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Mar 30, 2022 … TORONTO, Ontario — Could ultraviolet light wipe out HIV with the flip of a switch? A new study reveals UV-LED lights have the ability to not only destroy various strains of coronavirus, but also eliminate HIV. Christina Guzzo from the University of Toronto Scarborough says UV-LED lights alternate between white light and virus-decontaminating ultraviolet (UV) light.…

Nov 23, 2021 … ZURICH, Switzerland — The word “coronavirus” is now synonymous with the COVID-19 pandemic, but largely harmless coronaviruses capable of infecting humans have been around for decades. Now, researchers from the University of Zurich report prior exposure to mild coronaviruses actually provides a certain degree of immunity against SARS-CoV-2, the virus causing COVID-19. “People who have had…

Oct 15, 2021 … SUITA, Japan — Scientists have recently developed a vaccine that could end pandemics caused by diseases that emerge in animals, a new study reveals. In experiments, the vaccine halted five different types of coronaviruses in their tracks — including COVID-19. COVID has already claimed around five million lives worldwide. Health officials warn that viruses jumping…

Aug 07, 2021 … PHOENIX, Ariz. — Two-thirds of people who experience moderate coronavirus symptoms end up with so-called “long COVID,” scientists warn. COVID-19 symptoms, like a loss of taste and smell, stick around for more than 30 days in the majority of mild cases, according to a new study. Existing research on the long term effects of the virus…

Jun 26, 2021 … QUEENSLAND, Australia — A coronavirus pandemic broke out in East Asia 20,000 years ago, a new gene study reveals. Scientists say that many Asian people can trace their ancestry back to people who survived a Covid outbreak aeons ago. Roughly 20,000 years ago, the world was thawing from an Ice Age. Many of the ice…

Jun 17, 2021 … CHICAGO, Ill. — The coronavirus pandemic is still here, but scientists are already preparing for the next one, if a disturbing trend continues. Researchers at Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine say a seven-year pattern is emerging, dating back to 2004, which could signal that another coronavirus outbreak may arrive in 2028. Luckily, along with those…

May 19, 2021 … RIVERSIDE, Calif. — Although many regions are rolling back their COVID-19 mask requirements, there are still plenty of situations which call for extra protection. Now, researchers have developed a nano-fiber filter using polymer nano-threads which can capture 99.9 percent of all coronavirus aerosols they encounter. That’s far more protection than any current mask can provide. “Our…

Apr 28, 2021 … LUBBOCK, Texas — For some COVID-19 patients, getting over their infection is just the beginning of the recovery. Over the last year, COVID “long haulers” have continued experiencing a variety of symptoms months after the virus clears. These include anything from skin problems, to shortness of breath, to losing the sense of taste or smell. Now,…

Apr 19, 2021 … CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. — Despite millions already receiving the COVID-19 vaccine, many worry if their version will defend against new coronavirus strains. Luckily, scientists are closing in on a potential universal answer to the pandemic. Researchers in Virginia say a new vaccine which may protect against existing and future strains is showing promising results in animal…

Apr 15, 2021 … LANCASHIRE, England — The word “coronavirus” has quickly become one of the most dreaded terms in our collective vernacular. Now, it appears even dogs have reason to despise the word. Researchers from Lancaster University say a canine mystery illness reported by many vets in recent years is caused by an animal coronavirus variety. The main symptom…

Mar 20, 2021 … NEW YORK — While hunger and poverty are not new issues in America, a new study finds many are facing these challenges for the first time during the coronavirus pandemic. Six in 10 Americans say they have faced “food insecurity” at some point in their lives. Of those, 73 percent experienced it for the first time…

Mar 06, 2021 … WASHINGTON — There’s plenty of research linking various underlying conditions to coronavirus infection. Now, evidence shows your blood classification could play a role too. People with blood type A are at greater risk of contracting COVID-19, warns a new study. More than a third of people belong to the blood type, making them more likely…

Feb 26, 2021 … ROCKVILLE, Md. — Unlike past coronavirus outbreaks, COVID-19 has kept the world locked down for over a year. Its unnerving infection rate, which has led to over 100 million cases worldwide, surpasses even the SARS epidemic of 2003. Now, a new study has discovered what makes this new strain so much more contagious than its…

Feb 17, 2021 … CHICAGO, Ill. — COVID-19 can trigger a host of different side-effects in patients. Since the start of the pandemic, doctors have reported seeing patients with swelling of the fingers and toes to even more extreme cases such as hearing loss. Now, a new study is confirming that the virus is causing the body’s own immune…

Feb 17, 2021 … NEW YORK — For the first time ever, scientists have developed a universal coronavirus antibody test. Researchers from Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health and SunYat-Sen University in China say the new exam is capable of detecting and differentiating between all known human-infecting coronaviruses, even the newest SARS-CoV-2 strains and its mutations. The word “coronavirus”…

Feb 10, 2021 … PHILADELPHIA, Pa. — Studies have suggested that if you have a cold, it’s very unlikely you’ll get another illness like the flu at the same time. In that same light, there’s been some speculation that developing antibodies to less harmful coronavirus strains will protect the body from COVID-19. Unfortunately, a new study finds this probably…

Feb 07, 2021 … LONDON — As millions prepare to receive their coronavirus vaccine, fears are growing of a new variant strain of SARS-CoV-2 detected in the United States and England. This new variant, dubbed B.1.1.7, could be more contagious than previous strains of the coronavirus, but a new report is at least bringing some positivity into 2021. Researchers from…

Dec 23, 2020 … SEATTLE, Wash. — There have been many reports this year of recovering COVID-19 patients struggling with lingering, neurological issues like “brain fog” and overall mental fatigue. While it’s been discussed for some time that SARS-CoV-2 may have adverse effects on the brain, the “how” and “why” of this relationship has remained a mystery – until…

Dec 14, 2020 … BERKELEY, Calif. — The demand for testing during the coronavirus pandemic has put a strain on medical centers around the world. As scientists work to simplify the process, a team in California has come up with a way to spot the virus using an ordinary cell phone camera. Using a special device attached to a…

Dec 01, 2020 … BERLIN, Germany — Throughout the coronavirus pandemic, the fear has been COVID-19 reaching a patient’s respiratory system and damaging the lungs. A new study finds the virus can also enter a person’s brain through their nose. Researchers in Germany say this explains symptoms including loss of smell and taste, headaches, fatigue, nausea, and dizziness. In…

Nov 16, 2020 … DAVIS, Calif. — For people who don’t like to keep boxes of disposable face masks at home, a reusable cloth covering is a popular option. While these may be comfortable and easy to wash during the coronavirus pandemic, viruses or bacteria can stick to them and spread to users when they touch their masks. Now,…