The conclusions of a study carried out by Víctor Costumero, as the first author, Marco Calabria and Albert Costa (died
Month: March 2020
New material could turn clothing into a health monitor
Researchers have reported a new material, pliable enough to be woven into fabric but imbued with sensing capabilities that can
Coronavirus treatment and breastfeeding
Little data is available about the ability of antiviral drugs used to treat COVID-19, coronavirus, to enter breastmilk, let alone
Two strains of coronavirus are spreading around the world
The coronavirus has mutated into at least two separate strains since the outbreak began in December, according to Chinese scientists. Researchers say
Can’t sleep? Prebiotics could help
Think dietary fiber is just for digestive health? Think again. Specific fibers known as prebiotics can improve sleep and boost
British scientists develop breath test to instantly spot coronavirus
A breath test that instantly spots patients with coronavirus has been developed by British scientists. They say the technology could be used
The truth about the coronavirus
As the novel coronavirus — and panic about the coronavirus — continues to spread around the world, so too are bogus claims, conspiracy theories
How and when to get tested for the coronavirus
What do you do if you need a test? Health officials urge anyone who believes they should be tested to
How does the coronavirus attack the human body?
The coronavirus could damage people’s kidneys and send their immune systems ‘haywire’ as well as infecting the lungs, according to scientists. More
Can vitamin C beat coronavirus?
Desperate to avoid coming down with a winter cold or worse, plenty of us will be dosing up on vitamin