Tag Archives: Protect

Can an N95 face mask protect you from catching the new coronavirus?

By Jessica Hamzelou A man wears a mask near Wuhan, ChinaStringer/Getty Face masks are reportedly selling out in cities across Asia as concerns over the spread of a deadly new coronavirus grow. China’s National Health Commission has deployed masks to healthcare workers responding to the outbreak, and millions of masks have been sent to residents… Read More »

Viewpoints: Why Won’t Agency Designed To Protect Consumers Do Anything About Vaping Dangers?; Striking Down Health Law In Court Will Spur Reforms

Monday, Dec 16 2019 8:48 AM full issue Viewpoints: Why Won’t Agency Designed To Protect Consumers Do Anything About Vaping Dangers?; Striking Down Health Law In Court Will Spur Reforms Opinion writers weigh in on these health topics and others. Stat: Consumer Product Safety Commission: Act On Major Threats To Kids  We know a lot… Read More »

Gene variant may help protect against Alzheimer’s disease

A new study provides insights on why some people may be more resistant to Alzheimer’s disease than others. The findings may lead to strategies to delay or prevent the condition. The study was led by investigators at Harvard-affiliated Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), in collaboration with the University of Antioquia, Schepens Eye Research Institute of Massachusetts Eye… Read More »