A startling new structure of the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein sheds light on the critical first step of infection, fusion of the virus and cell membranes.
Category: healthcare
AI Foibles: A Cautionary Tale
AI, Machine Learning, and Large Language Modeling in healthcare show promise. The key is design and deployment with solution-driven clarity.
Rite Aid Loss Hits $67 Million As Covid Vaccination And Testing
Rite Aid reported a quarterly loss of more than $67 million due in part to “a reduction in COVID vaccine and testing revenue.”
Why You Should Consider Wearing A Mask During The Holiday Season
In the case of Covid-19, masks form a protective barrier to respiratory droplets that could land in ones’ nose or mouth. In addition, they prevent infected patients from exposing others to virus-containing droplets in the air.
U.K. Ambulance Strikes To Go Ahead After Last-Ditch Talks Fail
Thousands of ambulance workers in England and Wales will strike today after eleventh-hour talks failed to achieve a pay deal.
Why Do People Fake Orgasms?
There are many reasons a person might fake an orgasm. Better communication, accurate anatomical knowledge, and medical check-ups can help partners find equal pleasure.
Tattoos May Have Been An Ancient Treatment For Arthritis And Other Illnesses
For thousands of years, people across the globe have used tattoos to relieve pain and promote healing. The famous mummy Ötzti has dozens of tattoos in areas where he may have experienced chronic pain during his life.
Personalized Neuroscience: Are Human-Derived Brain Organoids The Answer?
Brain organoids are pin-sized three dimensional self-organizing structures composed of roughly 2.5 million neural cells. They are derived from and genetically distinct to an individual. And while many open questions remain, they could represent a uniqu…
Amazon Could Fuel Doctor Buyouts In 2023 If One Medical Deal Goes Through
The already hot market of buying physician practices is about to get even hotter should Amazon’s proposed acquisition of One Medical win regulatory approval.
33% Of Gen Zers Trust TikTok More Than Doctors, New Survey Shows
Young adults are turning to TikTok and other social media platforms before they’ll consult a doctor, new research shows.
