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Infections From COVID-19 Can Sometimes Be Made Worse By A Protein Called CD47

Scientists suggest that the intensity of COVID the virus in an individual is determined by one particular protein. People with greater amounts of CD47 protein on the surface of infected cells appear to be blocking the viral immune system. Researchers suggest…

September 26, 2021 · by Anna Daniels · 0

Treating COVID-19 With a Daily Pill Could Become Reality in Several Months

If there’s one thing everybody agrees with when it comes to the COVID pandemic, it’s that we all want it to end once and for all. It’s been over 18 months since the first outbreak of the virus, and medical…

September 26, 2021 · by Cristian Antonescu · 0

Reducing the Risk of Cognitive Decline: Consuming These Two Fruits Daily Will Do the Trick

Being very careful with what foods we consume is critical for maintaining good mental health. The old Latin phrase “Mens sana in corpore sano” confirms that the body is strongly related to the mind and vice versa. TimesofIndia.IndiaTimes.com writes about…

September 25, 2021 · by Cristian Antonescu · 0

“Miracle House” Remains Standing After Massive Volcanic Eruption

A powerful eruption of the Cumbre Vieja volcano has caused a lot of disorder in the Spanish island of La Palma. Hundreds of houses were destroyed, but one of them was mysteriously left standing in the middle of nowhere. Ada…

September 25, 2021 · by Cristian Antonescu · 0

The CDC Discovers That Masks Help Preventing COVID Outbreaks in Schools

The ongoing COVID pandemic continues to cause a lot of infections in the US, mostly due to the Delta strain. Over 2,000 deaths caused by the coronavirus were reported by the country yesterday, September 24, according to worldometers.info. There’s been…

September 25, 2021 · by Cristian Antonescu · 0

Ivermectin Usage Is Promoted By Meta-Reviews, Researchers Warn

It turns out that some inadequate meta-studies affected the general perception against using ivermectin, a common deworming agent, against COVID-19. After a few weeks since the research was published, some of the clinical trial overviews were put under closer analysis,…

September 25, 2021 · by Asheley Rice · 0

Horror Films Positively Impact Mental Health, Science Says

Horror movies are unique in the fact that they allow us to escape into another world, where we can channel our fears and anxiety in a productive, cathartic way. Whether you decide to watch your latest French horror film or…

September 25, 2021 · by Anna Daniels · 0

Here’s What Collagen Supplements Do, According to the Experts

When it comes to collagen, there are many questions that remain unanswered. There is no denying that our skin is in need of repair. Wrinkles, wrinkles, wrinkles. While it makes sense to take measures to keep our skin looking young…

September 25, 2021 · by Anna Daniels · 0

New Research Says It’s Not Your Age That Is Slowing Your Metabolism

There’s a misconception that older people have slower metabolisms, which can lead to muscle loss and an overall decrease in fitness levels. But it turns out that age is just one of the many factors that affect how fast your…

September 25, 2021 · by Anna Daniels · 0

What We Eat Could Trigger Brain Fog

Having the so-called “brain fog” while we’re trying to work cannot help at all, right? We’re not talking about a medical condition. Brain fog refers more to some symptoms that can affect a person’s ability to think. According to FastCompany.com,…

September 24, 2021 · by Cristian Antonescu · 0

NASA Solves Mystery of Dead Galaxies From the Early Universe

The Universe was not always as we know it today. It was once very empty, with just a few galaxies illuminating it. During the early stages of the Universe’s existence, some of the emerging galaxies suddenly stopped making stars, and…

September 24, 2021 · by Cristian Antonescu · 0

AstraZeneca Vaccine Creator Brings Great News: COVID Will Soon Become a Common Cold and Run Out of Options for Evading Immunity

More news appears granting us hope that the ongoing COVID pandemic is approaching its end. What’s for sure is that nobody wants it around, and a lot of medical researchers and doctors are doing their best to get rid of…

September 24, 2021 · by Cristian Antonescu · 0

“Bubble” of Void Measuring 500 Light-Years Wide Was Found in the Milky Way

Judging by the mind-boggling diameter of our Milky Way galaxy, which measures about 100,000 light-years, you would be tempted to say that 500 light-years practically means nothing. But in the latter distance, dozens of solar systems would fit, which means…

September 24, 2021 · by Cristian Antonescu · 0

Scientists Discover When Earth’s Oxygen Will Run Out – Should We Worry?

They say you can’t live without love, but oxygen could be even more important. Even the chemical element generated by plants that we all need every second will run out someday, leaving the planet inhabitable. Once again, we have to…

September 24, 2021 · by Cristian Antonescu · 3