On Thursday, the Food and Drug Administration approved a second COVID-19 at-home antiviral medication. The medicine, known as molnupiravir, was approved a day after the FDA approved Pfizer's COVID-19 antiviral, known as Paxlovid. Both medications help persons with COVID-19 who are at risk of developing a severe case of the disease avoid hospitalization and death. Molnupiravir, a drug manufactured by Merck, is approved for adults aged 18 and above who...

According to a study led by Kentaro Mizuta of Tohoku University's Graduate School of Dentistry, the sleep hormone melatonin aggravates asthma. The findings were reported in the journal "American Journal of Physiology Lung Cellular and Molecular Physiology." Bronchoconstriction is a condition in which the smooth muscles of the bronchus — the tube that transports air to and from your lungs — constrict. Many people use a bronchodilator, a drug that...

Apple has developed a new Android software called 'Tracker Discover,' which allows users to detect hidden AirTags and other Find My network-enabled devices. Android users can use the Tracker Detect app to look for active trackers on the Find My network, which includes Apple's airbag. "Tracker Detect searches for item trackers that have become separated from their owners and are compatible with Apple's Find My network." AirTag and related devices...

Receiving a spam call or text is something that happens on a daily basis. It might be a telemarketing call or someone trying to sell you something like insurance or a credit card. Unknown caller messages are a common part of the daily smartphone experience. Truecaller's latest data confirms that India is among the worst-affected countries when it comes to spam calls and messages. India is ranked fourth on the...

Will COVID drugs help us fight the virus and are they effective? Do persons who have been vaccinated have to take COVID pills? Amid an increase in Omicron variant infections, there has been discussion regarding whether COVID pills are necessary to combat the novel coronavirus. Balram Bhargava, Director General of the Indian Council of Medical Research, said on Friday that scientific evidence on antiviral Covid tablets does not support...

The most popular social media network is Facebook. Many people devote a significant amount of time to this. You can use Facebook for a variety of purposes, including sharing content, chatting with friends, and playing games. Your Facebook profile is viewed by a large number of people. The company does not reveal the identities of those who saw the profile. However, there are a few strategies you may take to...

In a rare case, a 33-year-old lady in Canada found there was a foetus growing inside her liver. The doctor who diagnosed the rare ailment broke the news to them. Dr Michael Narvey of the Children's Hospital Research Institute of Manitoba in Canada posted a video on social media revealing the medical case. "I thought I'd seen it all," he said. "A 33-year-old woman walks in with a 14-day...

Durga Puja is a quintessential combination of religion and culture, which the Bengali people take great pride in and celebrates. Many people see it as more of an emotional experience than a festival. While it is also observed in other regions of the world, official universal recognition was on the horizon. 'Durga Puja in Kolkata' has officially been inscribed on the Representative List of Humanity's Intangible Cultural Heritage by the...

The Omicron strain of COVID-19 has claimed its first victim in the United Kingdom. Boris Johnson, the British Prime Minister, confirmed the death. The death was announced as the United Kingdom initiated an aggressive booster programme to combat the new strain of concern. "Unfortunately, at least one patient has been verified to have died from Omicron," Johnson told reporters a day after warning that the mutant virus may cause a "tidal...

The winter season, with all of its benefits, has its own attraction. As the weather improves, so does one's appetite and digestion, and one may want to go outside and enjoy nature. While the season alleviates many of the discomforts associated with hot and humid weather, it is also the time of year when certain disorders such as arthritis, heart disease, respiratory problems, and skin problems become more prevalent....