COVID-19 infection gives some immunity for at least five months, UK study finds COVID-19 infection gives some immunity for at least five months, UK study finds LONDON: People who have had COVID-19 are highly likely to have immunity to it for at least five months but there is evidence that those with antibodies may still be able to... LONDON: People who have had COVID-19 are highly likely to have immunity to it for at least five months... Environment 14 Jan, 2021
Critical care staff suffer trauma and severe anxiety due to COVID-19 - UK study Critical care staff suffer trauma and severe anxiety due to COVID-19 - UK study LONDON: Nearly half of staff working in intensive care units (ICU) in England in the COVID-19 pandemic have severe anxiety, depression or post-traumatic stress disorder,... LONDON: Nearly half of staff working in intensive care units (ICU) in England in the COVID-19 pandemic... Environment 13 Jan, 2021
COVID-19 patients still have symptoms 6 months later; interferon may be helpful treatment after all COVID-19 patients still have symptoms 6 months later; interferon may be helpful... The following is a roundup of some of the latest scientific studies on the novel coronavirus and efforts to find treatments and vaccines for COVID-19, the illness caused by... The following is a roundup of some of the latest scientific studies on the novel coronavirus and efforts... Environment 12 Jan, 2021
New coronavirus strain first seen in Britain confirmed in Mexico New coronavirus strain first seen in Britain confirmed in Mexico MEXICO CITY: The new variant of the coronavirus first detected in Britain has been confirmed in northern Mexico, health officials said on Sunday, adding a new layer of... MEXICO CITY: The new variant of the coronavirus first detected in Britain has been confirmed in northern... Environment 11 Jan, 2021
With virus surging, Biden to speed release of COVID vaccines With virus surging, Biden to speed release of COVID vaccines WASHINGTON: With COVID-19 surging and vaccinations off to a slow start, President-elect Joe Biden will rapidly release most available vaccine doses to protect more people,... WASHINGTON: With COVID-19 surging and vaccinations off to a slow start, President-elect Joe Biden will... Environment 09 Jan, 2021
WHO tells rich countries: stop cutting the vaccines queue WHO tells rich countries: stop cutting the vaccines queue GENEVA: The head of the World Health Organization said on Friday there is a “clear problem” that low- and middle-income countries are not yet receiving supplies of... GENEVA: The head of the World Health Organization said on Friday there is a “clear problem” that low-... Environment 09 Jan, 2021
Virus can damage brain without infecting it; hair loss on rise among minorities during pandemic Virus can damage brain without infecting it; hair loss on rise among minorities... The following is a roundup of some of the latest scientific studies on the novel coronavirus and efforts to find treatments and vaccines for COVID-19, the illness caused by... The following is a roundup of some of the latest scientific studies on the novel coronavirus and efforts... Environment 07 Jan, 2021
EU commission greenlights Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine EU commission greenlights Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine AMSTERDAM: The European Union’s executive commission gave the green light Wednesday to Moderna Inc.’s COVID-19 vaccine, providing the 27-nation bloc with a second... AMSTERDAM: The European Union’s executive commission gave the green light Wednesday to Moderna Inc.’s... Environment 07 Jan, 2021
Fauci: US could soon give 1 million vaccinations a day Fauci: US could soon give 1 million vaccinations a day The US could soon be giving at least a million COVID-19 vaccinations a day despite the sluggish start, Dr. Anthony Fauci said Tuesday, even as he warned of a dangerous next... The US could soon be giving at least a million COVID-19 vaccinations a day despite the sluggish start,... Environment 06 Jan, 2021
Study says Britain must vaccinate two million a week to prevent a third COVID-19 wave Study says Britain must vaccinate two million a week to prevent a third COVID-19 wave Britain must vaccinate two million people a week to avoid a third wave of the coronavirus outbreak, a study by the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine (LSHTM)... Britain must vaccinate two million people a week to avoid a third wave of the coronavirus outbreak, a... Environment 29 Dec, 2020
Studies find having COVID-19 may protect against reinfection Studies find having COVID-19 may protect against reinfection Two new studies give encouraging evidence that having COVID-19 may offer some protection against future infections. Researchers found that people who made antibodies to the... Two new studies give encouraging evidence that having COVID-19 may offer some protection against future... Environment 24 Dec, 2020
Moderna expects its COVID-19 vaccine to protect against UK coronavirus variant Moderna expects its COVID-19 vaccine to protect against UK coronavirus variant Moderna Inc said on Wednesday it expects that the immunity induced by its COVID-19 vaccine would be protective against the coronavirus variants reported in the UK. The... Moderna Inc said on Wednesday it expects that the immunity induced by its COVID-19 vaccine would be... Environment 24 Dec, 2020
AstraZeneca says its vaccine should be effective against new coronavirus variant AstraZeneca says its vaccine should be effective against new coronavirus variant British drugmaker AstraZeneca Plc told Reuters on Tuesday its COVID-19 vaccine should be effective against the new coronavirus variant, adding that studies were under way... British drugmaker AstraZeneca Plc told Reuters on Tuesday its COVID-19 vaccine should be effective... Environment 23 Dec, 2020
First US shots in COVID-19 vaccine campaign coming Monday, Army general says First US shots in COVID-19 vaccine campaign coming Monday, Army general says The first shots in a massive US COVID-19 vaccine campaign will be administered as early as Monday, with Pfizer Inc and partners aiming to start shipments across the... The first shots in a massive US COVID-19 vaccine campaign will be administered as early as Monday, with... Environment 13 Dec, 2020
US FDA authorizes Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use US FDA authorizes Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use The US Food and Drug Administration said it authorized the use of Pfizer Inc’s COVID-19 vaccine on Friday, with the first inoculations expected within days, marking a... The US Food and Drug Administration said it authorized the use of Pfizer Inc’s COVID-19 vaccine on... Environment 12 Dec, 2020
Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine faces last hurdle before US decision Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine faces last hurdle before US decision WASHINGTON: Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine faces one final hurdle as it races to become the first shot greenlighted in the US: a panel of experts who will scrutinize the... WASHINGTON: Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine faces one final hurdle as it races to become the first shot... Environment 10 Dec, 2020
UAE says Chinese vaccine 86% effective, offers few details UAE says Chinese vaccine 86% effective, offers few details DUBAI: The United Arab Emirates said Wednesday a Chinese coronavirus vaccine tested in the federation of sheikhdoms is 86% effective, in a statement that provided few... DUBAI: The United Arab Emirates said Wednesday a Chinese coronavirus vaccine tested in the federation of... Environment 09 Dec, 2020
British grandma is first in world to get Pfizer vaccine outside trial British grandma is first in world to get Pfizer vaccine outside trial * 90-year-old grandmother gets Pfizer vaccine * Britain rolls out COVID vaccine, first in the West * 'I feel so privileged' says first vaccine recipient LONDON:... * 90-year-old grandmother gets Pfizer vaccine * Britain rolls out COVID vaccine, first in the... Environment 08 Dec, 2020
UK rolling out COVID-19 vaccine to public as world watches UK rolling out COVID-19 vaccine to public as world watches LONDON: UK health authorities are rolling out the first doses of a widely tested and independently reviewed COVID-19 vaccine, starting a global immunization program that is... LONDON: UK health authorities are rolling out the first doses of a widely tested and independently... Environment 08 Dec, 2020
Pfizer seeks emergency approval for COVID-19 vaccine in India, media say Pfizer seeks emergency approval for COVID-19 vaccine in India, media say NEW DELHI: Pfizer Inc has applied for emergency use authorisation of its coronavirus vaccine in India, media said on Sunday, the first to do so in a country with the... NEW DELHI: Pfizer Inc has applied for emergency use authorisation of its coronavirus vaccine in India,... Environment 06 Dec, 2020
Environment Cloudy skies, rain and storms likely across country this afternoon and evening With much of the day already underway, the Department of Hydrology and Meteorology has forecast unsettled weather conditions for the remaining hours, with rain, thunderstorms and windstorms likely in several parts of the country.
Nepal BP Highway obstructed; vehicles put on hold The BP Highway has been obstructed since this morning following the rise in water level in the Kavrepalanchowk Roshi region due to incessant rain.
Kathmandu Eid al-Fitr enriches sense of mutual harmony and unity: PM Karki Prime Minister Sushila Karki wished that may the festival of Eid al-Fitr contribute to the country's prosperity and stability by enriching mutual respect, harmony and collaboration.
Nepal Traffic halted on Narayangadh–Butwal section due to slippery road Vehicular movement along the Narayangadh–Butwal road section has been disrupted after rainfall turned parts of the highway muddy and slippery.
Nepal Eid-ul-Fitr being celebrated nationwide with joy, festivity The Muslim community across Nepal is celebrating Eid-ul-Fitr today with prayers, greetings and festive gatherings, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan.
Business Storm damages bananas worth over 40 million in Chitwan A powerful storm that struck Chitwan on March 16 has caused damage to banana crops worth over Rs 40 million, officials said.
Nepal PM Karki visits Janaki Temple Prime Minister Sushila Karki today visited and performed worship at the famous religious site Janaki Temple in Janakpurdham.
Environment NDRRMA urges caution as heavy rain, snowfall and storms forecast The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA) has urged the public to remain on high alert as heavy rainfall, snowfall and strong winds are forecast in various parts of the country over the next few days.
Business Gold price drops by Rs 7,800 per tola in a day The price of gold in the domestic market fell sharply by Rs 7,800 per tola on Friday, dropping below the Rs 300,000 mark after a prolonged period.
