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New coronavirus test could instantly detect if you have COVID-19

New coronavirus test could instantly detect if you have COVID-19

By Claire Davies

News Photonics scientists are developing a laser sensor that detects COVID-19 at the earliest point of infection, and promises to produce faster test results than current finger-prick tests.

Stay happy at home: 40 FREE and fun things to do online right now

Stay happy at home: 40 FREE and fun things to do online right now

By Andy Hartup

Freebies Keep fit, watch free TV, learn a new skill, help your kids learn... Here are all the 100% free things worth doing at home right now.

CDC endorses homemade face masks - here's how to make them

CDC endorses homemade face masks - here's how to make them

By Millie Fender

NEWS Following new COVID-19 research, CDC recommends cloth face coverings when leaving home. Here's how to make a face mask using materials you have at home.

These are the states most at-risk from Coronavirus COVID-19

These are the states most at-risk from Coronavirus

By Millie Fender

NEWS National Health Index maps could indicate the states most likely to be hit hard by COVID-19.

8 Coronavirus myths busted by a doctor: the truth about COVID-19

8 Coronavirus myths busted by a doctor

By Claire Davies

Feature Including the truth about how effective hand sanitizer really is, and whether we can catch COVID-19 from food and packaging.

Who shouldn't wear contact lenses?

Who shouldn't wear contact lenses?

By Christine McGrath

Feature Contact lenses can offer real freedom to those who need vision correction, but they aren't suitable for everyone. This is why you maybe shouldn't wear contact lenses...

Amazon’s Alexa can how help you diagnose yourself with the coronavirus

Amazon’s Alexa can now help you diagnose yourself with the coronavirus

By Sophie Kaemmerle

NEWS Worried you have COVID-19? The doctor is in - and it's Amazon's Alexa.

Here's how you should adjust your laundry routine to protect from coronavirus

Here's what the coronavirus means for your laundry routine

By Millie Fender

FEATURE The CDC has issued laundry instructions to make your washing safer from COVID-19.

New Apple Watch update aims to detect the 'flu-like' symptoms we associate with COVID-19

New Apple Watch update aims to detect the 'flu-like' symptoms we associate with COVID-19

By Millie Fender

NEWS Apple Watch is updating its Cardiogram app to track sleeping BMP, an indicator of 'flu-like' symptoms and even coronavirus.

Missing the gym? Get free at-home fitness classes with leading personal trainers on social media

Missing the gym? Get free at-home fitness classes with leading personal trainers on social media

By Millie Fender

NEWS Leading personal trainers from Barry's Bootcamp, Planet Fitness, and more have turned to social media to offer followers free fitness classes.

Even with health insurance, you could pay over $1,300 for COVID-19 treatment

Even with health insurance, you could pay over $1,300 for COVID-19 treatment

By Claire Davies

NEWS Analysis of out-of-pocket pneumonia treatment costs at hospitals indicate what people might pay for Coronavirus medical care.

Facebook's promise to remove fake coronavirus information backfires when a bug removes real news instead

Facebook's promise to remove fake coronavirus information backfires when a bug removes real news instead

By Sophie Kaemmerle

NEWS You may still be seeing fake news about the coronavirus on the the platform.

76% of Americans worried that the coronavirus will trigger an economic recession

76% of Americans worried that the coronavirus will trigger an economic recession

By Millie Fender

NEWS 36% are planning on delaying non-essential purchases amid high levels of economic anxiety.

Nearly 1 in 3 American families avoided medical care just to cut costs

Nearly 1 in 3 American families avoided medical care just to cut costs

By Millie Fender

NEWS Amid COVID-19 concerns, new research finds 32% of U.S. families have avoided going to the doctor in the last year due to cost.

Major health insurance companies will cover costs of coronavirus testing, says White House

Major health insurance companies will cover costs of coronavirus testing, says White House

By Millie Fender

NEWS White House promises "no surprise billing" for coronavirus testing and treatment, in agreement with major health insurers.

Best medical alert systems 2020: Keep seniors independent and safe

Best medical alert systems 2020: Keep seniors independent and safe

By David Ludlow, Ian Stokes

Buying Guide Mobile and in-home systems

"The more steps, the better": Walking more can reduce risk of diabetes by 43%

"The more steps, the better": Walking more can reduce risk of diabetes by 43%

By Millie Fender

NEWS A new study from the AHA has found that the more you walk, the lower your risk of diabetes and high blood pressure.

Study says Apple Watch can reduce risk of strokes, but healthcare professionals are skeptical

Study says Apple Watch can reduce risk of strokes, but healthcare professionals are skeptical

By Millie Fender

NEWS The study aims to lower stroke risk through use of Apple products. However, healthcare professionals are not sold on the plans.

Treating neck and back pain is costing Americans $134 billion a year, according to new study

Treating neck and back pain is costing Americans $134 billion a year, according to new study

By Millie Fender

NEWS Back and neck pain tops diabetes and heart disease as America's most expensive health issue.

New study finds irregular sleep patterns are damaging the heart health of older adults

New study finds irregular sleep patterns are damaging the heart health of older adults

By Millie Fender

NEWS Not having a regular sleeping routine could double your risk of cardiovascular disease.