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Electrochemical Device Detects SARS‑CoV‑2 Spike Protein in 1 Second

Researchers at the University of Florida and the National Chiao Tung University in Taiwan have developed a microfluidic device that can detect the SARS‑CoV‑2 spike protein in a saliva sample within one second. The electrochemical device employs antibodies against the spike protein to detect the virus, and could allow for ultra-rapid COVID-19 testing. Testing… Read More: Electrochemical Device Detects SARS‑CoV‑2 Spike Protein in 1 Second »

Trump administration sees virus as ‘controllable’ as cases spike in some states

Some states are seeing increases in positive rates of coronavirus tests as President Trump pushes the message of economic reopening and his campaign plans for major rallies. “We are not intending to close down the economy,” White House National Economic Council Director Larry Kudlow said on Fox News Monday. “I think it is controllable,” Kudlow… Read More: Trump administration sees virus as ‘controllable’ as cases spike in… »

Coronavirus live updates: Russia reports spike in cases; Taiwan to quarantine 700 navy sailors

This is CNBC’s live blog covering all the latest news on the coronavirus outbreak. This blog will be updated throughout the day as the news breaks. Global cases: More than 2,256,844 Global deaths: At least 154,350 Most cases reported: United States (706,779), Spain (190,839), Italy (172,434), France (149,130), and Germany (141,397). The data above was compiled by… Read More: Coronavirus live updates: Russia reports spike in cases; Taiwan to… »

Some worry Bathurst Hospital won’t cope if COVID-19 cases spike

THERE are fears that Bathurst Hospital won’t be able to cope if the city and surrounding areas see a spike in coronavirus cases. To date, the Western NSW Local Health District (WNSWLHD) has confirmed 44 cases of COVID-19, with nine of those in Bathurst. No new cases have been identified in the district since April… Read More: Some worry Bathurst Hospital won’t cope if COVID-19 cases spike »