New coronavirus cases in Hong Kong raise concerns of local cluster

New coronavirus cases in Hong Kong raise concerns of local cluster
Reuters: Health
A cluster of nine coronavirus cases raised concerns in Hong Kong over renewed local transmission in a city that has been one of the most successful in keeping the pandemic under control.


More than 30 coronavirus cases in Tokyo: NHK

More than 30 coronavirus cases in Tokyo: NHK
Reuters: Health
More than 30 new coronavirus infections were reported in Tokyo on Tuesday, Japan's NHK public broadcaster said, marking the first time the number of daily cases has topped 30 in 19 days.


Japan allows saliva-based tests to boost coronavirus detection

Japan allows saliva-based tests to boost coronavirus detection
Reuters: Health
Japan's government said on Tuesday it has approved saliva-based tests for the new coronavirus, offering a safer, simpler way to diagnose infection as well as boosting the number of tests being carried out using polymerase chain reaction (PCR) technology.


What you need to know about the coronavirus right now

What you need to know about the coronavirus right now
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Here's what you need to know about the coronavirus right now:


India's drug regulator grants Gilead Sciences marketing authorisation for remdesivir

India's drug regulator grants Gilead Sciences marketing authorisation for remdesivir The approval process for remdesivir was accelerated in view of the emergency situation and the unmet need for medicines in light of the coronavirus outbreak, a source in the know of the developments told . https://ift.tt/eA8V8J

Thailand reports one new coronavirus case, one new death

Thailand reports one new coronavirus case, one new death
Reuters: Health
Thailand confirmed one new coronavirus case and one additional death on Tuesday, a health ministry spokesman said.


Schools reopen as Singapore eases lockdown restrictions

Schools reopen as Singapore eases lockdown restrictions
Reuters: Health
With temperatures checked, masks fitted, and hand sanitizers at the ready, many Singapore children returned to school on Tuesday after a novel coronavirus lockdown of nearly two months.