Health

How to cut COVID risk in the car

Researchers at Swansea University have laid out a step-by-step guide to reduce exposure to the coronavirus when traveling by car, including some important and surprising advice on opening windows.

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Air travel responsible for spread of dengue through Asia

While the incidences of many other infectious diseases have declined over the past decade, the number of cases and outbreaks of dengue virus have continued to increase. The spread of dengue to new areas is likely due in large ...

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

New omicron variant stokes world fears, triggers travel bans

The discovery of a new coronavirus variant sent a chill through much of the world Friday as nations raced to halt air travel, markets fell sharply and scientists held emergency meetings to weigh the exact risks, which were ...

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Is it safe to fly during the coronavirus pandemic?

To prevent spread of the coronavirus during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has urged social-distancing measures. However, airports and airplanes are not designed for maintaining the ...

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