Smokers, vapers may
be at greater risk
Studies already amply show that cigarette smoking weakens the immune system and compromises lung function
Smokers, vapers may
Here are the facts on hydroxychloroquine, which the president has promoted despite little evidence that it works against the coronavirus
The trial will enrol about 50 COVID-19 patients in collaboration with US hospitals
It prompts a WHO investigation into the transmission of the virus between humans and pets
United States is particularly vulnerable because of high obesity levels there, France's chief epidemiologist says
But there is still no hard evidence that the drug, used for years to treat malaria and autoimmune disorders, has any effect on the virus
His advisers have warned that more study is needed to determine malaria drugs’ safety and efficiency in treatment for coronavirus
Physicians in the UK are now doing much of their consultations online or by telephone
The country confirms 318 deaths from the coronavirus
Government will take action against private hospitals, clinics or chambers if they remain closed during coronavirus epidemic, says Zahid Malik
