SCIENCE

The coronavirus outbreak not only has wreaked havoc in communities around the world but also has created an atmosphere of uncertainty. During these times, some may be tempted to drown their sorrows in alcoholic beverages. This is not a good idea as they might be putting themselves at a bigger risk by turning to alcohol.

UK Government science advisers are proposing that the country should remain in lockdown for one year. Scientists who advised Prime Minister Boris Johnson to implement social distancing rules see a one-year lockdown as among the options on the table.

News outlets are full of news stories about the rate that coronavirus is spreading, how many have been infected, and how many died. Only a few talks about the rate of recovery or even its numbers showing how many people have already recovered. There is also little talk about how these people were able to recover from COVID-19 infection. So how do they recover?

Experts are studying if the generic blood pressure drug Losartan can help fight the deadly coronavirus.

The rapid spread of coronavirus is showing no signs of abating with the latest confirmed cases of infection now standing at 247,595 and the death toll passing the 10,000th mark. Health experts say unless governments impose stricter measures in containing the spread of coronavirus, it will continue to wreak havoc. Why is it called coronavirus anyway, and what does the term "corona" mean?

The rapid spread of the deadly coronavirus has caused alarm and panic worldwide. It has caused governments to order a lockdown on specific areas in an attempt to contain the virus. With the looming threat of a COVID-19 infection at an all-time high, knowing what signs to look out for is very important.

There are now 3,269 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the UK, of which 144 has already died and another 20 classified as in serious condition. Health officials have been putting out warnings to everyone since January and also revealed the most common symptoms of COVID-19 infection. These include having a high temperature and having a new, continuous cough. What is a continuous cough?

Those with high blood pressure and a few other underlying conditions have been warned to take extra precautions during this pandemic situation.

Susan Kane from Washington has revealed how the drug remdesvir relieved coronavirus symptoms almost immediately

The rapid spread of the coronavirus has caused everyone to be gripped with fear. It intensified when experts reveal that the virus can live on various types of surfaces from several hours to a couple of days. The revelation caused everyone to avoid touching things in fear that they may get infected. This can be bad news for those going to the gym.

The coronavirus outbreak has proven to be very deadly, with over 10,000 fatalities worldwide. The virus can be lethal to those who are 70 years old and above, as well as those with existing medical conditions. To protect the vulnerable, the government has asked them to observe social distancing measures for up to 12 weeks. Such measure, however, may also affect their mental health.

Persons who are considered most at risk of developing severe illness are now being prioritized for coronavirus testing. Because of the insufficiency of test kits in hospitals, people have started looking elsewhere and found a home testing kit that sells for £375. Consumers are, however, be warned against these test kits as many of them have shown a negative result when, in fact, the person being tested is positive for the virus.

The deadly COVID0-19 continues to wreak havoc in nearly 200 countries around the world. As of posting, it has already infected 245,849 people around the globe and has claimed the lives of 10,047 patients. These disturbing developments have forced governments to impose drastic measures like advising people to avoid crowded places and for those showing even the mildest symptoms to self-isolate. How long should one isolate?

NASA will temporarily shut down two of its rocket testing and production centers in Michoud Assembly Facility in New Orleans and the nearby Stennis Space Center in Mississippi.

Evidence suggests the forgeries were deliberately made.

The pollutant declines coincide with Lunar New Year and the strict restrictions related to COVID-19

NASA’s automated asteroid tracking system has detected four near-Earth objects that are expected to approach the planet this weekend.

As the closest planet to the Sun, Mercury is certainly one of the hottest planets in the Solar System.

The Hayabusa2 spacecraft launched by the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) recently fired a cannonball at the asteroid Ryugu.

NASA has released an update regarding the first human launch of SpaceX’s Dragon spacecraft to the International Space Station (ISS).

NASA has successfully installed and tested two key components that will allow the Mars 2020 rover to collect soil and rock samples from the Red Planet.

NASA’s Center for Near-Earth Object Studies (CNEOS) is currently monitoring a massive asteroid that’s expected to approach Earth tomorrow.

As the number of confirmed COVID-19 infections continues on climbing, there is a need to keep your immune system strong. This is your primary defense as you face the specter of having to fight off a coronavirus infection. What can you do to help boost your immune system?

In the last 24 hours, the government response in the UK has become more stringent as the death toll continues to creep up. With everybody on the lookout for coronavirus symptoms, identifying such has become more crucial than ever. One lesser-known coronavirus sign can be seen when going to the toilet.

Polluted air can worsen your chances of developing COVID-19.

Breast milk is the best source of nutrition for infants. But, is it safe to breastfeed if you are infected with COVID-19?

Coronavirus has caused a great deal of panic in many countries around the world. It stoked more fears when health experts said that those with existing health conditions are at high risk if they catch the infection. Recently, government and health officials released a list of those deemed to be particularly vulnerable if they get infected with COVID-19. The list included the elderly and people suffering from autoimmune diseases. Are you among them?

High blood pressure or hypertension is oftentimes called the silent killer because you may not know that you have it until it is too late. Having high blood pressure consistently can put a person at risk of many life-threatening conditions. Today, health experts reveal that hypertension could increase the risk of dying from COVID-19.

Scientists are in a mad scramble to develop new treatments and testing methods in the battle against the killer COVID-19. Research teams have shown signs of progress, allowing the world to have a glimpse of the first signs of light in a darkened and troubled world.