Coronavirus

Scientists are looking to llamas to help curb the spread of the deadly Covid-19 pandemic.They are extracting antibodies from llamas to test the development of both treatments and diagnostic tests.This project is in its infancy.In the United Kingdom, as elsewhere, the search is on for effective treatments to combat the novel coronavirus. And in Reading,…

An undisclosed number of military health workers touched down in Port Elizabeth on Sunday.Eastern Cape hospitals have been struggling to cope with the influx of Covid-19 patients, as staff at some hospitals embark on go-slows.The deployment came days after Premier Oscar Mabuyane admitted hospitals were "overwhelmed" and requested aid.The SA National Defence Force's (SANDF) Military…

Concerns were raised about the capacity of public and private hospitals in Gauteng to deal with Covid-19 patients.While public hospitals aren't full, many are said to be stretched.Three major private hospital groups described a WhatsApp message, claiming private hospitals were placed on divert status, as "fake".As a surge in Covid-19 cases hits Gauteng, South Africa's…

CLOSEThis is a breaking news story and will be updated throughout the day Saturday, July 4. This story is part of the Reno Gazette Journal’s essential COVID-19 coverage and is being provided for free. Please consider subscribing to the RGJ to support our work.29 residents and staff from of Nevada Veterans Home have COVID-19This item has been updated…

coronavirus (COVID-19) cases linked to a Lansing veterinary clinic, with even more people likely exposed.Officials say at least three people who visited Riverfront Animal Hospital between June 23-July 2 have tested positive for the virus. Anyone who went to the clinic between those dates should watch for COVID-19 symptoms, which may develop up to 14…