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Tuesday, March 17, 2020
Coronavirus Live 17/03/2020
17 March 2020
Coronavirus Cases:
186,670
Deaths:
7,471
Recovered:
80,338
China
Coronavirus Cases:
80,881
Deaths:
3,226
Recovered:
68,709
Spain
Coronavirus Cases:
11,178Deaths:
491Recovered:
530
Germany
Coronavirus Cases:
7,636Deaths:
20Recovered:
67
USA
Coronavirus Cases:
4,743Deaths:
93Recovered:
74
United Kingdom
Coronavirus Cases:
1,543Deaths:
55Recovered:
52
France
Coronavirus Cases:
6,633
Deaths:
148
Recovered:
12
Iran
16,169
Deaths:
988
Recovered:
5,389
ITALY
Coronavirus Cases:
27,980
Deaths:
2,158
Recovered:
2,749
Monday, March 16, 2020
Why men are more affected by coronavirus than women ?
According to WHO data, men die significantly more
often than women from SARS-CoV-2. The death
rate in China in mid-February was 2.8% for men
and 1.7% for women. Even a common flu often
strikes men harder than women.
The female immune system is more resistant than
that of men. This is mainly due to the female sex
hormone estrogen, which stimulates the immune
system and thus fights pathogens faster and more
aggressively. Male sex hormone testosterone, on
the other hand, inhibits the immune system.
There are also "genetic reasons," according to
virologist Thomas Pietschmann in an interview
with DW. The reason is that "some immune-related
genes, for example, the genes responsible for
recognizing pathogens, are encoded on the X
chromosome. Since women have two X
chromosomes and men only have one, women have
an advantage here."
Aside from genetic disposition, however, a crucial
factor is also the lifestyle. Men often lead less healthy
lives than women. In China, for example, about 52%
of all men smoke, but not 3% of all women. A lung
weakened by smoking is more susceptible to
respiratory infections.
often than women from SARS-CoV-2. The death
rate in China in mid-February was 2.8% for men
and 1.7% for women. Even a common flu often
strikes men harder than women.
The female immune system is more resistant than
that of men. This is mainly due to the female sex
hormone estrogen, which stimulates the immune
system and thus fights pathogens faster and more
aggressively. Male sex hormone testosterone, on
the other hand, inhibits the immune system.
There are also "genetic reasons," according to
virologist Thomas Pietschmann in an interview
with DW. The reason is that "some immune-related
genes, for example, the genes responsible for
recognizing pathogens, are encoded on the X
chromosome. Since women have two X
chromosomes and men only have one, women have
an advantage here."
Aside from genetic disposition, however, a crucial
factor is also the lifestyle. Men often lead less healthy
lives than women. In China, for example, about 52%
of all men smoke, but not 3% of all women. A lung
weakened by smoking is more susceptible to
respiratory infections.
Coronavirus: Who is particularly at risk and why ?
Men, women and children are infected with the new
Corona virus with equal density. But the consequences
are very different. Decisive factors are age, gender and
possible previous illnesses.
The new Corona virus can spread rapidly in the coming
weeks and months, and two-thirds of the population will
become infected. That is unlikely to change when the
weather warms up again and the classic cold or flu
season ends, says Christian Drosten, chief virologist at
Berlin's Charité hospital.
However, the infection will appear mildly in most infected
persons. A majority of the population will have formed
anti-SARS-CoV-2 antibodies in the fall when the next
cold wave arrives.
Why should older people in particular be protected?
Older people are particularly at risk, as the mortality rate
increases exponentially from the age of about 65.
In China, for example, the mortality rate of infected
persons up to the age of 40 was 0.2%, but between the
ages of 70 and 79, the mortality rate has already
reached 8%, and by 80, the rate is 14.8%.
Therefore, in the coming weeks and months, the elderly,
in particular, should be protected, especially if they suffer
from prior illness. This risk group should actually avoid
crowds, concerts or club meetings.
Grandmother and grandfather should not be used to care
for grandchildren in quarantine or similar emergencies.
On the contrary, younger family members must bring
home shopping for the elderly so that they avoid
unnecessary visits to the supermarket.
What previous diseases increase the risk of infection
with Corona?
Almost all of the deceased were ill before their infection
with Corona. According to a WHO case study in China,
older people with cardiovascular disease, diabetes, high
blood pressure, chronic respiratory disease, and cancer
are particularly at risk.
Corona virus with equal density. But the consequences
are very different. Decisive factors are age, gender and
possible previous illnesses.
The new Corona virus can spread rapidly in the coming
weeks and months, and two-thirds of the population will
become infected. That is unlikely to change when the
weather warms up again and the classic cold or flu
season ends, says Christian Drosten, chief virologist at
Berlin's Charité hospital.
However, the infection will appear mildly in most infected
persons. A majority of the population will have formed
anti-SARS-CoV-2 antibodies in the fall when the next
cold wave arrives.
Why should older people in particular be protected?
Older people are particularly at risk, as the mortality rate
increases exponentially from the age of about 65.
In China, for example, the mortality rate of infected
persons up to the age of 40 was 0.2%, but between the
ages of 70 and 79, the mortality rate has already
reached 8%, and by 80, the rate is 14.8%.
Therefore, in the coming weeks and months, the elderly,
in particular, should be protected, especially if they suffer
from prior illness. This risk group should actually avoid
crowds, concerts or club meetings.
Grandmother and grandfather should not be used to care
for grandchildren in quarantine or similar emergencies.
On the contrary, younger family members must bring
home shopping for the elderly so that they avoid
unnecessary visits to the supermarket.
What previous diseases increase the risk of infection
with Corona?
Almost all of the deceased were ill before their infection
with Corona. According to a WHO case study in China,
older people with cardiovascular disease, diabetes, high
blood pressure, chronic respiratory disease, and cancer
are particularly at risk.
Saturday, March 14, 2020
What does Britain know about coronavirus that the rest of Europe doesn't?
London (CNN)There was something contradictory in Boris Johnson's speech about Britain's response to the coronavirus on Thursday.
Flanked by the country's chief scientific and medical advisers, the
Prime Minister announced that his government was moving to the "delay"
phase of its plan to tackle the outbreak, and warned Britons that they
were facing their "worst public health crisis for a generation" and should
be prepared "to lose loved ones before their time."
And yet, faced with such grave prospects, would the UK be taking the
same stringent precautions as other affected countries? No, was the
answer. At least not for now.
The British government has repeatedly said it does not believe that
banning large-scale gatherings and closing schools -- like Italy, France,
Germany and Spain have done -- would be effective in preventing the
spread of the disease.
This comes despite the fact that parts of the British Isles, including the
Republic of Ireland and Scotland (which is in the UK but has a separate
healthcare system), are now emulating their continental neighbors.
Source: Cnn
Prime Minister announced that his government was moving to the "delay"
phase of its plan to tackle the outbreak, and warned Britons that they
were facing their "worst public health crisis for a generation" and should
be prepared "to lose loved ones before their time."
And yet, faced with such grave prospects, would the UK be taking the
same stringent precautions as other affected countries? No, was the
answer. At least not for now.
The British government has repeatedly said it does not believe that
banning large-scale gatherings and closing schools -- like Italy, France,
Germany and Spain have done -- would be effective in preventing the
spread of the disease.
This comes despite the fact that parts of the British Isles, including the
Republic of Ireland and Scotland (which is in the UK but has a separate
healthcare system), are now emulating their continental neighbors.
Source: Cnn
Coronavirus COVID - 19
Coronaviruses (CoV) are a large family of viruses that
cause illness ranging from the common cold to more
severe diseases such as Middle East Respiratory
Syndrome (MERS-CoV) and Severe Acute Respiratory
Syndrome (SARS-CoV). Coronavirus disease
cause illness ranging from the common cold to more
severe diseases such as Middle East Respiratory
Syndrome (MERS-CoV) and Severe Acute Respiratory
Syndrome (SARS-CoV). Coronavirus disease
(COVID-19) is a new strain that was discovered in
2019 and has not been previously identified in humans.
2019 and has not been previously identified in humans.
Coronaviruses are zoonotic, meaning they are
transmitted between animals and people. Detailed
investigations found that SARS-CoV was transmitted
transmitted between animals and people. Detailed
investigations found that SARS-CoV was transmitted
from civet cats to humans and MERS-CoV from
dromedary camels to humans. Several known
coronaviruses are circulating in animals that have not
yet infected humans.
coronaviruses are circulating in animals that have not
yet infected humans.
Common signs of infection include respiratory
symptoms, fever, cough, shortness of breath and
breathing difficulties. In more severe cases, infection can
cause pneumonia, severe acute respiratory syndrome,
kidney failure and even death.
symptoms, fever, cough, shortness of breath and
breathing difficulties. In more severe cases, infection can
cause pneumonia, severe acute respiratory syndrome,
kidney failure and even death.
Standard recommendations to prevent infection
spread include regular hand washing, covering mouth
and nose when coughing and sneezing, thoroughly
cooking meat and eggs. Avoid close contact with anyone
showing symptoms of respiratory illness such as coughing
and sneezing.
spread include regular hand washing, covering mouth
and nose when coughing and sneezing, thoroughly
cooking meat and eggs. Avoid close contact with anyone
showing symptoms of respiratory illness such as coughing
and sneezing.
Sunday, February 2, 2020
Who was Kobe Bryant ?
Kobe Bean Bryant ( August 23, 1978 – January 26, 2020) was an American professional basketball player. A shooting guard, Bryant entered the National Basketball Association (NBA) directly from high school, and played his entire 20-season professional career in the league with the Los Angeles Lakers. Bryant won five NBA championships, was an 18-time All-Star, 15-time member of the All-NBA Team, 12-time member of the All-Defensive Team, was named the 2008 NBA Most Valuable Player (MVP), and was a two-time NBA Finals MVP winner. Widely regarded as one of the greatest players of all time,he led the NBA in scoring during two seasons, ranks fourth on the league's all-time regular season scoring, and ranks fourth on the all-time postseason scoring list.
Bryant was the son of former NBA player Joe Bryant. He attended Lower Merion High School in Pennsylvania, where he was recognized as the top high-school basketball player in the country. Upon graduation, he declared for the 1996 NBA draft and was selected by the Charlotte Hornets with the 13th overall pick; the Hornets then traded him to the Lakers. As a rookie, Bryant earned himself a reputation as a high-flyer and a fan favorite by winning the 1997 Slam Dunk Contest, and he was named an All-Star by his second season. Despite a feud with teammate Shaquille O'Neal, the pair led the Lakers to three consecutive NBA championships from 2000 to 2002. In 2003, Bryant was accused of sexual assault by a 19-year-old hotel clerk. Criminal charges were brought and then dropped after the accuser refused to testify. A civil suit was later settled out of court. Bryant denied the assault charge but admitted to a sexual encounter. He subsequently issued a public apology, but the allegations were considered to have harmed his public profile and led to the loss of several sponsorships.
After the Lakers lost the 2004 NBA Finals, O'Neal was traded and Bryant became the cornerstone of the Lakers. He led the NBA in scoring during the 2005–06 and 2006–07 seasons. In 2006, he scored a career-high 81 points; the second most points scored in a single game in league history, behind Wilt Chamberlain's 100-point game in 1962. Bryant led the team to two consecutive championships in 2009 and 2010, and was named NBA Finals MVP on both occasions. He continued to be among the top players in the league through 2013, when he suffered a torn Achilles tendon at age 34. Although he recovered from that injury, he suffered season-ending injuries to his knee and shoulder, respectively, in the following two seasons. Citing his physical decline, Bryant retired after the 2015–16 season.
At 34 years and 104 days of age, Bryant became the youngest player in league history to reach 30,000 career points. He became the all-time leading scorer in Lakers franchise history on February 1, 2010, surpassing Jerry West. Bryant was also the first guard in NBA history to play at least 20 seasons. His 18 All-Star designations are the second most all time, while it is the record for most consecutive appearances as a starter. Bryant's four All-Star MVP Awards are tied with Bob Pettit for the most in NBA history. At the 2008 and 2012 Summer Olympics, he won two gold medals as a member of the U.S. national team. In 2018, he won the Academy Award for Best Animated Short Film for his 2017 film Dear Basketball.
Bryant died on January 26, 2020, in a helicopter crash in Calabasas, California. Eight others, including his 13-year-old daughter Gianna Bryant, and college baseball coach John Altobelli, were also killed.
Sunday, January 5, 2020
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