Archive: 26/02/2021

Study advances field of precision medicine

Researchers at Oregon Health & Science University have demonstrated a new method of quickly mapping the genome of single cells, while also clarifying the spatial position of the cells within the body.

Feb 26, 2021

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The key to proper muscle growth

When a muscle grows, because its owner is still growing too or has started exercising regularly, some of the stem cells in this muscle develop into new muscle cells. The same thing happens when an injured muscle starts to ...

Feb 26, 2021

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Seafaring nightmare: Aerosol transmission drove SARS-CoV-2's spread aboard a star-crossed cruise ship

Among the many startling images of the early coronavirus pandemic were the luxury cruise ships that garnered the nickname "floating incubators."

Feb 26, 2021 feature

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UK to focus on age, not occupation for next vaccines

Britain's next phase of coronavirus vaccines will be administered based on age rather than occupational risk, an advisory group said Friday, sparking anger from police and teachers who said they should get priority.

Feb 26, 2021

Third US vaccine could raise question: Which shots are best?

The nation is poised to get a third vaccine against COVID-19, but because at first glance the Johnson & Johnson shot may not be seen as equal to other options, health officials are girding for the question: Which one is best?

Feb 26, 2021

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Common antidepressants won't raise risk for bleeding strokes, shows new study

The most widely prescribed antidepressants in the United States don't appear to increase the risk of the deadliest type of stroke, according to a new preliminary study.

Feb 26, 2021

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Menthols lured 10 million Americans to smoking since 1980, study shows

Menthol cigarettes helped lure about 10 million extra Americans into smoking over 38 years, with often deadly results, according to a new study.

Feb 26, 2021

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In israel, widespread vaccination slashes severe COVID cases in older patients

Israel is among the first nations in the world to have a majority of its citizens vaccinated against the new coronavirus. That effort may be already paying off, with rates of severe COVID-19 cases declining by two-thirds ...

Feb 26, 2021

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Pandemic is hitting hospitals hard, including their bottom line

U.S. hospitals are expected to lose billions again in 2021, leaving them in dire financial shape as the COVID-19 pandemic guts the industry for a second year.

Feb 26, 2021

Mental health epidemic threatens communities of color amid COVID-19

Communities of color face a burgeoning wave of mental health problems as a result of how the COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way people interact and grieve, experts warn.

Feb 26, 2021

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