Japan Constructs Cardboard Beds to Prevent Tokyo Olympic Athletes from Being Physically Intimate Amid the COVID-19 Pandemic

Olympic athletes will be restricted from performing intimate physical activities during the competition as Japan officials provide cardboard beds for participants. The furniture were designed to be durable and recycable, which could be used even after the event.

Jul 19, 2021 02:35 AM EDT

Indonesia Overtakes India and Brazil in the Rate of COVID-19 Cases, Becomes New COVID-19 Epicenter

The COVID-19 pandemic continues to ravage Indonesia which has now become the new epicenter of the virus as it overtakes India and Brazil in the number of new infections. The country's vaccination rate remains low as access to vaccines is hindered.

Jul 18, 2021 11:31 PM EDT

Dr. Vivek Murthy States Mask Mandates Amid Delta Surge "Very Reasonable"; 58% of COVID-19 Cases Linked to Delta Variant

US Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy stated that local officials have the capacity to reimplement mitigation guidelines to curb the spread of COVID-19 due to the fueling of cases by the Delta variant. At least 58% of COVID-19 cases were directly linked to the Delta variant.

Jul 19, 2021 05:14 PM EDT

Medical Health Workers Battle COVID-19 Underground as Myanmar's Military Junta Rules

Myanmar citizens continue to struggle as the military junta rules over the country and is accused of hoarding crucial oxygen supply. The allegations come amid the region's battle against the COVID-19 pandemic taking a turn for the worst.

Jul 18, 2021 08:59 PM EDT

Long COVID-19 has 200 Symptoms Affecting Ten Organs, Coronavirus Aftermath More Widespread Than Thought

For researchers, learning that lingering COVID-19 has 200 Symptoms that affects major organs is of serious concern. So far, data on this aspect of SARS-CoV-2 is so sparse, and why it affects certain individuals when compared to those recovering faster need answers from more enquiries.

Jul 18, 2021 11:58 AM EDT

FDA Grants Priority Review to Pfizer Vaccine; Full Approval Could Have an Impact on Vaccine Mandates

Pfizer and BioNTech stated that the FDA has granted priority review designation to the application of their vaccine for full approval. Pfizer and BioNTech started the application for full approval in May.

Jul 17, 2021 09:18 AM EDT

Children Under 12 Could Become Eligible for COVID-19 Vaccine in Midwinter

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said the coronavirus vaccine could be made available for children under 12 years old by the fall. The decision comes as Moderna and Pfizer conduct trials to make the age group eligible for the treatments.

Jul 16, 2021 06:43 AM EDT

Chronic Lung Disease Might Result in Severe COVID-19 Due to Cells Damaged by Respiratory Problems

Results from the study have concluded that chronic lung disease might result in severe COVID-19, which is caused by cell damage which allows SARS-CoV-2 to set in the lung that will cause severe breathing problems.

Jul 16, 2021 04:01 PM EDT

Critics Slam White House After Jen Psaki Reveals Flagging Facebook Misinformation; Some Say It Contravenes the First Amendment

After revealing that the Biden administration is coordinating with Facebook to flag "problematic" posts that spread COVID-19 disinformation, Jen Psaki was met with criticisms. With fierce denouncement on social media, some called the actions as contravening the First Amendment.

Jul 16, 2021 03:58 AM EDT

Myanmar Doctors Accuse Military Junta of Hoarding Oxygen as COVID-19 Death Toll Rises

Myanmar's military junta is accused of hoarding oxygen supply as the country's fight against the coronavirus pandemic takes a turn for the worst. The region is experiencing a surge of cases and is being plagued by the deadly Delta variant.

Jul 15, 2021 11:46 PM EDT

Gene Editing Technology Proven Successful in Human Cell Experiments to Prevent Coronavirus Replication

Scientists using CRISPR or gene-editing technology have proven successful in human cell experiments, especially in the multiplication of COVID-19 in already infected cells. One of the ways to stop the takeover of SARS-CoV-2 is to find a way to lessen the chance of overcoming cells.

Jul 16, 2021 04:05 PM EDT

Johnson & Johnson Orders to Recall 5 US Sunscreen Products Due to Benzene Traces

J&J recalls five sunscreen products after discovering quantities of benzene on certain samples, which comprise another batch of items that add up to the 78 sun-care products recalled earlier this year.

Jul 14, 2021 11:13 PM EDT

Washington's Last Vaccine Lottery Drawing On Tuesday; One Lucky Winner Awarded $1 Million

The last of five "Shot of a Lifetime" vaccine lottery drawings for Washington is slated for Tuesday. One lucky winner will be granted $1 million.

Jul 14, 2021 02:13 PM EDT

Delta Variant Could Leave Long-Lasting COVID in Infected Individuals

Many young patients infected with the coronavirus disease may suffer long-term COVID symptoms, which is called post-COVID syndrome, amid the surge of the deadly Delta variant. American authorities also noted that the majority of hospitalizations and deaths in recent weeks are among unvaccinated individuals.

Jul 13, 2021 06:03 AM EDT

Going Beyond "The Talk" Proactive Tips to Parents With Sexually Active Children

In a perfect world, parents sit down with their kids, talk to them about the birds and the bees (also known as the "sex talk") while their children actively listen and dutifully obey admonishments about sex. Clearly, we do not live in a perfect world.

Jul 13, 2021 02:08 AM EDT