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As of Thursday, the number of COVID-19 cases in the U.S. surpassed those in China and Italy, with New York being one of the hardest-hit states. What Happened On Thursday, the total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases reached 83,329 in the U.S. Every state reported confirmed cases of the disease and...

Some of the world's leading technology companies, including Facebook Inc. (NASDAQ: FB) and Microsoft Inc. (NASDAQ: MSFT), have teamed up with the World Health Organization to launch a novel coronavirus-themed (COVID-19) hackathon. What Happened Other participating companies include Twitter Inc...

The COVID-19 virus outbreak is becoming a larger threat as it continues to spread throughout the world — and when something new comes along, false information tends to follow. As the situation continues to develop, it’s easy for the truth to get lost in a sea of headlines. Whether for...

A few weeks into the COVID-19 outbreak, the World Health Organization warned not of an epidemic but of a “massive infodemic.” A deluge of media reports flooded consumers with information that blended the true and the false. The WHO said the threat “makes it hard for people to find...

An increase in the number of virus cases in South Korea centered around a church has led to the government asking 2.5 M people to stay at home. What Happened The government of South Korea has asked 2.5 million people in Daegu, a city in the South East of the country, to stay at home after 33...

The World Health Organization published this month a list of 113 “essential” in vitro diagnostics to guide member states in establishing standards for universal health coverage, inform donation selection for nongovernmental organizations, and direct the medtech sector’s...

The World Health Organization released guidelines Monday to help governments eradicate artificial trans fats from national diets and legislate healthier — and more expensive — alternatives. The campaign will have little effect on the flavor and fortune of popular U.S. brands. Why US...

Where have we seen this movie before? It was “Thank You For Smoking,” a barbed satire based on a Christopher Buckley novel about the government’s attempt to rein in the cigarette trade by forcing Big Tobacco to put a skull and crossbones on every pack. Since that movie came out in...

Canaccord Genuity said in note Tuesday the Gates Foundation agreement helps open up the spigot for OraSure Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: OSUR). The firm lifted its price target in the wake of the news. Canaccord noted that the deal is similar to Danaher Corporation (NYSE: DHR) unit Cepheid's TB...

Too much of anything is a poison, and moderation is recommended for anything to work in a positive manner. This seems to ring right and true even for alcohol, as a drinking binge can cause several health to physiological to psychological to behavioral issues. That said, analysis of some studies has...

Inovio Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: INO) said Thursday it’s observed a 100-percent antibody response in a phase I study for a Zika virus vaccine and a 92 percent antibody response in a phase I study for a MERS vaccine. The findings were presented at a Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness...

Russian authorities are gearing up for a fight against a new kind of drinking problem. President Vladimir Putin has called for tightened alcohol regulations, and investigators have opened a criminal investigation, in response to the growing abuse of “alcohol substitutes.” In...

The World Health Organization (WHO) wants to see a global tax on sugar beverages. The United Nations' public health arm said on Tuesday it is calling for "global action" to tax sugary drinks, which are linked with obesity, type 2 diabetes and tooth decay. In a report titled "Fiscal policies for...

The Zika virus has swarmed media outlets as the mosquito-borne disease spreads. Over the past six months, the scare has escalated from an issue concerning South America to a woman's and ethical issue — as bans against pregnancy in certain countries following the discovery that the virus can...

Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ: SBUX) lovers can continue enjoying their hot beverages, so long as it isn't served too hot. According to a study conducted by the World Health Organization's cancer agency, the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), there is no conclusive proof that...