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The monkeypox virus spreading across the US, Europe and the UK is mutating surprisingly fast, according to a study conducted by Portuguese researchers and published in the journal Nature Medicine. The study offers the most in-depth look at the genetic makeup of the virus so far. Scientists sequence virus genomes because the genome is the virus's playbook — the genome is the genetic material of an organism, and, in the case of a virus, it tells us what the virus is, what is does and how it is likely to spread. Monkeypox mutated 50 times since 2018 For the study, the researchers took samples from 15 monkeypox patients and compared the genomes of the virus that had infected them. The researchers found that the patients each had a strain of monkeypox that could be traced back to a previous outbreak of the virus in 2018-2019 in the United Kingdom, Israel and Singapore, which had originated in Nigeria. But, more than that, the tests showed that the virus had mutated 50 times — … [Read more...] about Monkeypox virus mutations ‘challenging’ what we know

Valneva ships first doses of COVID-19 vaccine on April 6th Sign up for FREE health tips to live a long and happy life SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info One of these side effects, say University College London, is a condition known as Guillan-Barre Syndrome (GBS). This is a rare but serious autoimmune condition known to attack the peripheral nervous system. Researchers are concerned about the damaging impact of the condition and what this could mean for the select few who suffer from it. It is important to note, while unnerving, the onset of GBS is highly unlikely. Related articles How to live longer: The diet linked to ‘20-year’ changes in lifespan Bowel cancer signs: Three feelings that come to you … [Read more...] about Unusual syndrome affects patients with AstraZeneca vaccine – symptoms to spot

Published 17 October 2020 Share close Share page Copy link About sharing Football fans have been urged to abide by local lockdown restrictions and watch the Old Firm match at home. The managers of Celtic and Rangers have joined First Minister Nicola Sturgeon in appealing to their supporters to help curb the spread of the virus. Fans who flout rules on households mixing are "putting others at risk", one public health chief warned. And those hoping to watch the game in Blackpool pubs were warned there would be a high police presence in the town. Celtic are due to play Rangers at Celtic Park at 12:30. The Scottish Premiership clash will take place in an empty stadium due to coronavirus restrictions which ban crowds from watching live sport. It will be televised but pubs in the central belt are currently closed due to the pandemic. During the Scottish government daily … [Read more...] about Covid in Scotland: Fans urged to watch Old Firm match at home

Mike Wilson, the chief investment officer (CIO) for Morgan Stanley, has warned that the recession caused by the coronavirus pandemic will be "steeper" than any previous economic downturn. Lawmakers and economists have been predicting an economic recession, as businesses across the nation have shut down or cut back operations in an effort to curb the spread of the rapidly spreading coronavirus. Unemployment claims have surged while the stock market has tanked. During a Thursday interview with CNBC's Squawk Box , Wilson weighed in with his perspective on the crisis. "I think it's a consensus that we're in a recession. It's going to be steeper than what we've seen probably ever before, and sharper," he explained. "The question is, is it going to be short? Or is it going to be elongated?" he asked. Wilson noted that Morgan Stanley was "leaning more toward the short and sharp" due to the "dramatic" policy response from the government. He suggested that there was now consensus … [Read more...] about Recession caused by coronavirus will be “steeper than what we’ve seen probably ever before,” says Morgan Stanley CIO

Go on, treat yourself. How often do we say that to ourselves when we're feeling a bit down or dreary? The idea that we can boost our mood or reward ourselves when we're having a difficult time by buying things is, of course, a fallacy. But it's become so accepted that people are even prepared to get into debt to experience the briefest sense of euphoria that comes with a splurge. Naturally, companies know this and are quick to step in and encourage those who might be wavering by offering the opportunity to delay or spread out payments. The past few years have seen an explosion of such firms, especially when it comes to shopping online. But concerns have been raised that, amid the cost of living crisis, people are being tempted to buy things on credit that they can ill afford. One in three shoppers using 'buy now, pay later' services are in 'unmanageable debt', with the average borrower now paying off 4.8 purchases at once, up from 2.6 in February, according to research by … [Read more...] about DR MAX PEMBERTON: Trust me, your retail therapy makes you feel worse

Published 15 October 2020 comments Comments Share close Share page Copy link About sharing Nicola Sturgeon has warned that Scotland will not return to normal when the current restrictions on pubs and restaurants expire later this month. Licensed premises across the central belt were temporarily closed last week, with tough restrictions placed on those elsewhere in the country. The rules are due to expire on 26 October - but Ms Sturgeon said this would not signal a return to normality. The ban on visiting other people's homes will also remain in place. And the Scottish government is to introduce a multi-tier system of alert levels similar to that now in force in England, which could potentially see venues in areas with coronavirus outbreaks remain closed. Ms Sturgeon was giving a video statement to MSPs as she announced that a further 1,351 cases of Covid-19 and … [Read more...] about Covid in Scotland: No ‘return to normal’ when pubs reopen