by Elizabeth S. Fletcher | May 20, 2020 | Health News
Share on PinterestResearchers say droplets containing the new coronavirus can travel as far as 18 feet, even in mild wind. Getty Images New research indicates that droplets containing the new coronavirus can travel as far as 18 feet after a person sneezes, coughs, and even speaks. Experts note, however, it still isn’t certain how long […]
by Elizabeth S. Fletcher | May 12, 2020 | Health News
Share on PinterestResearchers are learning how the new coronavirus can spread. Getty Images A new study has found evidence of SARS-CoV-2 (the new coronavirus that causes COVID-19) in the air around two hospitals in Wuhan, China. One hospital was dedicated to treating...
by Elizabeth S. Fletcher | May 1, 2020 | Health News
Coronaviruses cause respiratory illnesses, so the lungs are usually affected first. Early symptoms include fever, cough, and shortness of breath. These appear as soon as 2 days, or as long as 14 days, after exposure to the virus. But damage can also occur in other...
by Elizabeth S. Fletcher | Mar 24, 2020 | Health News
Share on PinterestExperts say past studies have shown a connection between blood types and certain conditions and illnesses, but more research needs to be done on the possible link to COVID-19. Getty Images A recent study from China concluded that people with type A...
by Elizabeth S. Fletcher | Mar 17, 2020 | Health News
Share on PinterestFatigue and body aches are symptoms of both the flu and the novel coronavirus, but the flu usually doesn’t cause shortness of breath. Getty Images Experts note that the novel coronavirus, the flu, and allergies have different symptoms. The main...
