What are the symptoms caused by the Covid-19 virus, how does it spread, and should you call a doctor? What is Covid-19? It is caused by a member of the coronavirus family that has never been encountered before. Like other coronaviruses, it has transferred to humans from animals. The World ... Read More »
It heralds a rare success in the reversal of environmental damage and shows that global action can make a difference The ozone layer is continuing to heal and has the potential to fully recover, according to a new study. A scientific paper, published in Nature, heralds a rare success in the ... Read More »
The vast shutdown necessary to fight coronavirus in countries around the world has had rapid and profound impacts on the environment. In the UK, the shutdown has already seen a huge leap in air quality with measurements of toxic small particulate matter down by as much as 50 per cent ... Read More »
From antibody testing to virus mutations, here’s what we have learned this week Coronavirus has accelerated scientific developments to a wartime pace. Here are some of the significant advances this week. Antibody testing for all is on the horizon Cheap, reliable antibody tests that reveal whether someone has previously had ... Read More »
Stay aware of the latest information on the COVID-19 outbreak, available on the WHO website and through your national and local public health authority. Most people who become infected experience mild illness and recover, but it can be more severe for others. Take care of your health and protect others ... Read More »
While numerous doctors and scientists are currently studying coronavirus in an effort to learn more about the pandemic, there are still many unknowns about how the disease spreads. For example, we know that we should rigorously wash our hands and avoid touching our mouth, nose and eyes in an effort ... Read More »
The truth about how you can catch coronavirus, who is most vulnerable and what you can do to avoid infection Claim: ‘Face masks don’t work’ Wearing a face mask is certainly not an iron-clad guarantee that you won’t get sick – viruses can also transmit through the eyes and tiny ... Read More »
Although Trump’s claim about the drug was false it might play a role in tackling the pandemic Claims by Donald Trump regarding the effectiveness against coronavirus of an anti-malarial drug untested against the disease have led to it being hoarded as well as at least one death in the US ... Read More »
Covid-19 RNA was found on a cruise ship 17 days after passengers left. What are the risks of handling packages and groceries? More people are staying indoors to avoid contact with people potentially infected by Covid-19. But in light of a recent report from the US’s Centers for Disease Control ... Read More »
By Sandee LaMotte, CNN The main list of acute symptoms at this time is actually quite short and can appear anywhere from two to 14 days after exposure to the virus, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. “We’re emphasizing fever plus a notable lower respiratory tract ... Read More »
Lebanese Ministry of Information