We must find effective ways of forging connections in the midst of two epidemics: drug overdose and coronavirus.
Category: pharma & healthcare
Sweden’s Gamble On Coronavirus: Has It Paid Off?
Whether having opted for a stringent lockdown or a more lenient policy like Sweden’s, for the time being countries must rely on development of treatments for the critically ill, and continued physical distancing, hygiene, face coverings, and contact tr…
Early Study Of Covid-19 Vaccine Developed In China Sees Mixed Results
More results from various vaccine trials, this one from China showing mixed results.
Unproven Coronavirus Drugs Touted By Trump Don’t Work And Increase Risk Of Death – New Study
Hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine, two drugs being trialed as treatment for Covid-19 coronavirus and, promoted by President Trump actually increase the risk of dying from the disease, according to a new study.
MIS-C: A New Name For Covid Kawasaki/Toxic Shock In Young People
There is a new name for a recently recognized set of Covid-19 related symptoms in children and adolescents. Here is a summary of what we know now about the syndrome.
Doctor, Heal Thyself: Physician Burnout In The Wake Of Covid-19
Doctors are taking their own lives in alarming numbers. It’s medicine’s dirty little secret.
No, Wearing A Mask To Protect Against Covid-19 Coronavirus Will Not Weaken Your Immune System
Some people have suggested that mask-wearing can lower the immune system, but there is no scientific evidence for this claim.
Did The Oxford Covid Vaccine Work In Monkeys? Not Really
The latest data on the vaccine being developed out of Oxford shows limited success.
COVID-19 Among Children
Recent reports that SARS-CoV-2 can cause serious life-threatening disease in young people is not good news.
Progress And Possibilities For Treating COVID-19
Steady progress is being made in the treatment of patients hospitalized for COVID-19.
