After infection with SARS-CoV-2, where does the immune system store the memory to provide long-term protection against reinfection? Though numerous studies have examined blood to track immune responses to SARS-CoV-2, a new study of COVID survivors shows that the memory of the infection is primarily stored in T and B cells within the lung and […]
China kills 3 housecats that tested positive for COVID-19
A city in northern China has killed three housecats after they tested positive for COVID-19, according to a local media report Wednesday, as the country takes increasingly strict measures to contain new outbreaks. The authorities in Harbin, where 75 cases have recently been discovered, said the action was taken because there was no available treatment […]
Researchers release masks that instantaneously deactivate SARS-CoV-2
The Catholic University of Valencia and Valencian company Visor Medical, manufacturer of preventive health technology for innovation, have released a type IIR surgical mask with an intelligent fabric that can instantaneously deactivate the SARS-COV-2 virus that is responsible for COVID19. The intelligent fabric of these masks has been created thanks to the work of a […]
The Gear That Helps UFC Heavyweight Champ Francis Ngannou Stay Centered
When Francis Ngannou won the UFC heavyweight title earlier this year, the fighter didn’t splurge on anything gaudy. “I went home, and when I got there, the love that I received is something that all the money cannot buy,” says Ngannou, 35, who grew up in poverty in Cameroon. “Billionaires would love to have that, […]
The TikTok Therapist That Gives The Best Relationship Advice
Modern dating is a constant experiment with technology. We’re navigating intimacy through left and right swipes on dating apps, increasing snap scores and pervasive hookup culture. We have access to a record number of people whom we may not have met without technology (via Bloomberg) and yet know more about before the date than after. […]
These Are The Spices That Help Decrease Inflammation
Fighting inflammation is a serious undertaking. Noted as an underlying cause behind various health issues, inflammation can cause anything from heart disease to cancer and autoimmune issues. Lifestyle choices such as your diet are critical in fighting this issue and keeping your body healthy. Luckily, a few spices are active inflammation-busting ingredients and you can add […]
Hard Lessons From a City That Tried to Privatize Public Health
If you were growing up in Detroit in the 1970s or ’80s, chances are you knew the city’s Herman Kiefer public health complex by both sight and reputation. Opened at the turn of the century and later enhanced by renowned industrial architect Albert Kahn, the imposing brick complex was named after a local infectious disease […]
The Athleisure Shorts That Are Blowing Up On TikTok
As the weather warms up, you’re probably looking for some comfortable, stylish shorts to beat the heat. Many celebrities and influencers share their favorite pieces on TikTok, which builds lots of buzz and also causes some of the best TikTok trends to sell out occasionally. No doubt you’ve heard of the famous TikTok leggings from Amazon […]
Antibodies that enhance SARS-CoV-2 infection—a possible factor for severe COVID-19
A research group from Osaka University led by Professor Hisashi Arase and consisting of researchers from the Research Institute for Microbial Diseases, the Institute for Protein Research, the Immunology Frontier Research Center, the Center for Infectious Diseases, and the Graduate School of Medicine has discovered for the first time that both neutralizing antibodies that protect […]
Trendy Bathroom Products That Are Really Worth The Hype, According To Reviews
Are you tired of buying nifty bathroom decor that turns out to be useless junk? Fortunately, we’ve found the products that are actually worth your money. These fun and unique tools are not just conversation starters. They’re functional, and can quickly brighten up the look and feel of your bathroom — after all, who doesn’t […]