Category: Editors’ Pick

Poll: One In Five Americans Worry About Losing Health Coverage In Pandemic

Nearly one in five Americans are worried about “losing or not having health insurance” during the Covid-19 pandemic, a new poll indicates.

How To Return To The Doctor’s Office

Expect virtual screenings and new check-in procedures, but don’t be afraid to get the care you need.

How To Reopen The Housing Market

Virtual tours, temperature checks, open windows and masks.

The Deadly Truth About Rubber Bullets

From the first use of special teak bullets for crowd control by British troops, here’s the troubled history behind the development and use of ‘nonlethal’ projectiles.

Tear Gas And Pepper Spray Can Maim, Kill And Spread Coronavirus

Despite denials from AG Barr, pepper spray and tear gas are dangerous chemicals being used against protesters. They will likely worsen the coronavirus epidemic.

American Medical Association: Doctors To Work To End Police Brutality, Racism In Healthcare

The American Medical Association Sunday pledged “to confront systemic racism and police brutality” at a special virtual meeting of the group’s policy-making body.

Spanish Porn Star Arrested For Death From Toad Venom Ritual, What Is 5-MeO-DMT

People have described taking 5-MeO-DMT, otherwise known as “The Toad,“ as a powerful, mystical, “mind-blowing” experience.

CDC: 19% Of Americans Have Put Bleach On Food To Kill Coronavirus, How Instead To Keep Food Clean

39% of those surveyed in the U.S. have done high-risk things with household cleaners in attempts to stay safe from the Covid-19 coronavirus.

How The Coronavirus Pandemic Has Impacted International Research Programs: A Personal Perspective

Dr. Jason Kindrachuk, an infectious disease expert, discusses the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on scientific research efforts with colleagues he’s worked with in Kenya.

Inside The Covid-19 Lab With A Molecular Biologist

Oliver de Peyer is a molecular biologist working for the UK’s hospital services as part of the NHS Basingstoke and North Hampshire Hospital.