Archive: 27/07/2020

Here's what we know so far about the long-term symptoms of COVID-19

We're now all too familiar with the common symptoms of COVID-19: a fever, dry cough, and fatigue. Some people also experience aches and pains, a sore throat, and loss of taste or smell.

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It's easy to judge. But some people really can't wear a mask

Victoria's chief health officer Brett Sutton said recently there were good reasons why some people can't wear a mask:

Jul 27, 2020

Rates of diabetes in pregnancy continue to rise in the Northern Territory

The burden of diabetes in pregnancy has grown substantially in the Northern Territory (NT) over three decades and is contributing to more babies being born at higher than expected birthweights according to a new study.

Jul 27, 2020

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Link between kidney dysfunction and premature births

Women with prepregnancy kidney dysfunction are at increased risk of preterm (premature) birth and other complications, especially women with chronic kidney disease, found new research published in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association ...

Jul 27, 2020

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More questions than answers as Canada's immunity task force releases initial results

Initial results of a study of blood donors have provided a first glimpse into how many Canadian adults have been infected with SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19.

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Women in health care at increased risk for stress, burnout and depression during COVID-19

Female health-care workers—who comprise 80 percent of Canada's health workforce—are at increased risk for stress, burnout and depression during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a study led by researchers at the University ...

Jul 27, 2020

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Autonomous wayfinding device for visually impaired people unable to home a guide dog

For some, not having a service dog is a choice as they are content with navigating their surroundings using other methods, but for others it is not even an option due to prohibiting lifestyle reasons—such as allergies, ...

Jul 27, 2020

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Internet searches provide real-time estimate of Lyme disease risk

Lyme disease season is well underway. How much of a risk do we face for this tick-borne illness? A new method dubbed Lymelight, developed by researchers at Boston Children's Hospital and Google, can accurately estimate Lyme ...

Jul 27, 2020

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COVID-19 antibodies can decline over time, research suggests

Antibody responses to SARS-CoV-2 can peak three weeks post onset of symptoms but begin to decline after as little as 2-3 months, according to research by King's.

Jul 27, 2020

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Drug target for aggressive breast cancer found

A team of British and American scientists have discovered a way to slow the growth of breast cancer stem cells in the lab.

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