Tag: asymptomatic carriers

Study Explains the Silent Spread of Covid-19

Posted on by Jesse Santiano, M.D.

A study published at Oxford Academic gives a reason why millions have Covid-19 in more than 180 countries. In this study, the scientist compared the growth of the SARS virus and SARS-CoV-2 and the damage they cause in human lung tissues. They also measured the immune response of the lungs to both diseases. The SARS…

Drive-Thru Testing for Covid-19

Posted on by Jesse Santiano, M.D.

South Korea pioneered the drive-thru testing for the Covid-19. The mayor of Goyang was inspired by the efficiency of the Starbucks drive-thru.  They started on Feb 26. Since then, South Korea has tested almost more than 202 thousand people with its 50 drive-thru centers.  As of today, Australia, Wales, Sheffield, England, and the University of…