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Share on PinterestAccording to a recent study, paper towels remove viruses more effectively than jet dryers. Hand washing is a vital tool in the fight against COVID-19. Scientists have demonstrated that a good hand washing regimen can significantly slow the progress of an outbreak.However, there is more than one way to clean your hands, and…

Share on PinterestAre CT scans a viable diagnostic tool for COVID-19? Two experts tell us about the pros and cons.As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to claim lives across the globe, early diagnosis of people with SARS-CoV-2 is essential. Once a person has received a diagnosis, limiting their physical contact with others is one way to…

Share on PinterestNurses are particularly susceptible to insomnia and anxiety during the pandemic, new research shows.Stay informed with live updates on the current COVID-19 outbreak and visit our coronavirus hub for more advice on prevention and treatment.A new study by researchers in China has demonstrated the prevalence of insomnia, stress, and associated mental health issues…

Share on PinterestNew research suggests that the new coronavirus has affected a higher number of children than researchers initially thought.According to a study paper newly published in the Journal of Public Health Management & Practice, officials may have been underestimating the impact of SARS-CoV-2 on children.Researchers from the Women’s Institute for Independent Social Enquiry in…

Share on PinterestNew research indicates that an existing antiparasitic drug may efficiently fight the new coronavirus.As the race toward an efficient treatment for coronavirus disease 19 (COVID-19) continues, researchers are experimenting with new and old drugs alike.A study paper recently published in the journal Antiviral Research indicates that investigators from the Victorian Infectious Diseases Reference…