Crime scene cleaning companies are thriving amid the COVID-19 crisis. These specialists are in high demand from businesses seeking thorough disinfection of premises. Industry leaders report robust growth and active hiring to meet the surge.Demand for Disinfection ExplodesMedia coverage frequently sh

Researchers at the University of Hong Kong recently conducted a rigorous experiment on hamsters to demonstrate how surgical masks curb COVID-19 spread. This pioneering study is one of the first to quantify whether masks prevent both symptomatic and asymptomatic individuals from infecting others. The

In recent years, innovative medical techniques like hypnosis have gained traction in healthcare, despite initial skepticism. Recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) as a form of traditional and complementary medicine—alongside acupuncture and osteopathy—medical hypnosis is now used in ther

As spring arrives, seasonal allergies return—but theyre intensifying. A major study reveals pollen levels have risen globally over the past two decades, a trend set to accelerate.An Increase in Airborne PollenWith France easing COVID-19 restrictions, the virus remains a concern. Now, spring brings s

The French Research Institute for the Exploitation of the Sea (Ifremer) conducted tests to check for SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) in marine environments. Results confirm the virus is absent from seawater and shellfish. Separate studies also examined rivers, lakes, and pools. Reassuring News for Sea Swimmer

Imagine hospitals that proactively combat infections using cutting-edge AI. Nvidias Clara Guardian is making this a reality, helping limit the spread of diseases like COVID-19 through real-time monitoring in facilities worldwide. Deployed Across 10,000 Hospital Rooms Renowned for its graphics proces

UK health authorities have issued an urgent alert after several children were admitted to intensive care with symptoms strikingly similar to severe COVID-19. Though cases remain low, experts suspect a distinct condition potentially tied to the virus. Symptoms Resembling Severe COVID-19 and Kawasaki

During the COVID-19 pandemic, food manufacturers are permitted to adjust product compositions without notifying consumers—a temporary measure to support the industry. Until June 1, agri-food companies can sell products with compositions differing from labels and produced at alternative sites. This E

A remarkable scanning electron microscope image from a U.S. laboratory captures SARS-CoV-2 virus particles budding from a dying host cell.Once SARS-CoV-2 enters the body, its viral particles target respiratory tract cells. They fuse their lipid membranes with the host cells, injecting genetic materi

Researchers at the University of Oxfords Jenner Institute are optimistic about their COVID-19 vaccine candidate, which has shown strong results in macaque trials. Human clinical trials involving thousands are set to begin by late May 2020. Promising Results from Monkey Trials As of late April 2020,

Officially, Frances first confirmed COVID-19 case was a traveler from China. Yet, geneticists at the Institut Pasteur argue the virus was already spreading locally by mid-January 2020—before the major outbreak. Heres the evidence. Virus Spread Before the Surge Frances first official COVID-19 case wa

Medical hypnosis is rapidly advancing as a credible, non-pharmacological alternative for patient care. A Montpellier-based French company, Cayceo, leads the way with its innovative virtual reality system. A User-Friendly, Deployable Solution Cayceo specializes in medical hypnosis—a therapeutic techn

Cannes is prioritizing public health amid the COVID-19 pandemic, partnering with a tech startup to install surveillance cameras that detect individuals not wearing masks ahead of deconfinement. Encouraging Compliance Rates Deconfinement began on May 11, 2020, making masks mandatory on public transpo

French tire giant Michelin is stepping up to combat COVID-19 by manufacturing surgical masks, reusable masks, protective visors, and respirators. Michelins Commitment to the COVID-19 Battle France has faced a notorious mask shortage scandal over the past decade, leaving healthcare workers and essent

Dubai, a global leader in adopting cutting-edge technology, continues to innovate even amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Local law enforcement has introduced smart helmets to remotely check public temperatures, enhancing safety measures.Advanced Connected Helmets for Law EnforcementThe United Arab Emirate

Researchers have isolated a powerful antibody from llamas that neutralizes coronaviruses, potentially offering protection for humans against COVID-19.A Potent Antibody Against CoronavirusesA groundbreaking pre-published study in the journal Cell (PDF in English / 66 pages), led by experts from Belgi

Renowned author Jonathan Safran Foer urges us to heed COVID-19s lessons, warning that intensive factory farming practices could spark the next global pandemic.Time to Rethink Factory Farming?COVID-19 has claimed 3.5 million cases and nearly 250,000 deaths, underscoring the need for reflection. As th

The COVID-19 pandemic has gripped nearly every country, confining billions and crippling economies worldwide. Yet, leading U.S. researchers from the University of Minnesotas Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy (CIDRAP) predict it may continue for another two years.In-Depth Analysis fro

This year, the tiger mosquito remains firmly established across France, growing more active and now present in 67 departments—nearly 65% of the territory.Vigilance-moustiques.fr updates its annual map tracking tiger mosquito presence by department. This year, 67 departments are colonized or in the p

Patients who recovered from COVID-19 but tested positive again are shedding dead lung cells, not active virus, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). This dismisses concerns of short-term reinfection for now. As South Korea gained control over its COVID-19 outbreak, reports of 116 recover