COVID-19 mystery: What are the reasons for Africa's low casualties
Researchers are trying to identify the causes behind low incidence of the novel coronavirus disease on the continent
Warmer weather may not control COVID-19 resurgence, warns WMO
Government intervention important in containing the pandemic in 2021 as well, the report says
Can vaccinated people still spread the coronavirus?
Many people think vaccines work like a shield, blocking a virus from infecting cells altogether. But in most cases, a person who gets vaccinated …
Kerala starts COVID-19 vaccination; doubts, hesitancy, ignorance linger
The state will be holding back half of the vaccine stock it has received due to a shortfall
Vaccine Watch: European Union gives emergency approval to Moderna COVID-19 vaccine
The vaccine makes use of the mRNA platform like Pfizer’s vaccine, which the EU has already approved for emergency use
The COVID-19 pandemic has already created a disadvantaged generation
Newborns, those about to be born and children under five will be the worst victims in terms of long-term impacts on growth and development
COVID-19: Will Bengal come out of Pujo season unscathed
The Calcutta High Court was forced to step in to bar people from pandals; but is it enough?
COVID-19 update: Over 1,000 daily cases in India for first time in 2023
Over 665,000 COVID-19 cases have been reported in the last seven days worldwide, along with 4,178 deaths
COVID-19 Vaccine Watch: Appeals made for support on proposal regarding intellectual property
If it is adopted on December 16, IP rights on production and supply of COVID-19 tools will be waived off
COVID-19: Can cotton wear allow better vitamin D synthesis
Vitamin D deficiency makes people more susceptible to COVID-19; countries with high levels of vitamin D deficiency reported higher mortality …
Pasteurisation inactivates SARS-CoV-2 virus in breast milk: Study
Cold storage of human milk having the virus did not significantly impact infectious viral load over a 48-hour period, the study found
COVID-19 warriors: How a student group helped stranded migrants
A group of 30-odd students in rural Bengal started a forum with a helpline service, provided relief to 5,000 migrants across the country
Smoke and mirrors on COVID-19 drugs?
In a brutal fight to corner the successful outcome of research, governments are openly using money power to grab the first rights to promising …
DRC’s coping mechanisms in the face of Ebola, measles and COVID-19
DRC has had a measles outbreak of more than 300,000 cases and more than 6,000 deaths since 2019; and 4,637 confirmed COVID-19 cases at 13 …
COVID-19: Odisha plans to set up home care facilities in all gram panchayats
More than 70,000 people across the state can be accommodated in these centres, says CM Patnaik
Bolsanaro’s environmental crimes come under EU scanner
Europe’s resolve to act against the Bolsonaro government’s environmental crimes appears to be strengthening
Kerala HC directs NDMA to formulate compensation policy for those dying due to COVID-19 vaccine
The order was passed September 1 and a time frame of three months has been set; the move sets a precedent since no such policy has been …
West Bengal rolls out COVID-19 vaccines even as politics creeps in
Political parties blame each other of ‘vaccine theft’ in the poll-bound state
Recognise ASHA workers’ COVID-19 work, ensure their well-being: Report
Their experiences should be incorporated into policymaking; they should be integrated into health system, it added
First 2 phases of Russian vaccine trial indicate safety and efficacy: Study
Two formulations of the vaccine have been developed: One could be introduced through global supply chain and other in hard-to-reach regions
Why COVID-19 will not kill off global business travel
In medium term, life sciences companies will continue to expand and view travel as a vital channel for maintaining new business in markets
Cipla set to launch repurposed drug Favipiravir for COVID-19: CSIR
An off-patent anti-viral, Favipiravir was originally discovered by Fujifilm group, Japan and has shown promise in treatment of COVID-19
Antivirals can make ‘profound difference’ against more infectious, virulent strains of COVID-19
Those who will benefit from antiviral treatment should get the medicines on priority, say experts
Life after COVID: Most people don’t want a return to normal. They want a fairer, more sustainable future
People thought they were unlikely to get the future they wanted. People want a progressive future but fear that they’ll get a return to …
Is there a link between India’s new COVID-19 wave and relaxed containment policies?
In a month since India recorded the lowest stringency score, its active caseload jumped six times