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NIH begins a large Phase 3 clinical trial to test immune modulators for the treatment of COVID-19
The National Institutes of Health has launched an adaptive Phase 3 clinical trial to evaluate the safety and efficacy of three immune modulator drugs in hospitalized adults with COVID-19. Part of the Accelerating COVID-19 Therapeutic Interventions and Vaccines...
Stressful times are an opportunity to teach children resilience.
Between the global COVID-19 pandemic, the associated economic downturn and widespread protests over racism, it’s difficult for everyone. Many people are struggling, consumed with anxiety and stress, finding ourselves unable to sleep or focus. As a developmental...
RWJF Invites Proposals for Public Policy Research to Advance Racial Equity, Justice
On the way of building the evidence base for national, state, and local policies that can advance racial equity in health and well-being in the US, the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation is now welcoming applications to its Policies for Action: Public Policy Research to...
The coronavirus is making it harder for domestic violence victims to find a place to live, a study shows
As states across the country rush to curb the surge in coronavirus cases, once again the safest place for anyone to be is home. But for victims of domestic violence, home is far from a safe haven. The coronavirus has led to a surge in domestic violence, leaving...
Although Healed, A Number of Corona Patients Still Feeling Symptoms
Doctors and experts warn of another potential problem from the Covid-19 pandemic . This lurking problem is in the form of long-term health problems that may be experienced by patients who have been infected with the corona virus. Reynold Panettieri, Professor of...
Exercising In Poor Air Quality – Is It Safe?
Exercising is a necessity to stay healthy in today’s world. Moderate physical activity is the first step to staying fit. But the question is, is it safe to exercise outdoors rather than inside? We know there has been a massive fire recently in the forest of...
Public Education, Support for Voters Essential to Election
States must provide the public with clear messages about the changes that have been made to polling locations and voting practices during this very unusual presidential election, says Elizabeth Matto, professor and director of Rutgers University’s Center for Youth...
Research shows conversation quickly spreads droplets more than six feet inside buildings
Although scientists have not yet fully identified the transmission mechanisms of the COVID-19 virus, current research indicates that people without symptoms could infect others through tiny droplets created when they speak, sing or laugh. Stone and co-lead researcher...