New research shows risk of COVID-19 from aerosols to healthcare workers
Analysis shows coughing, deep breathing and shouting creates more than 100-fold greater amounts of aerosols than oxygen therapies, potentially increasing risk to frontline staff who wear only surgical…
Using A Public Restroom? Mask Up!
Think you don’t need to worry about COVID-19 while using a public restroom? A group of researchers from Yangzhou University in China recently reported that flushing public restroom…
THE LANCET – First human trial of COVID-19 vaccine finds it is safe and induces rapid immune response
Study of 108 adults finds vaccine produced neutralising antibodies and T-cell response against SARS-CoV-2, but further research is needed to confirm whether the vaccine protects against SARS-COV-2 infection
WHO-recommended disinfectants are effective against novel coronavirus
When used correctly, both alcohol-based hand disinfectants recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO) are effective against the novel coronavirus Sars-Cov-2, as confirmed by an international research team…
Face masks could protect vulnerable people against Coronavirus
Wearing a face-mask while out-and-about on public transport, in shops and in crowded places could help protect people from COVID-19 – according to new research from the University…