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Joseph Shavit
Jan 29, 2022
Smartphone, M.D.: Turning your smartphone into a COVID-19 / flu detection system
A new cell phone app and lab kit have transformed a smartphone into a COVID-19 / flu detection system.
Joseph Shavit
Jan 13, 2022
‘Fitbit for the face’ can turn any face mask into smart monitoring device
Northwestern University engineers have developed a new smart sensor platform for face masks that they are calling a “Fitbit for the face.”
Joseph Shavit
Jan 12, 2022
Wearable air sampler clip can monitor personal exposure to COVID-19
COVID-19 is primarily transmitted through the inhalation of virus-laden aerosols and respiratory droplets that infected individuals expel.
Joseph Shavit
Jan 10, 2022
How a paramedic's act of kindness brought solace in a chaotic emergency department
An act of kindness and comfort to remind us the COVID-19 pandemic is about more than just daily case counts.
Joseph Shavit
Dec 31, 2021
Scientists identify antibodies that can neutralize omicron
The findings could lead to the development of more effective vaccines and antibody treatments for COVID-19 variants.
Joshua Shavit
Dec 23, 2021
Are older people more likely to fall for Covid-19 scams than younger people?
Are older people more likely to fall for Covid-19 scams than younger generations?
Joshua Shavit
Dec 20, 2021
Human cost of COVID travel restrictions revealed in new study
Stories reveal the emotional toll of prolonged separation across geographical distances when loved ones are no longer ‘just one flight away’
Joseph Shavit
Dec 17, 2021
Sugar-coated COVID-19 test strip takes advantage of coronavirus’ sweet tooth
Even those tracking each new discovery about the coronavirus and its variants may not be aware of the virus’ sugar cravings.
Joseph Shavit
Dec 17, 2021
Countries without face mask mandates experienced significantly higher COVID-19 deaths
A study in 44 countries found that, over time, the increase in COVID-19 related deaths was significantly slower in countries with mandates.
Joseph Shavit
Dec 14, 2021
Live personalized music soothes stressed patients during lockdown
A violinist playing a soothing melody tailored to a patient’s particular medical condition in the hospital can provide psychological aid.
Joseph Shavit
Dec 14, 2021
Nasal vaccines could revolutionize the fight against COVID-19 variants
COVID-19 variants have sent scientists scrambling to determine whether existing vaccinations and boosters are still effective.
Joseph Shavit
Dec 13, 2021
Vaccines and previous infection could offer some “stronger than basic” protection to Omicron
Omicron samples do further propose its “significant” capability to evade protection from previous infection and, even third vaccine dose.
Joseph Shavit
Dec 11, 2021
New 3D printed vaccine patch offers 10x greater immune response than vaccination shots
Scientists have created a 3D-printed vaccine patch that provides greater protection than a typical vaccine shot.
Joseph Shavit
Dec 6, 2021
UPenn researchers develop a chewing gum that reduces COVID-19 transmission
A chewing gum laced with a plant-grown protein serves as a “trap” for the SARS-CoV-2 virus, and potentially tamping down transmission.
Joseph Shavit
Nov 9, 2021
3D printed vaccine patch offers 10x greater immune response than vaccination shots
Scientists at the UNC at Chapel Hill use 3D printer to produce microneedle vaccine patch that dissolves into the skin to boost immunity.
Joseph Shavit
Nov 5, 2021
Poor health threatens voting in older age, but absentee and early voting can help maintain turnout
Poor health—not aging itself—decreases older Americans' likelihood of voting, a new study finds, but early and absentee voting can help.
Joseph Shavit
Nov 4, 2021
Hand washing and sanitizing not enough: Close that toilet lid after flushing!
Researchers assessed 38 different studies from 13 countries on the risk of infectious disease transmission in public washrooms.
Joseph Shavit
Nov 1, 2021
Results of the largest real-world study of third dose of COVID-19 vaccine effectiveness released
Largest real-world study of third (“booster”) dose of COVID-19 vaccine effectiveness against severe illness published.
Joseph Shavit
Oct 24, 2021
Teen art prodigy's art is in high demand -- she learned to paint during lockdown
When Welsh artist Makenzy Beard unveiled her latest painting – of her grampa – it sent shockwaves through social media.
Joseph Shavit
Oct 10, 2021
New fabric protects against both biological and chemical threats
Researchers have developed a versatile composite fabric that can deactivate both biological threats, such as the novel coronavirus.
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