COVID-19: Is the UK variant of the coronavirus more deadly?

In September 2020, scientists identified a more contagious variant of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, in southern England. An analysis now suggests that the risk of dying for people who contract the new variant is around 35% higher compared with those who acquired preexisting variants. Other researchers caution that the results are preliminary and […]

Is there a link between thunderstorms and an increase in ER visits?

A new study has found an association between thunderstorms and an increase in the number of older adults seeking emergency care for respiratory issues. New research has found that older adults with respiratory issues are more likely to need emergency medical care on the eve of a thunderstorm. The research, published as a letter in […]