Dublin tightens virus curbs for second time this week

Coronavirus restrictions were tightened in Dublin for the second time in a week on Friday, as…

Research suggests strategies to reduce missed appointments

New research suggests that a little finesse and a thoughtful approach could go a long way…

Health officials worry nation not ready for COVID-19 vaccine

Millions of Americans are counting on a COVID-19 vaccine to curb the global pandemic and return…

Health agencies’ credibility at risk after week of blunders

The credibility of two of the nation’s leading public health agencies is under fire this week…

Brazil surpasses 120,000 COVID deaths

Just over six months after registering its first case of the new coronavirus, Brazil crossed the…

Following ‘Eatwell Guide’ diet could reduce your risk of dying early and lower your environmental footprint

Adhering to Public Health England’s ‘Eatwell Guide’ of a balanced diet could reduce your chance of…

South Korea to ramp up virus curbs over fears of second wave

South Korea has announced it will ramp up coronavirus restrictions across the country starting Sunday to…

UK secures 90 mn more doses of potential virus vaccine

Britain has secured access to 90 million doses of two “promising” coronavirus vaccines, the government said…

COVID-19 vaccine will be free for Americans: officials

If a COVID-19 vaccine is proven effective, the US will ensure it’s distributed for free to…

Despite large numbers tested, kids in England made up just 1% of COVID-19+ cases during first wave

Children made up a very small proportion—just 1%—of all confirmed COVID-19 cases in England during the…

Coronavirus breaks out again in New Zealand after 102 days

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said Tuesday that authorities have found four cases of the…

Masks in class? Many questions as Germans go back to school

Masks during class, masks only in the halls, no masks at all. Distance when possible, no…

Cuomo clears New York schools statewide to open, carefully

New York schools can bring children back to classrooms for the start of the school year,…

Virus surges in India, Philippines; Australia imposes curfew

Surges of new coronavirus cases continued Sunday in India and the Philippines, which recorded another daily…

ADHD services map reveals major gaps in care, failing the vulnerable

New research has called for urgent action after creating a map that identifies gaps in services…

Viral hepatitis treatment and policy must place affected communities at centre

An annual trends report says addressing the impact of COVID-19, stigma and the distrust of public…

Plant-based diets shown to lower blood pressure even with limited meat and dairy

Consuming a plant-based diet can lower blood pressure even if small amounts of meat and dairy…

Many U.S. homes too cramped to stop COVID-19’s spread

(HealthDay)—People with COVID-19 are told to keep their distance from family members to protect them from…