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In a retrospective, multi-center cohort study, a microRNA-like small RNA encoded by SARS-CoV-2 was identified in the serum of COVID-19 patients. This can be developed as a non-invasive biomarker for stratification of severe patients from mild/moderate ones and for identification of high-risk individuals before clinical manifestation of severe symptoms. This biomarker ensures proper allocation of

The World Health Organization’s global appeal for funding for coronavirus vaccines, treatments, diagnostics and equipment is still $16.8-billion short—almost half its total needs, the WHO said Tuesday. The funding shortfall comes amid a widening gap between rich and poor nations in their ability to fight the pandemic, with access to vaccines woefully uneven. WHO chief

During neuropsychological assessments, participants complete tasks designed to study memory and thinking. Based on their performance, the participants receive a score that researchers use to evaluate how well specific domains of their cognition are functioning. Consider, though, two participants who achieve the same score on one of these paper-and-pencil neuropsychological tests. One took 60 seconds

Our skin is one of the most important parts of the body. It is also the largest. It is part of the integumentary system, providing coverage and outer protection to the more delicate components of the body. The skin along with the bone structure largely determine the appearance of an individual. It is therefore of

Catheter ablation appears better than drug therapy for treating atrial fibrillation (AF) in racial and ethnic minorities, according to a new look at CABANA trial data. CABANA, which was undertaken to compare catheter ablation and rate-control or rhythm-control drug therapy for AF, concluded there was no significant difference between the two strategies in improving the

A novel SARS-CoV-2 variant, the delta plus variant, has been identified in over 10 countries. Health authorities are raising concerns that the variant may have an increased ability to transmit, but they also note that this variant’s transmissibility is likely similar to that of the preexisting delta variant. As ever more SARS-CoV-2 variants emerge, governments

Let’s hear it for Naomi Osaka. Not only is the tennis champ taking the lead to put mental health first with her recent headline-hitting decisions, the world No. 2 is also masterfully smashing the tired notion of winning at all costs. Osaka’s recent decision to withdraw from Wimbledon to spend time with friends and family

My twin brother Xand hit 19 stone. I worry he’ll die young… DR CHRIS VAN TULLEKEN’s personal account will touch a nerve with many who worry about the health of their own loved ones After 20 years of being a doctor and a decade of broadcasting on health issues, I’ve come to realise that giving

A calm bedroom is a recipe for a calmed mind. By implementing feng shui principles into your decor, you may reap the benefits of the ancient practice that promises to balance out the energy in your space to create harmony for all who live there. Of course, regularly clearing the space with sage or palo