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New saliva-based Covid-19 test could be a fast and inexpensive ‘game changer’

Researchers from the Yale School of Public Health created the SalivaDirect test, which received emergency use authorization from the Food and Drug Administration on Saturday. “The SalivaDirect test for rapid detection of SARS-CoV-2 [the novel coronavirus] is yet another testing innovation game changer that will reduce the demand for scarce testing resources,” said Adm. Brett… Read More »

When sugar gum trees inspire a dream

Two very large sugar gum trees and a move toward sustainable living inspired the design focus for the affectionately named Sugar Gum House in South Australia. Nestled in the hilly terrain surrounding Willunga, Sugar Gum House captures enchanting views across the McLaren Vale wine region to the sea beyond. It presents a sculptural simplicity through… Read More »

Sudanese American Slam Poet Star Emi Mahmoud Pivots To Medicine : Goats and Soda – NPR

Enlarge this image Slam poet and UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador Emi Mahmoud performs at the Sziget Festival in Hungary in 2019. László Mudra/Rockstar Photographers hide caption toggle caption László Mudra/Rockstar Photographers “Memories of my childhood live/between the rings of sand around my ankles/ and the desert heat in my lungs. I still believe that nothing washes/worry… Read More »