The Coronavirus through mobile applications defeat? Newly published results for the Transmission of corona virus could be used for development of mobile applications that enable an immediate contact tracing in record time. A rapid development and wide application of such Apps could slow down the transmission rate of the disease…
Caring for dementia patient during pandemic? Try these stress-busting tips
(HealthDay)—The coronavirus pandemic will put extra stress on caregivers of loved ones with dementias, so the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America offers some advice. “Reducing stress is always important for caregivers, and even more so now,” said Charles Fuschillo Jr., the foundation’s president and CEO. “Disruptions in daily routines, social isolation…
Richards named head of neuroscience
Linda J. Richards, PhD, recognized internationally for her expertise in brain development and developmental disorders, has been named head of the Department of Neuroscience and the Edison Professor of Neurobiology at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. She will take the helm Jan. 1. Richards is a professor…
Researchers discuss findings of study on alcohol-related liver disease
Through a unique database, KI researchers have been able to study the risk of mortality among people with liver disease caused by too much alcohol. Principal investigator Hannes Hagström, associate professor at the Department of Medicine Huddinge and Solna and co-author Jonas F Ludvigsson, professor at Medical Epidemiology and Biostatistics…
Nursing professor offers relationship advice during pandemic
With children out of school, parents working from home, and many family members and friends apart physically, COVID-19 has presented new challenges for both staying connected amid isolation and keeping healthy boundaries with those who we love. Patricia Roberson, assistant professor of nursing at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, studies…
Menopause: Physical activity protects against depression – Naturopathy naturopathy specialist portal
So how to protect women in the Menopause before the depression? Women can suffer Menopause depressive symptoms. This risk can be reduced if women in the menopause, a high level of physical activity. Physical activity is associated with less depressive symptoms and increased life satisfaction. In the current investigation of…
Europe’s hospitals bow under the weight of coronavirus crush
Setting up makeshift ICU wards in libraries and conference centers, embattled European medical workers strained Friday to save thousands of desperately ill coronavirus patients as stocks of medicine, protective equipment and breathing machines grew shorter by the hour. A maelstrom of coronavirus deaths and job losses slammed the United States…
Coalition to accelerate research for COVID-19 in low- and middle-income countries
A group of scientists, physicians, funders, and policy makers from over 70 institutions from over 30 countries have launched an international coalition to respond to COVID-19 in resource-poor settings. The COVID-19 Clinical Research Coalition aims to accelerate desperately needed COVID-19 research in those areas where the virus could wreak havoc…
Matthew Broderick's Sister Janet Opens Up About Being 'Close to Death' During Coronavirus Battle
“I must have had 200 people praying for me that night,” she said. “I know many people would be very angry to hear that, because you can pray for somebody and they would die. That’s absolutely true. Whatever was going to happen was going to happen. But I do know…
FDA approves first antibody test in the US to detect the coronavirus
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the first test in the U.S. designed to detect coronavirus antibodies, according to a letter of authorization. Widespread antibody testing can be useful in determining how many people in a population were infected with the virus and might now be immune. Up…