Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2, or SARS-CoV-2 shares a similar genome sequence with its earlier cousin namely the SARS-CoV and Middle East respiratory syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV) by 82% and 50% respectively. Liver impairment is a common condition detected in patients who have tested SARS-CoV or MERS-CoV positive. In SARS-CoV liver impairment is reported among […]
Addressing Diarrhoea and Gastrointestinal Disorders as a Coronavirus Sign
Diarrhoea accompanied with COVID-19 lasting for about five days on an average is an early symptom of the Coronavirus pandemic. Though gastrointestinal problems like appetite loss, abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting can be taken as a sign of digestive illness, they are recognised as one of many COVID-19 symptoms. Gastrointestinal disorders and digestive symptoms are […]
Coronavirus Protection Essentials- How to Use, Re-Use, and Dispose Face Masks?
The number of those infected by the Coronavirus pandemic continues to surge every hour, causing a global uproar. To mitigate the risk of COVID-19 virus contamination, Governments and regulatory agencies adapt to the nonpharmacological steps mandating the use of masks to contain the Coronavirus infectivity. Can a Face Mask Protect from Coronavirus? Masks are highly recommended […]
Why Should You Care for Food Safety During the Coronavirus Outbreak?
The pace at which Coronavirus transmits has made everyone wonder, how it has spread like a wildfire. There exist unanswered questions, like does the COVID-19 virus transmit through food, what food safety precautions must be taken at the grocery stores or the kitchen? COVID-19 pandemic spreads from person-to-person through respiratory droplets released in the air […]
How to Prepare for Digital Healthcare and Telemedicine Doctor Consultation During COVID-19
The coronavirus pandemic has made a regular check-up visit to the doctor not just risky but also fearful with the high chance of COVID-19 contamination. The COVID-19 pandemic is accelerating the transition to a new model that aims to a safe Digital consultation and harnesses the benefits of digital and data technologies. COVID-19 pandemic crisis has become a […]
Wearing Contact Lens Increases the Risk of Coronavirus Infection?
An estimated 140 million people worldwide use contact lenses as a highly effective form of vision correction. Those who wear contact lenses are aware that these lenses may cause eye irritation, resulting in users to frequently touch their eyes and the face. This puts them at a higher risk of acquiring the infection. COVID-19 virus […]
Pregnancy Care During the Coronavirus Pandemic
Pregnancy is an exciting journey for expecting parents and their families. If you are one of them, there is no doubt you will have concerns about the ongoing Coronavirus infection and if it will affect the baby while you are pregnant. The number of casualties caused by Coronavirus pandemic is humongous and is likely to increase each […]
Stability and Infectivity of SARS-CoV-2 Virus in Different Temperatures & Surfaces
Coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2 or COVID-19) is categorized as a global pandemic, with over 2 million casualties reported world-wide till date. The incubation period of the virus has been studied by different scholars across the world for the greater benefit of humanity. In a research report published in the Lancet Microbe, the Stability of SARS-CoV-2 in different environmental […]
Coronavirus High Risk Group- Watch out for Weight Gain, High BMI, and Obesity
Obesity-related conditions seem to worsen the effect of COVID-19, particularly among younger patients below 60 years. High BMI, a key indicator of obesity is identified as a high epidemiologic risk contributing to increased COVID-19 morbidity rates. What does Research say? Leading research and studies deduce that obese people below 60, are twice as likely […]
How to Battle Cancer During the Coronavirus Pandemic
The Coronavirus pandemic can have a disastrous effect on cancer patients undergoing stringent medical treatment. Cancer patients battling different stages of this deadly disease might feel worried about COVID-19. A report from the WHO-China Joint Mission on Coronavirus Disease indicates that in China, as of 20th. February 7.6% of patients with confirmed COVID-19 results had cancer […]