Science & Health

COVID-19 vaccine FAQs: All your concerns about anti-viral jab answered by experts

From mild reactions to no side effects at all to adverse and severe complications, there are a lot many questions regarding Covid vaccines

Apr 22, 2021

Decoded: How different immune cells respond to Covid infection

The study, published in the journal Nature Medicine, found increased levels of B cells that produce antibodies that are found in mucus passages, such as the nose, in people with no symptoms.

Apr 21, 2021

Oral Remdesivir now offers non-invasive treatment of coronavirus [details here]

Injectable formulation of the anti-viral drug is being used for treating Covid patients in hospitals across the country under medical supervision.

Apr 20, 2021

HIV Breakthrough: Japanese Scientists Develop New 'Mimic' Molecule; Tricks HIV Into Not Attacking Body's Cells

Scientists from the Tokyo Medical and Dental University (TMDU), researchers have reported the development of small molecules that can trick the HIV virus from attaching itself to the surface of immune cells and invading them

Apr 17, 2021

Coronavirus doesn't infect brain, yet causes considerable damage; new study shows

According to the paper, which is the largest published report detailing COVID-19 brain autopsies involving over 40 patients, there were no signs of the virus in the brain cells of the afflicted.

Apr 17, 2021

How does Remdesivir work; functioning of COVID-19 drug explained

Remdesivir, a broad-spectrum antiviral drug, from Gilead Sciences, is witnessing a resurgence in demand in India following the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic. Here, we trace the drug's journey in helping fight the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus.

Apr 16, 2021

Third vaccine dose likely needed within 12 months, annual jabs later: Pfizer CEO

Pfizer CEO said that it is possible people will need to get vaccinated against the coronavirus annually, reports Xinhua news agency.

Apr 16, 2021

Prior to Covaxin, Bharat Biotech focused on many indigenous vaccines

Hyderabad-based Bharat Biotech played an integral role in the development of India's many indigenous vaccines prior to Covaxin

Apr 15, 2021

Parents beware; COVID second wave hits Indian kids with severe symptoms [details]

Some kids are also reporting more severe complications like multisystem inflammatory syndrome (MIS-C) -- a rare inflammatory condition with persistent fever. It generally occurs 2-4 weeks after the onset of Covid.

Apr 15, 2021

Physical inactivity and COVID-19 a deadly combo; higher risk of death in patients

Other than being over the age of 60 or having a history of organ transplant, being consistently inactive conferred the highest risk for death from Covid-19.

Apr 15, 2021

Superbug Killer is Here: Australian Scientists Develop Nanotech to Destroy Lethal Bacteria and Fungi

Scientists at RMIT University, Australia, have developed a superbug-killing nanothin antimicrobial coating that can destroy lethal pathogens, including those exhibiting antimicrobial resistance

Apr 15, 2021

Smoking Cannabis Can Impair Vision, Warn Scientists; Call for Awareness

A new study by scientists from the University of Granada (UGR) has found that smoking cannabis can significantly affect visual functions

Apr 15, 2021

Probiotic Yogurt-based drug could treat COVID-19; Israeli Scientists claim breakthrough discovery

Israeli scientists from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU) have identified molecules in kefir—a probiotic—that can calm an inflammatory immune response known as 'cytokine storm', which affects individuals suffering from severe COVID-19.

Apr 14, 2021

Besides plastic pollution, ocean bacteria silently contribute with excess carbon release: Study

Scientists have discovered that sulfur-oxidizing bacteria on the seafloor can dissolve rocks and release carbon into the oceans and atmosphere.

Apr 13, 2021

India's third vaccine against COVID, Sputnik V has 91% efficacy; all your questions about vax answered

In a recent study, published in the journal The Lancet, the efficacy of Sputnik V was determined to be 91.6 per cent. The vaccine should be administered in two doses of 0.5 ml each with an interval of 21 days.

Apr 13, 2021

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Science & Health

COVID-19 vaccine FAQs: All your concerns about anti-viral jab answered by experts

Decoded: How different immune cells respond to Covid infection

Oral Remdesivir now offers non-invasive treatment of coronavirus [details here]

HIV Breakthrough: Japanese Scientists Develop New 'Mimic' Molecule; Tricks HIV Into Not Attacking Body's Cells

Coronavirus doesn't infect brain, yet causes considerable damage; new study shows

How does Remdesivir work; functioning of COVID-19 drug explained

Third vaccine dose likely needed within 12 months, annual jabs later: Pfizer CEO

Prior to Covaxin, Bharat Biotech focused on many indigenous vaccines

Parents beware; COVID second wave hits Indian kids with severe symptoms [details]

Physical inactivity and COVID-19 a deadly combo; higher risk of death in patients

Superbug Killer is Here: Australian Scientists Develop Nanotech to Destroy Lethal Bacteria and Fungi

Smoking Cannabis Can Impair Vision, Warn Scientists; Call for Awareness

Probiotic Yogurt-based drug could treat COVID-19; Israeli Scientists claim breakthrough discovery

Besides plastic pollution, ocean bacteria silently contribute with excess carbon release: Study

India's third vaccine against COVID, Sputnik V has 91% efficacy; all your questions about vax answered

Time for India to follow suit? France, Germany, Netherlands, US banned use of EVMs [here's why]

Dhanush's Captain Miller has no buyers in Telugu states? Here's why

Deepika Padukone is a sight to behold in velvet gown; attends Academy Museum Gala with Selena Gomez, Dua Lip [see pics]