Archive: 18/02/2021

Portugal's euthanasia law goes for constitutional review

Portugal's president on Thursday asked the country's Constitutional Court to evaluate a recent law passed by parliament that allows euthanasia and physician-assisted suicide for terminally ill and gravely injured people.

Feb 18, 2021

African COVID deaths top 100,000

Africa on Thursday recorded more than 100,000 deaths from COVID-19, a grim milestone likely to understate the real toll, as the continent of 1.2 billion people battles a second wave of infections.

Feb 18, 2021

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If you're vaccinated and exposed to COVID-19, you don't need to quarantine, as long as you meet these 3 criteria

The great news is that the current COVID-19 vaccines have shown to be highly effective at preventing the virus. But there's currently limited information on whether you could still be a carrier of the virus and transmit it ...

Feb 18, 2021

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Can vaccinated people still spread COVID-19? How long does immunity last? Here's what science knows now

Six times over the course of a year, some select COVID-19 vaccine recipients at the University of Pennsylvania are rolling up their sleeves for a different kind of needle: one that draws blood.

Feb 18, 2021

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Magnetic attraction: Breakthrough test for malaria

After nearly a decade of research, a new test that detects the magnetic properties of malaria-infected blood could soon be used to help eliminate the mosquito-borne disease.

Feb 18, 2021

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Should you take a painkiller before your COVID-19 vaccine?

(HealthDay)—You finally managed to score an appointment to be vaccinated against the new coronavirus and you're a little nervous about side effects, so taking a painkiller right before you get your shot seems like a smart ...

Feb 18, 2021

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Experts warn against COVID-19 variants as states reopen

As states lift mask rules and ease restrictions on restaurants and other businesses because of falling case numbers, public health officials say authorities are overlooking potentially more dangerous COVID-19 variants that ...

Feb 18, 2021

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Hospital hygiene: A closer look reveals realistic frequency of infection

A research team led by Inselspital, Bern University Hospital and the University of Bern found a correlation between the frequency of infections after surgery and performance in quality audits. Lower surgical site infection ...

Feb 18, 2021

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Why less noise during the pandemic might help our ears but not our hearts or brains

Jack hammers. Buzz saws. Screaming toddlers. Barking dogs. Horns blaring from incessant traffic jams. Any of these can set nerves on edge, especially if you are subjected to the noise for hours, days or weeks on end.

Feb 18, 2021

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Perception critical to women's breast reconstruction decision making

When women undergo surgical treatment for breast cancer, they often also have reconstructive surgery but new QUT research reveals many women feel left out of the decision making.

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