Novel coronavirus

Flurona - When the Flu and COVID-19 Overlap

Can you really catch the flu and coronavirus simultaneously? And if so, how can you tell that you’ve got ‘flurona’? Read on to find out.

Not All COVID Jabs Work Equally Well For the Delta Strain

How well do existing vaccines prevent illness and hospitalizations triggered by the Delta variant of COVID-19?

COVID-19 Delta Variant - Important Facts You Should Know

The Delta variant of Covid-19 is the most concerning of all emerging strains of the Novel Coronavirus. Here's what you need to know about it.

How to Travel Safely in 2021 - 7 Best Tips to Keep in Mind

Which restrictions should travelers expect this summer? How can you ensure that you are safe? The tips listed here will help organize your travels this year.

COVID-19 Vaccine Passports - Everything You Need to Know

What are COVID-19 Vaccine Passports and when might we need them? We answer these and other questions in this article.

COVID-19 - 6 Important Developments to Be Aware Of

With variants of COVID-19 emerging every month now and new vaccines being approved and tested, this month has been quite dense in terms of Covid news...

COVID-19: 6 New Developments You Should Be Aware Of

May 2021 was quite dense in important updates related to COVID-19. Read about 6 of the most noteworthy COVID-19 updates below.

Women Report Worse COVID-19 Vaccine Side Effects Than Men

Many women report experiencing stronger side effects to the COVID-19 vaccine than men, but that's nothing to be worried about.

Covid-19: What’s Known About the 4 New Variants

A few new strains of the novel coronavirus have been detected. Here's a breakdown of these new variants and their meaning, according to experts.

Debunking the Common Myths Regarding the COVID-19 Variants

The new COVID-19 variants have caused widespread confusion and fear. Here, we attempt to debunk some common myths surrounding them.

Russia’s Covid-19 Vaccine Likely to Be Used Globally

It seems that Pfizer and Moderna will soon be joined by Russia’s Sputnik V vaccine and possibly China’s two front runner vaccines. Here's what you should know.

Can Alcohol Affect the COVID-19 Vaccine?

Some health experts are concerned that drinking alcohol around the time of a Covid-19 vaccination could potentially render the jab less effective...

We Might Have a COVID-19 Vaccine by End of 2020, After All

Two major companies - Pfizer and Moderna - have already developed their Covid-19 vaccines and they say they're 95% effective. How do they compare?

COVID-19 Vaccine Update: Pfizer Vaccine Is 90% Effective

The Pfizer and BioNTech Covid-19 vaccine promises to be 90% effective, but what else is known about this vaccine and when should we expect it?

5 Lesser Known Ways to Lower Your Covid-19 Infection Risk

Now that cities are starting to reopen, we should be more careful than ever when it comes to Covid-19. These 5 surprising safety measures are important to know.

Monkeypox - What It Is and What You Need to Know

Scientists point out that monkeypox is different from COVID-19 in several key ways.

Mild COVID-19 Symptoms - What Should You Expect?

What does it even mean to have mild COVID-19? It's not what most people think.

11 Must-See Maps and Infographics For Every Traveler

Whether you’re a domestic or international traveler, whether you’re traveling by plane or by car - these informative charts are sure to come in handy.

Has the Covid-19 Pandemic Affected Our Immune Systems?

After a year of relative isolation, we are slowly going back to our routines. Has lockdown affected our immune systems? This is what is currently known.