Want to Live Longer? Use These Anti-Aging Spices

Increasing your life expectancy could be achieved through a healthy, balanced diet and regular exercise. There is a catch; eating anti-aging spices could prevent an early death.

Aug 05, 2020 08:26 PM EDT

COVID-19 Cases Blow Up in Countries Previously Praised for Effective Response to Pandemic

Several countries have been praised due to their clear messaging, effective contact tracing methods, quick response, and effective testing strategies. However, the same countries who have been celebrated for their response are now witnessing a resurgence in cases of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19).

Aug 04, 2020 09:04 PM EDT

Top 5 Unhealthiest Fast Foods in the World

Eating out sounds fun and fast food menu items are delicious. However, beware of what you order as eating these food regularly may be dangerous.

Aug 04, 2020 02:54 PM EDT

5 Best Homemade Disinfectants to Keep Your Home Virus-Free

Cleaning and decontaminating your home is made easier with these best homemade disinfectant sprays. Use all-natural ingredients that are safe and effective to use in keeping your home germ free.

Aug 04, 2020 07:59 AM EDT

COVID-19 Hits Norwegian Cruise Ship, Dozens Test Positive

The 41 people who tested positive were admitted at North Norway’s Tromsoe's University Hospital. The ship is currently docked in the area, which is just north of the Arctic Circle.

Aug 03, 2020 10:44 PM EDT

93-year-old Former Pope Benedict XVI Reported Sick With Shingles

According to reports, the former pope, Benedict has been unwell for some time and is currently suffering from shingles, which is a viral infection that causes burning rashes that are usually experienced by older people. Despite suffering from shingles, the former pope was optimistic and declared that once he recovers from the illness and regains his strength, he might come back and take up his pen once more.

Aug 03, 2020 08:57 PM EDT

Vaping Could Cause Heart Problems Aside from Negative Effects on Lungs

Aside from causing heart problems, vaping also has a negative impact on the lungs. It was also argued that e-cigarettes could result in cancer.

Aug 03, 2020 08:54 AM EDT

Face Shields Can't Replace Face Masks for Coronavirus Protection

Face shields are not as effective as experts advise. It is a priority for everyone to also use face masks to prevent the spread of infection.

Aug 04, 2020 04:25 AM EDT

Fauci Says MLB Season Hangs in the Balance Due to Marlin’s COVID-19 Outbreak

Marlins' games will be postponed until Sunday after the announcement of the league. Aside from the Marlins the MLB also mentioned that the games between the New York Yankees and the Philadelphia Phillies who be postponed. Fauci shared that the outbreak could put the entire league in danger

Jul 30, 2020 07:49 PM EDT

5 Worst Pandemics in Human History That Ravaged the World

Human history has seen the rise and fall of several highly deadly pandemics that killed millions of people. We've listed the five worst pandemics that ravaged the world's population.

Jul 30, 2020 11:12 AM EDT

Fact Check: Farts Can Spread Coronavirus, Negate Effectiveness of Face Masks

Amid the coronavirus pandemic and several health experts recommending the use of face masks, multiple conspiracy theories still go viral. One such claim is that farts prove the ineffectiveness of facial coverings because they can be smelled through them.

Jul 30, 2020 07:06 AM EDT

Moderna's COVID-19 Vaccine Triggered Immune Response in Monkeys

US biotech company Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine prevented the novel coronavirus from replicating in the noses and lungs of monkeys. This was crucial in preventing it from being transmitted to others.

Jul 29, 2020 10:25 PM EDT

Blood Test Could Detect Alzheimer’s 20 Years Before Cognitive Problems Show

A blood test used to detect Alzheimer’s disease in its early stages could give results with more precision than the thinking and memory tests that are currently being used in disease diagnosis. There are also several other methods which could diagnose the disease such as spinal taps and brain scans but both are invasive procedures and are very costly.

Jul 29, 2020 02:20 PM EDT

Race to the COVID-19 Cure: Why is Hydroxychloroquine Trending Again?

Despite the scientific proof that the drug cannot cure COVID-19, hydroxychloroquine is once again making rounds in social media. The trend started after several videos that were published about the drug were widely shared on social media platforms Twitter and Facebook.

Jul 28, 2020 06:55 PM EDT

Beauty and Health Benefits of Castor Oil

Castor Oil is extracted from the seeds of the castor bean, which is also known as Ricinus communis. People from thousands of years ago have been using castor oil due to its many uses. Castor oil has been known to be versatile. Here are some of the beauty and health benefits of castor oil.

Jul 28, 2020 08:13 PM EDT