Drugs previously in development for SARS could be effective for COVID-19 By Marla Paul A potential drug target has been identified in a newly mapped protein of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). The structure was solved by a team including the University of Chicago (U of C), the U.S. Department of Energy’s… Read More: New coronavirus protein reveals drug target »
The water is at its coldest now. It’s only 8°C but it feels like it’s freezing. At high tide the women gather. Springing from cars, stripping off jackets and scarves, donning colourful hats and goggles. It’s time to get in. t Mountcharles Pier in west Donegal, the rain has finally abated. Not flat-calm but not… Read More: Salt water sisters: meet the wild-swimming Irish women who take… »
Listening to music and playing instruments helps stroke patients recover by ‘stimulating their brain and lifting their mood’ Study carried out at 26-bed stroke and rehab unit at Addenbrooke’s hospital Musical instruments helped by improving finger dexterity and cognitive training The mood of the patients was lifted generally, helping them to concentrate Researchers found repetition… Read More: Listening to music helps recovery of stroke patients by ‘stimulating… »
Oh hay, it’s March 8, which means that it’s International Women’s Day. Yes, today is obv an ideal day to shout out your favorite females in your life but why not take the lady appreciation one step further and use your extra moolah (even if it’s just a few bucks) to support a group that… Read More: 10 Organizations that Need Your $$$ On International Women’s Day »