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Coronavirus
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Coronavirus: Why People Are Panic Buying Toilet Paper And How To Stop It
The UK has found itself in a panic buying frenzy in response to the novel coronavirus outbreak. A…
2020-03-08
Coronavirus: Which Countries Are Most Affected?
The number of those infected by COVID-19 in Mainland China reported an increase, now with a total of…
2020-03-05
Why So Many Epidemics Originate In Asia And Africa – And Why We Can Expect More
The coronavirus disease, known as COVID-19, is a frightening reminder of the imminent global threat posed by emerging…
2020-03-04
Plans To Fight Coronavirus Must Pay Attention To The Environment
The rapid onset and spread of coronavirus is proving to be a huge challenge for public health officials…
2020-03-01
What Are Viruses Anyway, And Why Do They Make Us So Sick? 5 Questions Answered
You may sometimes have felt like you “have come down with a virus,” meaning that you became sick…
2020-02-28
Coronavirus: We Need To Start Preparing For The Next Viral Outbreak Now
The coronavirus outbreak is officially a crisis – let’s not waste it. Undeniably, the international community is taking…
2020-02-26
Outbreaks Like Coronavirus Start In And Spread From The Edges Of Cities
Emerging infectious disease has much to do with how and where we live. The ongoing coronavirus is an…
2020-02-18
Coronavirus: The Blow To The Chinese Economy Could Be Felt For Years
Investors are still being fairly complacent about the novel coronavirus. After the number of new daily cases suddenly…
2020-02-15
Here’s Why The WHO Says A Coronavirus Vaccine Is 18 Months Away
The World Health Organisation said this week it may be 18 months before a vaccine against the coronavirus…
2020-02-15
Coronavirus: The Latest Disease To Fuel Mistrust, Fear And Racism
With the outbreak of the novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) in Wuhan, China, stories of courage and strength have captured…
2020-02-13
False Information Fuels Fear During Disease Outbreaks: There Is An Antidote
False allegations and rumours about the coronavirus outbreak have been running riot on social media and in some…
2020-02-13
We’re In Danger Of Drowning In A Coronavirus ‘Infodemic’. Here’s How We Can Cut Through The Noise
The novel coronavirus that has so far killed more than 1,100 people now has a name – COVID-19.…
2020-02-13
7 Dangerous Myths About Coronavirus Busted By The World Health Organization
The 2019 Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV / COVID-19) is definitely a valid source of concern. However, there are a…
2020-02-11
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Dedicates Additional Funding To The Novel Coronavirus Response
The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation announced that it will immediately commit up to $100 million for the…
2020-02-10
As China Suffers From Coronavirus, Some Wonder: Is It Really That Serious?
The coronavirus outbreak continues to worsen in China. The Chinese government has announced even stricter measures to stop…
2020-02-10
Coronavirus Fears: Should We Take A Deep Breath?
With a new infectious disease outbreak on our doorstep, we might ask ourselves: are we reacting to the…
2020-02-07
A Plasma Reactor Zaps Airborne Viruses – And Could Help Slow The Spread Of Infectious Diseases
The big idea: It’s the enduring media image of infectious disease outbreaks, including the current coronavirus outbreak from…
2020-02-07
A Clue To Stopping Coronavirus: Knowing How Viruses Adapt From Animals To Humans
As the novel coronavirus death toll mounts, it is natural to worry. How far will this virus travel…
2020-02-05
How Does The Wuhan Coronavirus Cause Severe Illness?
We usually think of viral respiratory infections, like the common cold, as mild nuisances that pass in a…
2020-02-04
Wuhan, The Coronavirus And The World: Thinking Beyond Isolation
Public fear seems inevitable given the alarming updates on the coronavirus outbreak, and isolation — in the forms…
2020-02-03
Is The Coronavirus Outbreak As Bad As SARS Or The 2009 Influenza Pandemic? A Biologist Explains The Clues
As the new coronavirus continues to cross international borders, the two key questions on public health officials’ minds…
2020-02-01
WHO Declares Global Health Emergency Over Coronavirus: 4 Questions Answered
The World Health Organization reversed course on Jan. 30 and declared the coronavirus a “Public Health Emergency of…
2020-02-01
Fear Spreads Easily. That’s What Gives The Wuhan Coronavirus Economic Impact
One way to count the cost of the Wuhan coronavirus is by how many people catch it, and…
2020-01-31
How Contagious Is The Wuhan Coronavirus And Can You Spread It Before Symptoms Start?
Cases of the Wuhan coronavirus have increased dramatically over the past week, prompting concerns about how contagious the…
2020-01-30
When Will There Be A Coronavirus Vaccine? 5 Questions Answered
The coronavirus that started in Wuhan has sickened more than 6,000 people and killed at least 132 in…
2020-01-29
What We Know Suggests The Economic Impact Of Wuhan Coronavirus Will Be Limited
The Wuhan coronavirus has had a significant human toll. More than 100 people have died and nearly 3,000…
2020-01-28
What The Latest Coronavirus Tells Us About Emerging New Infections
Viruses are quick studies. They’re prolific at adapting to new environments and infecting new hosts. As a result…
2020-01-27
Should We Be Worried About The New Wuhan Coronavirus?
The World Health Organisation has postponed its decision about whether to classify the new Wuhan coronavirus as a…
2020-01-24