Archive: 18/06/2020

Tracing homophobia in South Korea's coronavirus surveillance program

Many people around the world have looked to South Korea's so-called "democratic" response to the coronavirus pandemic as a template for other nations to follow. That response is often contrasted with China's "draconian measures" ...

Jun 18, 2020

When mosquito and tick season meets COVID-19

With COVID-19 restrictions easing, people are spending more time at socially distanced outdoor gatherings, whether picnics in parks with friends or backyard movie nights with neighbors. But as we escape the confines of COVID-19 ...

Jun 18, 2020

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Dexamethasone: What is the breakthrough treatment for COVID-19?

Six months and eight million positive cases since the COVID-19 pandemic broke out in Wuhan, scientists have announced the first major breakthrough in the search for a drug to fight the disease.

Jun 18, 2020

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COVID-19 has interrupted STD screenings. Sexual health centers are concerned.

When the COVID-19 pandemic sparked the stay-at-home order in Philadelphia in March, sexual health centers across the city were allowed to remain open as long as they stopped elective procedures, and adhered to social distancing ...

Jun 18, 2020

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South Africa can get COVID-19 under control if it blocks the routes that enable transmission

As the lockdown is relaxed, South Africa's focus should now be on how best to suppress the spread of the SARS-CoV-2 virus using other strategies. Policy should be informed by understanding the spread of the virus both in ...

Jun 18, 2020

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This 3-D printed 'bone brick' could transform how we treat bomb injuries – inside story

For thousands of Syrian refugees who have suffered horrific blast injuries after being hit by barrel bombs and other devices of death in their war-torn homeland, the only option is amputation. When you see the damage a blast ...

Jun 18, 2020

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Getting back on the beers after lockdown? Here's what you should know

If you're feeling excited about being out of lockdown, you're not alone. Social media is buzzing with plans of big nights out to celebrate the relaxation of coronavirus restrictions in Australia and New Zealand.

Jun 18, 2020

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One metre or two? The science behind social distancing

What constitutes a safe distance when it comes to the spread of COVID-19? The answer depends on where you live.

Jun 18, 2020

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Adults remain at home despite lockdown easing

People in the UK are continuing to spend several days a week at home, despite lockdown measures being eased, finds UCL's COVID-19 social study.

Jun 18, 2020

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Comparison of contraceptive pills reveals differences in adverse metabolic effects between different estrogen compounds

A joint study by the University of Oulu and University of Helsinki, Finland, compared the effects of two different types of estrogen in combined contraceptives (COCs) on blood inflammatory markers and lipid levels. Similar ...

Jun 18, 2020

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