PhotobyTawat/Shutterstock Sheena Cruickshank, University of Manchester SARS-CoV-2 – the virus that causes COVID-19 – belongs to the family of betacoronaviruses that cause everything from the common cold to Mers (which kills about one in three people infected). Despite causing a wide range of symptoms, these viruses all share similarities. If they’re similar enough, could one… Read More »
Campus life won’t be quite as carefree as it used to be, thanks to coronavirus. Colleges are gearing up to kick off the fall semester, but because coronavirus is still very much with us, their “welcome back” announcements will be quite a bit different this year. New school policies and student responsibilities to mitigate COVID-19… Read More »
Regular vaginal discharge is a sign of a healthy female reproductive system. Normal vaginal discharge contains a mixture of cervical mucus, vaginal fluid, dead cells, and bacteria. Females may experience heavy vaginal discharge from arousal or during ovulation. However, excessive vaginal discharge that smells bad or looks unusual can indicate an underlying condition. This articles… Read More »
Learn about the many health benefits of swimming! Summer means it’s hot outside, and you can’t spend more than a few moments in the sun without wanting to cool down with a swim. Swimming is part of the fabric of summertime, the activity around which we gather at beaches and pools. This summer, we encourage… Read More »
CBD, which stands for cannabidiol, is an active ingredient of the cannabis plant that is being used by over 500 million people across the globe. When it was discovered in the early 19th century, it became a rage across the world. Currently, CBD is enjoyed in many households across the globe in different forms. Traditionally,… Read More »
New research from Wuhan, China shows that, in patients with COVID-19 but without a previous diagnosis of diabetes, abnormally high blood sugar is associated with more than double the risk of death and also an increased risk of severe complications. The study is by Dr Yang Jin, Union Hospital and Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University… Read More »