by Gerard Fitzgerald, The Conversation The Western Australian health minister has announced “fever clinics” are to open this week for people who think they have coronavirus symptoms. And in NSW, the chief health officer has advisedhospitals set up “respiratory clinics” to deal with a potential spike in COVID-19 cases. Other states are set to open...
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Why does the coronavirus spread so easily between people?
Researchers have identified microscopic features that could make the pathogen more infectious than the SARS virus — and serve as drug targets. As the number of coronavirus infections approaches 100,000 people worldwide, researchers are racing to understand what makes it spread so easily. A handful of genetic and structural analyses have identified a key feature...
Coronavirus: Can S. Korea be a model for virus-hit countries?
A rapid surge in coronavirus cases saw South Korea become one of the world’s worst-affected countries outside China, but it has since cut infection rates significantly and has one of the lowest fatality rates anywhere. This transmission electron microscope image shows SARS-CoV-2 — also known as 2019-nCoV, the virus that causes COVID-19 — isolated from...
Letter from Dr. Frank on Coronavirus situation March 12th, 2020
Greetings! Welcome to the latest of our fireside chats. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the Coronavirus is now a pandemic. Fortunately, here at the clinic, we are ready. As many of you already know we have immune-boosting IV therapy to strengthen your immune system which is one of the best primary defenses. Also...
Coronavirus is mutating with a second strain identified by scientists
By Angela Betsaida B. Laguipo, BSNMar 5 2020 The coronavirus is mutating as scientists identified a second strain, which is more aggressive and contagious. As healthcare officials fight to curb the outbreak of coronavirus, a team of researchers from China says a new study shows that COVID-19 is mutating, with at least two types of...
Coronavirus and handwashing: research shows proper hand drying is also vital
by Julian Hunt and John Gammon, The Conversation With the number of people infected with coronavirus increasing around the world on a daily basis, the World Health Organization (WHO) has advised everyone to regularly and thoroughly clean their hands. This can be either with an alcohol-based hand rub or with soap and water. The hope...
2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update – One New Case of Confirmed COVID-19 in Los Angeles County
For Immediate Release:March 10, 2020 For more information contact:Public Health Communications(213) [email protected] LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (Public Health) is investigating one additional case of COVID-19 in Los Angeles County; the total number of cases reported by Public Health is now 17. These cases exclude the cities of Long...
The Power of Hand-Washing to Prevent Coronavirus
Brenda Goodman, MA The single most important piece of advice health experts can give to help us stay safe from COVID-19 is this one: Wash your hands. “In the final analysis, it’s the hands. The hands are the connecting piece,” says Elizabeth Scott, PhD. Scott co-directs the Center for Hygiene and Health in Home and...
Coronavirus Disease COVID- 19 Update dated 03/06/2020
With a lot of rumors and false information spreading, we at RMG, want to keep you updated with important updates and facts from legitimate and dependable sources. RMG provides IV infusions that help promote and strengthen your immune system to help fight off bacteria and viruses. These IVs may be used as preventative measures on...
Testing for coronavirus is expanded to patients who have a doctor’s order, CDC says
By Faith Karimi, Arman Azad and Steve Almasy, CNN (CNN)As the number of cases and deaths from novel coronavirus increase across the US, federal health officials are expanding testing for the fast-moving outbreak. The new guidance issued by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Wednesday formalizes an announcement by Vice President Mike...