Clusters of organ tissue allow for observation of viral particle activity The coronavirus targets specific types of cells in lung tissue Researchers are able to test different treatments on organoids Lung, liver, and kidney damage from coronavirus has been further elaborated by the use of miniature organs grown in a lab. These small-scale guts, or […] More
When President Donald Trump’s administration announced on June 24 that he would be cutting off federal funding for COVID-19 testing in the U.S., it caused the nation to do a double-take. Why would the president call off federal support for testing in the middle of a pandemic? Why does Trump say he wants to end […] More
Similar to the U.S., a holiday weekend may be responsible for a significant increase in reported coronavirus cases in South Korea. Even with adjustments for differences in population sizes, 10 times as many coronavirus cases have been reported in the U.S. But South Korea is already taking action against a possible second wave of the […] More
Many young people aren’t staying socially distant or wearing masks States are reopening too quickly, health experts say Stopping the virus will be impossible without buy in from younger people Mounting evidence shows that a healthy body and young age are not enough to protect someone from contracting the coronavirus. As young adults return to […] More
Only a handful of countries are driving up infection rates Many nations went on strict lockdown after their first few cases Low travel rates mean there’s less chance of spreading When the coronavirus pandemic began, many experts predicted horrific consequences for African nations with delicate healthcare systems. But six months into the COVID-19 era, these […] More
A small portion of cases are responsible for the disease’s spread A single person can infect hundreds of others Close contact and crowding create a superspreading environment When an individual or small group of people are responsible for a large-scale transmission of coronavirus, the vector of infection becomes what is known as a “superspreader.” How […] More
It mimics natural steroids to calm inflammatory immune responses Survival rates have increased for patients on ventilators and oxygen Researchers say the steroid is common and affordable A steroid commonly prescribed for its anti-inflammatory properties might be the next major breakthrough in coronavirus treatment. The researchers who conducted trials on dexamethasone say one-third of coronavirus […] More
Farm workers are often not well protected by employers Working conditions are ideal for spreading coronavirus Farms have been closed as whole workforces test positive for coronavirus Similar to meat processing plants, farms are facing significant challenges in dealing with the coronavirus. With barrack-style housing making social distancing unlikely if not impossible between 10-20 people […] More
Early reopenings and all but forgotten social distancing practices have driven up the numbers for coronavirus mortality models by more than 30,000 since mid-June. Many states are seeing consistent large increases in new cases and hospitalizations, indicating that necessary precautions aren’t being taken. One model, cited by the White House and CDC, predicts a minimum […] More
Cases have been found through testing before team workouts even start College football season is still slated to start on time A new six-week practice schedule allows for player observation College athletes were allowed to return to voluntary training on June 8 with several institutions already having reported positive test results among their players. At […] More
The U.S. government received 607,000 free vials of remdesivir in mid-May Fears of how much the drug will cost now are taking hold The drug’s supply is slated to be replenished later this year There is only one drug currently approved to treat coronavirus patients. And we’re running out of it. The donated supply of […] More
A new study shows people with type A blood are 50% more likely to need a ventilator while being treated for coronavirus. The study comes from the journal MedRxiv and is currently undergoing peer review. While it’s not clear whether the study is appropriate to use as a guide for decisions regarding medical protocol, it […] More