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Scientists develop coronavirus protocols to quickly spot mutants
A worldwide network of scientists has isolated functional units of the SARS-CoV-2 proteins in such a way that their structure, function and interactions can now be characterised by researchers the world over and develop protocols to quickly…
Ibuprofen safe, doesn’t raise Covid death risk : Study
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen, is safe and does not lead to higher rates of death or severe disease in patients hospitalised with Covid-19, according to a new observational study of more than 72,000…
Mild Covid very unlikely to cause lasting heart damage: Study
Mild Covid-19 infection is very unlikely to cause lasting damage to the structure or function of the heart, a new study suggests.The researchers, including Thomas Treibel from the University College London (UCL), said that the findings…
Prior Covid infection may help vaccine fight new variants
A single dose of Pfizer/BioNTech vaccines against Covid may boost immunity against the coronavirus variants, only in people who were previously infected with the deadly virus, a study has found, highlighing the importance of a second…
Model Kathryn Mayorga claims Rs.579cr in damages from Ronaldo
Former model Kathryn Mayorga, who had accused footballer Cristiano Ronaldo of rape in 2009, is claiming £56 million (Rs 579 crore) in damages."She wants £18m for 'past pain and suffering', £18m for 'future pain and suffering' and £18m in…
Single dose of Pfizer, AstraZeneca can cut Covid transmission by 50%
A single dose of a Pfizer or AstraZeneca vaccine against coronavirus disease can reduce transmission by up to 50 per cent, finds a study.The study led by UK's Public Health England (PHE) showed that people who took the first dose of either…
Pfizer, AstraZeneca jabs: 1 in 4 suffer mild side effects
One in four people experience mild, short lived systemic side effects like headache, fatigue and tenderness after receiving either the Pfizer or AstraZeneca vaccine, according to a new study published in the journal Lancet Infectious…
Covid smell loss: Avoid steroids, try smell training
If you are worried about smell loss due to Covid-19, ditch steroids and try sniffing at least four different odours twice a day, suggest an international group of smell experts.The team, including Prof Carl Philpott from the University of…
Multivits, omega-3, probiotics may cut Covid infection in women
Women who take multivitamins, omega-3, probiotics or vitamin D supplements may be at less risk of testing positive for SARS-CoV-2, the virus responsible for Covid-19 infection, according to a large population study.Women taking probiotics…
Novak Djokovic beats Sinner in straight sets in Monte Carlo
Top seed Novak Djokovic felt at home as he coasted past teenager Jannik Sinner in straight sets to book his place in the third round of the Monte-Carlo Masters on Wednesday.World No. 1 Djokovic, making a first appearance since his…