Science & Health

Covishield gets 'recognised' by Germany; it's not same as EU Green Pass: What does that mean? [details]

German Ambassador to India Walter J Lindner agreed that travel ban was a harsh measure but said that's the only way to prevent the massive influx of new variants.

Jul 2, 2021

COVID-19 vaccine reduces severity of disease; lowers viral load, length of infection [details]

According to a new study, individuals who develop COVID-19 in spite of vaccination are likely to experience milder symptoms, undergo a shorter duration of infection, and have lower viral loads.

Jul 1, 2021

Doctors Day: Trans doctors' need for health equity gives birth to Trans Care India; platform to make medical curriculum inclusive

It is said that a sign of a good civilization is how it treats its weakest. Dr. Aqsa Shaikh feels that the sign of a good healthcare system is how it cares for its most vulnerable patients; in this context, transgender patients. On National Doctors' Day, IBTimes focuses on this small yet growing community of Trans doctors and medical professionals and how a public health research NGO Sangath has joined hands with doctors to pave way for better means of Trans care in the country.

Jul 1, 2021

Sputnik Light phase 3 trial denied in India; why Dr Reddy's didn't get approval for Russia's single shot vaccine

So far, the Phase 3 trials of Sputnik Light have been conducted in Russia, Ghana and UAE. The expert committee did not find any scientific basis to conduct Phase 3 trials since the immunogenicity data available from the first dose trial was not so great.

Jul 1, 2021

Ancient Strain of Plague Discovered in 5000-yr-old Human Remains; How Different Was It From Medieval Black Death [Study]

According to a new study, genetic analysis of 5000-year-old human remains revealed that this ancient strain of Y. pestis was probably less lethal than its form that ravaged medieval Europe in the 14th century.

Jun 30, 2021

World Asteroid Day: Will a rogue space rock wipe out life from earth? Experts answer

Several space experts strongly believe that life on earth could be wiped out one day or another by a rogue asteroid from deep space

Jun 30, 2021

India logs 45,951 new Covid cases in 24 hrs; Global caseload tops 181.7mn

India reported 45,591 new cases as global cases surge to 181.7million

Jun 30, 2021

Crucial mutation in Alpha variant increases infectivity; helps overcome weaknesses of COVID [details]

According to a new multi-institutional study, the deletion of two amino acids from its notorious spike protein helps it invade cells better and infect them with improved efficiency.

Jun 29, 2021

Nutritionist Aanchal Chugh shares 8 tips to boost immunity against Covid-19

Aanchal Chugh said A good diet must be followed by an exercise routine. Regular exercise for at least 45 mins or walking 10,000 steps a day can go a long way in releasing toxins

Jun 29, 2021

Taking the world of fitness to greater success levels is a top fitness model and entrepreneur, Amer Kamra

Amer Kamra said During the pandemic, he thought it was a great idea to reach people on the web and coach them right to make them fall in love with fitness.

Jun 29, 2021

Unique 'Spider Web' Mechanism that Traps, Kills Viruses Discovered; Holds Potential for COVID-19 Vaccine Development [Study]

According to a multi-institutional study, neutrophils utilize a unique mechanism that functions like a 'spider-web' that traps and kills viruses, including the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus; showing potential for implementation in the development of COVID-19 vaccines.

Jun 29, 2021

Covishield not in EU travel Green Pass list as not applied for approval, says Poonawalla; Exploring diplomatic channels now

Only four vaccines are currently recognised by European Union's vaccine passport programme, while Covishield is yet to file an application for approval

Jun 28, 2021

New spike mutations in Alpha, Beta variants of COVID-19 found; more infectious, evasive [Study]

According to the multi-institutional study, the spike protein of the Alpha (B.1.1.7 -UK) and Beta (B.1.351-South Africa) variants—both VOCs—have acquired structural changes that make them more lethal.

Jun 27, 2021

COVID-19 on hospital surfaces may not cause infection; low chances of transmission [details]

An interdisciplinary team of scientists from UC Davis has confirmed that hospital surfaces contaminated with the SARS-CoV-2 may not serve as a major route of transmission of COVID-19.

Jun 27, 2021

Still no taste, smell after recovering from COVID; it may take a year [details]

The loss of smell can severely impact a person's quality of life, making it extremely difficult to taste foods, detect airborne hazards in the environment and carry out other functions dependent on the senses.

Jun 27, 2021