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Cat drugs may fight coronavirus in humans, study says Two coronavirus drugs used in cats might help humans infected with novel coronavirus, according to a preliminary study recently published in the journal Nature.  via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2EH0mJV

Severe coronavirus disease, death 'rare' among kids, UK study finds Amid the pandemic, reports surfaced of COVID-19 cases and deaths among children and young people, though a new study from the UK highlights how rare these cases really are.  via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2QxMDb5

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Coronavirus projection for US forecasts 317,697 deaths by December A revised coronavirus death forecast for the United States, released Thursday, projects the nation will see a total of 317,697 virus-linked deaths by Dec. 1. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/34EIwlR

CDC director clarifies change in coronavirus testing guidelines after criticism In a Thursday statement, CDC Director Robert Redfield said that anyone who "needs" a test can still get one, although not everyone who wants one should get one. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3hz4kmo

Coronavirus particles can invade heart muscle tissue: report While studies amid the coronavirus pandemic have documented virus detection in heart tissues, more recent findings show the virus can invade myocytes, or cells within heart muscle tissue, too, per a new report. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2D2P02m

Coronavirus may travel through toilet and pipes: study The novel coronavirus may spread throughout buildings through toilets and drainpipes, according to a published report in the journal Environmental International. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3aZWmQX

Artificial pancreas maintained blood sugar levels in children with type 1 diabetes, study says An artificial pancreas system that can automatically monitor and regulate blood glucose levels in Type 1 diabetic children as young as six was found to be safe and effective, according to a study published in the New England Journal of Medicine. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3jnTBeW

Does a face mask protect me, or just the people around me? Does a face mask protect me, or just the people around me? via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3jqFCp3

Keep naps under an hour for better heart health, researcher says Snoozing for an hour or more may raise your risk of death and heart disease, a researcher says. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2EAa94G

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Insect repellent ingredient may kill coronavirus, study shows UK study found Citriodiol, an ingredient found in insect repellant can kill novel coronavirus via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2EzXuia

COVID-19 reinfections reported in the Netherlands, Belgium Two coronavirus patients in Europe have been reinfected with COVID-19 in a confirmed development one scientist called “not good news,” according to a report Wednesday. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/32yySOL

WHO official says coronavirus reinfection ‘possible’ A World Health Organization (WHO) official said on Wednesday that reinfection of the novel coronavirus is “possible.” via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2D2Mnh1

FDA authorizes $5 COVID-19 antigen test that's the size of a credit card The new antigen test is the first where results can be read directly from the testing card, the FDA said. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3hzLSKx

Animals most at risk for coronavirus include reindeer and dolphins, according to study The novel coronavirus is believed to originate in bats, according to experts, leading the authors of a recent study to look at what other members of the animal kingdom may be at risk for getting infected by SARS-CoV-2 and potentially spreading the virus. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3gtFlQ8

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Dementia underlying cause in 3 times more deaths in U.S. than currently reported, study concludes Dementia may be responsible for almost three times more deaths in the States United than what is being reported, according to a new study out of Boston University School of Public Health (BUSPH). via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2QqmTgB

These countries have never reported a coronavirus case These islands did what no other country managed to: Keep the coronavirus wholly out of their borders. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/32mjeGp

FDA issues emergency authorization for plasma to treat COVID-19 patients FDA authorizes use of convalescent plasma to treat coronavirus; Fox News contributor Dr. Nicole Saphier via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/32nIvA2

Africa now free of wild poliovirus, but polio threat remains Health authorities on Tuesday declared the African continent free of the wild poliovirus after decades of effort, though cases of vaccine-derived polio are still sparking outbreaks of the paralyzing disease in more than a dozen countries. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2QktoBE

Coronavirus outbreak linked to Washington state hospital unit grows An outbreak of the novel coronavirus linked to a hospital in Washington state continues to grow. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/34vLedb

Salmonella outbreak linked to peaches across 9 states, 2 Canadian provinces: CDC A salmonella outbreak linked to peaches has been reported across nine states and two provinces in Canada, officials say. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/2EwfUA7

New US coronavirus cases fall to lowest level in more than 2 months Fox News medical contributor Dr. Marc Siegel reacts to latest trend in coronavirus case numbers. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3je9R2d

AstraZeneca begins trial for coronavirus antibody treatment AstraZeneca announced on Tuesday that it has begun a Phase I trial for an antibody combo treatment against COVID-19.  via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3lruaLE

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Renowned epidemiologist sees 'massive disinformation campaign' against hydroxychloroquine Dr. Harvey Risch, professor of epidemiology in the Department of Epidemiology and Public Health at the Yale School of Public Health and Yale School of Medicine, joins Mark Levin on 'Life, Liberty & Levin.' via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/31l2pfy

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Foggy glasses, 'maskne' fixed with these simple tips Following safety guidelines to protect against coronavirus is necessary, but brings along a few minor inconveniences.  via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/31fLXx8

Colleges reopen on the east coast amid concerns of coronavirus Schools face challenges to prevent spread of COVID-19; Molly Line reports. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3gczvm1

California slammed by wildfires, heat, unhealthy smoky air Northern Californians were confronted with multiple threats as wildfires, unhealthy smoky air, extreme heat, the looming possibility of power outages and an ongoing pandemic forced many to weigh the risks of staying indoors or going outside. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/32e6xxn

Significant weight loss has same metabolic effects on diabetics from surgery or diet alone, study finds A recent study found that major weight loss — whether from surgery or diet — has the same metabolic benefits for diabetics. via FOX NEWS https://ift.tt/3l5TmXF