Coronavirus introduced into Russia at least 67 times A research team from HSE University and SkolTech, together with experts from the Smorodintsev Research Institute of Influenza in St. Petersburg and the RAS Kharkevich Institute for Information Transmission Problems (IITP) ... Jan 28, 2021 0 3
Mexico's new daily record of almost 28,000 coronavirus cases Mexico posted its highest one-day total of newly confirmed coronavirus cases Wednesday, with 27,944 infections, and a near-record 1,623 confirmed deaths. Jan 28, 2021 0 1
Vietnam reports first virus outbreak in nearly two months Vietnam recorded its first coronavirus outbreak in almost two months on Thursday, with more than 80 new cases reported as authorities began testing tens of thousands of people to contain the spread. Jan 28, 2021 0 3
First hybrid gene therapy shows early promise in treating long QT syndrome In a new study published in Circulation, Mayo Clinic researchers provide the first preclinical, proof-of-concept study for hybrid gene therapy in long QT syndrome, a potentially lethal heart rhythm condition. Jan 28, 2021 0 3
India eases curbs further as COVID-19 cases tumble India has further eased coronavirus restrictions, bucking the trend in many other countries as the huge Asian nation's infection and death numbers fall sharply. Jan 28, 2021 0 5
Alcohol causes immediate effects linked to heart malady A daily alcoholic drink for women or two for men might be good for heart health, compared to drinking more or not drinking at all. But while there is some evidence that drinking in moderation might prevent heart attacks, ... Jan 28, 2021 1 326
China's virus vigilance trashes travel plans for millions The travel plans of millions were thrown into disarray Thursday by cancelled trains, flights and Chinese government 'advice' to stay at home ahead of the Lunar New Year, a sign of China's determination to keep virus cases ... Jan 28, 2021 0 2
Pfizer/BioNTech say vaccine effective against UK, SAfrica virus mutations The vaccine made by Pfizer and BioNTech appears to retain its effectiveness against coronavirus mutations in worrying new variants that have emerged recently in Britain and South Africa, the firms said Thursday. Jan 28, 2021 0 12
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Explainer: Why it's hard to make vaccines and boost supplies With demand for COVID-19 vaccines outpacing the world's supplies, a frustrated public and policymakers want to know: How can we get more? A lot more. Right away. Jan 28, 2021 0 2