COVID19
COVID19 is caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. It emerged in late 2019 and quickly escalated into a global pandemic, profoundly impacting health systems, economies, and daily life worldwide. This highly contagious virus primarily spreads through respiratory droplets, leading to symptoms that range from mild (such as cough, fever, and fatigue) to severe (including difficulty breathing, pneumonia, and organ failure), with some cases resulting in death. Vulnerable individuals, particularly those with underlying health conditions and geriatric population, face a higher risk of severe outcomes. Efforts to combat COVID-19 have involved widespread testing, quarantine measures, rapid vaccine development and distribution, and public health campaigns promoting hygiene and mask-wearing. The pandemic has underscored the importance of global cooperation, rapid scientific research, and adaptable healthcare systems in addressing infectious diseases.
COVID19
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Machine Learning Aids in Detecting Secondary Bacterial Infections in COVID-19 Patients
Using RNA sequencing and patient data, researchers at the University of Queensland have developed a machine-learning model that predicts the risk of secondary bacterial infections in hospitalized COVID-19 patients. This method aims to optimize antibiotic use, addressing…
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LoCKAmp: A Lab-on-a-Chip Virus Testing Device
A new rapid virus diagnosis device, based on ‘lab on a chip’ technology, has been developed by engineers at the University of Bath. The device, named LoCKAmp, can deliver COVID-19 test results in three minutes, employing a…
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Research Suggests COVID-19 May Trigger Multiple Sclerosis
A recent study published in Scientific Reports suggests that COVID-19 may trigger Multiple Sclerosis (MS) in susceptible individuals through a process known as “molecular mimicry.” The study conducted by scientists at the National Institute of Allergy and…
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Visible app – Activity monitoring for Illness
The Visible platform helps monitor health using manual data inputs about symptoms. It also utilizes smartphone cameras to analyze heart rate variation using a technique called photoplethysmography. In the future Visible hope to provide a monthly subscription…
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