Mangrove Trees Can Save Americans Tens of Billions in Flood Damages- So New Alliance Gets Planting
Research from UC Santa Cruz shows flooding causes $750 billion in property damage worldwide, but conservation of mangrove forests can prevent a lot.
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This Nurse Didn't Just Create a Replacement N95 Mask - Hers Filters More
A Texas "nurse scientist" created a better face mask, in case her nursing staff ever ran out-and Tommye Austin's TM 2020 is a better one by far.
How a Crowded Slum of One Million People Contained the Coronavirus to Only 2,000 Cases
The crowded slum of Dharavi in Mumbai, India managed to contain and beat COVID-19 despite impossible conditions for social-distancing, and impossible odds.
Researchers Develop 'Holy Grail' Eye Drop to Prevent, Treat Cataracts Without Surgery
For millions whose vision is clouded by cataracts, surgery has been the only option-but these natural eyedrops can rid us of the nasty condition.
Single Dose of Covid-19 Vaccine Proved Successful in Pre-Clinical Study, Human Safety Trials Begin
A new single shot vaccine candidate for COVID-19 called Ad26 proven successful in protecting primates from the Sars-COV-2 infection and spread.
This is How Close We Are to Eliminating Malaria - 7.6 Million Deaths Averted in 20 Years, Thanks to Generous Nations
The World Health Organization reported that malaria deaths fell last year to the lowest level ever recorded.
New Hand-Held Prototype is Being Developed for Home-Based Cancer Screening Kit
Researchers from McMaster and Brock universities are developing a device that lets patients test their blood for unique biomarkers of cancer.
New Study Shows Healthy Sleep Habits Help Lower Risk of Heart Failure by 42%
Adults with the healthiest sleep patterns have a 42% reduction in the risk of heart failure compared unhealthy sleepers, says new study.
The Ultimate Guide to Flu Prevention: 4 Micronutrients You Should Eat This Winter to Stay Healthy
In an exhaustive examinaion of sceintific literature, WS has come up with the 4 micronutrients you must eat this flu season.
Vaccine Alliance Raises $2 Billion to Buy COVID Shots for Poor Nations
Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance says it has topped $2 billion in funds raised to buy COVID-19 vaccine shots for the world's poorest nations.
Scientists Are Creating Waterproof Surfaces Based on Nature That Will Repel Bacteria Too
Scientists are inventing waterproof surfaces based on nature that would also repel bacteria and viruses that spread in moisture.
Caltech Uses Existing Underwater Cables to Detect Earthquakes and Tsunamis Ahead of Time
Seismologists at Caltech teamed up with Google to develop a method to use existing underwater telecommunication cables to detect earthquakes.
16% Drop in Peanut Allergies Among Children As Parents Follow Guidelines And Introduce Peanuts Earlier
Changes to food allergy guidelines has led to a 16% decrease in peanut allergy among infants, according to new study. The research, led by the Murdoch Children's Research Institute (MCRI), also found a significant increase in parents introducing peanut into their babies' diet since the guideline changes. Introducing peanut early in a child's life has […]
Vitamin D Supplements Protect Black Population Against COVID-19, According to New Research
Higher levels of ‘the sunshine vitamin' (Vitamin D) was shown to reduce the risk of infection in Black populations, a Chicago study revealed.
Green Tea Compound Could Hold The Key to Beating Cancer, Says Compelling New Study of 'EGCG'
One of the compounds in green tea may hold the key to beating cancer, according to new research from the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.
New Zealand Buys Enough COVID Vaccine for its Pacific Islander Neighbors
In a $53 US million package, the New Zealand government will support its Polynesian neighbors to ensure they receive COVID-19 vaccinations.
Couple Gives $100 Million to Conservation of 57,000 Square Miles of African Protected Areas
The Rob and Melani Walton Foundation gave African Parks, which manages 19 protected areas on the continent, a donation of $100,000,000.
Barnacle Glue Inspired MIT Scientists to Make a Paste that Can Stop Heavy Bleeding in Seconds
A glue inspired by the oil used by barnacles sealed a cut in a rat's heart in 10-seconds, blowing surgeons away with its effectiveness.
NASA Helps Firefighters By Sending Pics From International Space Station to Show Key Spots of Moving Wildfires
The NASA ECOSTRESS instrument on the International Space Station is providing firefighters with valuable intel regarding wildfire progression.
Tiny Bomb-Sniffing Jack Russell is a National Hero, Sporting a Presidential Medal
Patron sniffs out unexplored ordinance, and has led to the clearing of more than 200 such hazards. He and his owner received the award.
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