The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reduced the quarantine period to 10 days for asymptomatic people who had close contact with those infected with SARS-CoV-2, the coronavirus behind COVID-19. The CDC also said that those who continue to show no symptoms and have tested negative for the virus can exit quarantine seven days after contact. Dr. John Brooks, the chief medical officer for the … Continue reading CDC reduces coronavirus quarantine period to 10 days
Study: Coronavirus social distancing measures will trigger a flu surge next winter
Social distancing and other measures meant to slow the spread of the Wuhan coronavirus (COVID-19) this year could result in a surge of flu cases next year. This is according to a new study by researchers from Princeton University. According to the researchers, social distancing and other so-called non-pharmaceutical interventions (NPIs) have helped slow down COVID-19, as … Continue reading Study: Coronavirus social distancing measures will trigger a flu surge next winter
Study shows mask-wearers more likely to disregard social distancing guidelines
People who wear face masks are more likely to flout social distancing rules because they feel more comfortable sitting or standing close to others, suggests a new study. In their report, a team of behavioral scientists from the Warwick Business School in England noted that people wearing face masks tend to keep a smaller distance from others wearing face … Continue reading Study shows mask-wearers more likely to disregard social distancing guidelines
Belgium’s coronavirus death toll makes it either world’s deadliest or most honest
As steep as the death toll from the Wuhan coronavirus (COVID-19) is, it’s still underreported in some countries, including the U.K., Russia and even the United States. According to global death statistics, the figures do not accurately capture all deaths from COVID-19. In New York and New Jersey alone, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) … Continue reading Belgium’s coronavirus death toll makes it either world’s deadliest or most honest
Coronavirus can easily spread at the gym: Exercise outdoors instead, advise experts
As coronavirus (COVID-19) lockdowns in America stretched from weeks to months, people were forced to adapt to the “new normal.” Several businesses allowed employees to telecommute; more people learned to cook; and others stayed active by exercising at home. However, as states reopen throughout the country, some gyms and fitness centers have started welcoming clients back. … Continue reading Coronavirus can easily spread at the gym: Exercise outdoors instead, advise experts
Chile braces for coronavirus winter: Health minister locks down Santiago after surge in new cases
Chilean President Sebastian Pinera warned on Tuesday that the country would experience its “greatest health challenge in decades” following a spike in new coronavirus cases across the region. As of late Thursday, the country has a total caseload of 37,040 and 368 deaths, according to data from Johns Hopkins University. In the capital city of Santiago, Health … Continue reading Chile braces for coronavirus winter: Health minister locks down Santiago after surge in new cases
Can shoes and clothes bring the coronavirus into your house?
Even if you’re following strict self-quarantine, it’s almost inevitable that you or someone else in your household will have to go out to buy food or other essentials. This raises the question of whether or not the coronavirus (COVID-19) can get into your house this way — clinging to your shoes or clothes. Risk of COVID-19 … Continue reading Can shoes and clothes bring the coronavirus into your house?
Belgium looking to lift coronavirus restrictions despite the highest death rate in the world
Belgium will start easing its coronavirus restrictions from May 4, making it the latest European country to emerge from the coronavirus lockdown. The country has recorded 7,094 deaths – the world’s highest rate per million – with a total caseload of 43,134, according to figures reported on April 26 by Johns Hopkins University. More than half of the deaths recorded by Belgium, … Continue reading Belgium looking to lift coronavirus restrictions despite the highest death rate in the world
How to make DIY antibacterial hand sanitizer using non-toxic ingredients
Throughout America, many worried shoppers are stocking up on essential items to prepare for possible supply shortages and extended community lockdown because of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Aside from food, buyers are also looking for important items like cleaning supplies, rubbing alcohol, soap and hand sanitizer. If you’re running low on hand sanitizer, there are … Continue reading How to make DIY antibacterial hand sanitizer using non-toxic ingredients
Study shows that people working from home due to the crisis are leading less healthy lives
While working from home and avoiding going out are supposed to keep people from getting sick during the coronavirus outbreak, it seems that it may also make them less healthy. A new study from the U.K. shows how people working from home are leading less healthy lives. A survey of 500 workers done by the U.K.’s Institute of Employment … Continue reading Study shows that people working from home due to the crisis are leading less healthy lives
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