Renowned Marseille infectious disease expert Didier Raoult advocates for chloroquine in treating COVID-19. However, he strongly cautions against self-medication, insisting that Plaquenil and related drugs require a doctors prescription and hospital oversight. Opposing Self-Medication Recent findings

With the epidemics peak approaching after two weeks of lockdown, Italy has escalated measures by halting all non-essential production. Lombardy is going further, banning outdoor sports and closing open-air markets. In France, lockdown efforts include a desperate search for masks, while the U.S. batt

Researchers from China and Japan tested Favipiravir, an antiviral originally developed for influenza and widely used in Japan, revealing strong potential against COVID-19 when detected early. REMINDER: If you have any questions, this freephone number is active 24 hours a day: 0800 130 000. Take t

Renowned French infectious disease expert Didier Raoult advocates for chloroquine amid ongoing debate. His approach is now integrated into the European Discovery trial, with Frances Inserm leading the national effort. This large-scale study involves hundreds of participants, with initial results exp

Expert Guidance: Oncologist Dr. Fabrice Denis Leads Development of a Simple Online Questionnaire to Direct Patients Efficiently and Ease Pressure on Emergency Lines (SAMU 15). Key Resources: If you have questions, call this 24/7 freephone: 0800 130 000. Live World Map tracking COVID-19 spread Print

Frances Council of State has rejected calls for stricter nationwide lockdown, but the current measures—in place since early March 2020—may extend beyond mid-month. Meanwhile, Japan signals an almost certain postponement of the Tokyo Olympics due to the coronavirus pandemic.Key Resources:Freephone he

Over the past decade, France significantly depleted its strategic reserves of protective masks. This timeline outlines key events that raise serious questions about national preparedness amid the COVID-19 pandemic.Acute Mask Shortages EmergeOn March 22, 2020, LVMH pledged 10 million protective masks

COVID-19 impacts individuals unevenly, with about one in ten cases progressing to severe or critical illness. While older adults and those with weakened immune systems face the greatest risks, growing evidence points to air pollution as a contributing factor.More Research Is EssentialAs of early rep

A Chinese study reveals that individuals with blood type O may have stronger natural defenses against COVID-19 compared to other blood types. Heres the science behind it.Factors like age, cardiovascular disease, respiratory conditions, diabetes, and obesity are known to elevate COVID-19 mortality ri

Over 2.6 billion people worldwide—nearly a third of humanity—are under lockdown orders amid the COVID-19 pandemic. As concerns mount in India, Italy and Spain report surging fatalities.Frances Reported COVID-19 Figures: Key InsightsAs of the evening of March 24, 2020, France recorded 22,633 confirme

Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, ventilator manufacturers are scaling up production. To prevent critical shortages, leading automakers with the necessary expertise are stepping in to produce these vital devices. As global COVID-19 cases surpassed 415,000 with over 18,000 deaths, shortages of medical equi

Thorough handwashing remains one of the most effective hygiene practices for preventing COVID-19. While soap disrupts the viruss structure, hydroalcoholic gels provide a powerful alternative. Both methods target the virus differently but deliver the same protective result. Two Proven Strategies for

Experts warn that the novel coronavirus pandemic is far from the last. Until we confront the deep links between infectious diseases and environmental destruction, humanity remains vulnerable to future outbreaks. Epidemics have afflicted humans throughout history, but their frequency is rising sharpl

Germany faces the COVID-19 pandemic like its neighbors, yet it reports an exceptionally low death rate. What factors are at play? As of Wednesday, Italy had 69,176 confirmed SARS-CoV-2 cases and 6,820 deaths (9.8% mortality rate). Spain recorded 47,610 cases and over 3,400 deaths (around 7%). France

While COVID-19 typically presents with fever, cough, and breathing difficulties, rarer symptoms like headaches, nausea, and vomiting have emerged. A study from China indicates the virus may also target the central nervous system. Certain Coronaviruses Can Affect the Brain Headaches, nausea, and vomi

The French Ministry of the Armed Forces has launched a call for projects seeking innovative solutions to combat the COVID-19 epidemic in France. These can include technological, organizational, or management approaches. Broad Call for Action Against COVID-19 As of March 2020, France reported over 25

Experienced Italian researchers suggest fine particulate matter may have fueled the rapid COVID-19 outbreak in northern Italy, Europes industrialized heartland, unlike the rural south. This idea sparks debate among scientists. Fine Particles: Potential Drivers of Faster Spread? A team of 12 Italian

Like many respiratory viruses, SARS-CoV-2 could exhibit seasonal patterns, according to Dr. Anthony Fauci, Director of the U.S. National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID). The novel coronavirus continues its global spread, now impacting over 170 countries and more than 490,000 peo

The COVID-19 pandemic is surging across the United States, surpassing China and Italy in confirmed cases. Experts warn of a potential second wave in China as restrictions ease and daily life resumes. U.S. Surges to the Top Johns Hopkins Universitys real-time tracker shows the U.S. now leading global

Reports of strange pneumonia in Italy as early as November 2019 predate official COVID-19 cases—both in Italy and China.In a recent NPR interview, Giuseppe Remuzzi, director of Milans Mario Negri Institute for Pharmacological Research, shared accounts from doctors in northern Italy. They described v