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An expert debunks myths about wearing face masks to combat the coronavirus
Masks do not reduce blood oxygen levels or increase carbon dioxide levels, a UC San Francisco infectious disease specialist says.
Prediabetes linked to increased risk of heart disease and early death
Prediabetes is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease and death in both the general population and in patients with a history of heart problems, finds a new review.
Dietary Guidelines are not compatible with global health and environmental targets
Most dietary guidelines are not compatible with global health and environmental targets, finds a new analysis.
San Francisco's coronavirus surge worsens, now on state watchlist
San Francisco is now on the state's watch list because of rising COVID-19 hospitalizations. More businesses may have to close, mayor says.
School classrooms in most California counties won't open due to coronavirus surge
Schools will remain closed in 32 counties currently on California's COVID-19 monitoring list where public health conditions led state officials to require a variety of facilities to again close their...
Los Angeles County reports highest one-day total of new coronavirus cases
Los Angeles County reports 4,506 new coronavirus cases Thursday, breaking the record for a single-day increase for the second time this week.
Ticks that cause red meat allergies are spreading, and invasive fire ants may be our best hope
The lone star tick, common in the southeastern areas of the country, is a frequent carrier of the alpha-gal molecule. It can cause a meat allergy in humans. (NIAID /)If you’ve ever...
California worker safety agency 'missing in action' during the coronavirus, critics say
As global pandemic rages, vacancies and political inaction at Cal/OSHA are potentially endangering millions of workers, experts say.
Dangerous blood clots form in leg arteries of COVID-19 patients
COVID-19 is associated with life-threatening blood clots in the arteries of the legs, according to a new study. Researchers said COVID-19 patients with symptoms of inadequate blood supply to the...
Chest x-rays show more severe COVID-19 in non-white patients
Racial/ethnic minority patients admitted to the hospital with COVID-19 infection are more likely to have more severe disease on chest X-rays than white/non-Hispanic patients, increasing the likelihood of adverse outcomes,...
What will it take to make an effective vaccine for COVID-19?
Scientists are optimistic about our chance of success, but with a wide range of technologies and strategies in play, not all vaccines are alike
Vaporized cannabis may reduce sickle cell disease pain, study finds
Inhaled cannabis did not significantly reduce pain in hospitalized patients with sickle cell disease who also were treated with prescription opioid pain relievers, a study published Friday by JAMA Network...
Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg says cancer has returned
Supreme Court Associate Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg said Friday that her liver cancer has returned and she's receiving treatment.
Will telehealth services become the norm following COVID-19 pandemic?
Experts address whether the routine use of telehealth for patients with cancer could have long-lasting and unforeseen effects on the provision and quality of care.
Type 1 interferon deficiency: Biomarker of patients at risk of severe COVID-19
Which patients are more likely to develop a severe form of COVID-19? In a new study, researchers describe a unique and unexpected immunological phenotype in severe and critical patients.
An expert debunks myths about wearing face masks to combat the coronavirus
Masks do not reduce blood oxygen levels or increase carbon dioxide levels, a UC San Francisco infectious disease specialist says.
Where to get reliable COVID-19 data, now that the CDC doesn’t have it
Masks are just one tool against the pandemic — another crucial one is data. (Macau Photo Agency/Unsplash/)Follow all of PopSci’s COVID-19 coverage here, including tips on cleaning groceries, ways to tell if your...
Masks safe for most people with lung diseases, experts say
People with chronic lung disease may worry about being able to breathe freely with face masks, but they should wear the coverings if possible, four leading medical groups say.
COVID-19 outbreak declared in neonatal intensive care unit at St. Paul's Hospital in Vancouver
An outbreak of COVID-19 has been detected in the neonatal intensive care unit at St. Paul's Hospital in Vancouver, according to a notice from Vancouver Coastal Health.
Breakthrough blood test detects positive COVID-19 result in 20 minutes
Researchers report a new method that detects positive COVID-19 cases using blood samples in about 20 minutes, and identifies whether someone has contracted the virus.
55% in U.S. with health savings accounts haven't contributed in the past year, study finds
One in three Americans do not have a health savings account, and more than half that do haven't contributed to it in more than a year, according to an analysis...
Placenta may help shield fetus from COVID-19, studies suggest
Some key molecules used by the new coronavirus to cause infection aren't found in the placenta, which may explain why the virus is rarely detected in fetuses or newborns of...
A chemical tailor-made suit for Alzheimer's drugs
With over 1.2 million people affected in Germany alone and over 50 million people worldwide, Alzheimer's disease, also referred to simply as Alzheimer's, is one of the greatest medical and...
Study finds early Wuhan COVID cases largely undetected
Amodeling study looking at more than 32,000 confirmed coronavirus cases in Wuhan, China, offers fresh insights into features of the virus, including ease of transmission, effectiveness of nonpharmaceutical interventions such...
Antibacterial activewear? The claim is just as absurd as it sounds
Lorna Jane recently launched an "antiviral" line of its activewear, called "LJ Shield," generating significant backlash from medical professionals.
U.S. coronavirus data will now go straight to the White House. Here's what this means for the world
Led by physicians, scientists and epidemiologists, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is one of the most reliable sources of knowledge during disease outbreaks. But now, with...
Regional inequality is not decreasing in low and middle-income countries
Data from the United Nations has shown that inequality in human development between countries has been decreasing at a global level for years. However, new research shows that major differences...
Watch: Smokey Robinson surprises hospital maintenance housekeeper on 'Kimmel'
Smokey Robinson surprised a hospital maintenance housekeeper from Lancaster, Pa., on "Jimmy Kimmel Live," which was hosted by comedian Sebastian Maniscalco.