only be available for specific categories of people who could benefit from it initially. Doctors >>
