Re-usable PPE designed to ‘last the whole coronavirus pandemic’ could solve NHS shortages when it is ready next week Re-usable protective gear has the potential to replace throwaway items ‘Parachute gown’ remains sterile and waterproof after 100 73C washes First 1,000 gowns will be delivered to Derby hospital as soon as next week Here’s how … Read more
At least 70 vaccines for coronavirus are now in development, a promising sign for the global battle against the pandemic. But even if these vaccines make it through the study process, shortages of surprising materials could hinder the actual production and distribution of vaccines. In addition to the virus-neutralizing agents scientists produce in labs, materials … Read more
Unrest has spread across Africa, with riots over food shortages and an army being deployed to ‘restore order’ as the coronavirus crisis rocks the continent. Protests have erupted in Cape Town, the military have been mobilised in Lesotho and the chief of staff to the Nigerian government died of the lethal bug. African now has more than … Read more