Category: pharma

Study Identifies Seven New Covid-19 Variants in U.S. Carrying ‘677’ Mutation

A new mutation found in seven novel Covid-19 variants has now been identified in the U.S. Its importance in relation to ongoing viral transmission and success of current vaccine formulations is unclear at this time.

How To Stop The Next Pandemic: WHO Director, Bloomberg Offer 7 Directions

The current Covid-19 coronavirus pandemic will likely not be a “once-in-a-century pandemic.”

U.K. Variant Likely 30-70% Deadlier, New Research Finds

Evidence continues to grow that that the U. K. variant, otherwise known as B.1.1.7, is likely more lethal, and leads to more hospitalizations and cases compared to wild-type strains of the virus, based on data released on a British government website.

Auckland, New Zealand, Under Lockdown After 3 Covid-19 Coronavirus Cases Emerge

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced that Auckland is moving to Level 3 Alert and the rest of the country will be at Level 2.

Why ‘Quicker Can Be Better’ For Sex With Covid-19 Coronavirus Around

The San Francisco Department of Public Health (SF DPH) now has some quick advice about sex.

10 Tips To Enjoy Valentine’s Day, Love With Covid-19 Coronavirus Around

Tomorrow may not be your typical Valentine’s Day with the Covid-19 coronavirus pandemic. But that’s not necessarily a bad thing.

‘Planet Lockdown’ Film Spreading Unfounded Claims About Covid-19 Vaccines And Coronavirus

Remember the “Plandemic” video? Well, “Planet Lockdown” has already gotten over 20 million views and engagements on platforms like YouTube and Facebook.

Zocdoc, Growing As Vaccine Appointment Scheduler, Raises $150 Million

Zocdoc has raised $150 million – the biggest single funding round yet for the company that has found a niche helping Americans schedule Covid-19 vaccination appointments.

Promoting Exercise Through Gamification-Making Physical Activity More Fun?

Research on whether gamification increases participation in physical activity leaves one to wonder: How can we make exercise more fun?

Report: Trump Associated With 461,000 Deaths In 2018, Others Deserve Blame Too

A Lancet report detailed the devastating health effects of Donald Trump’s presidency but indicated that simply going back to pre-Trump days will not be enough.