New testing kits provide a rapid and fairly accurate method of assessing coronavirus infection. In one new study using these kits, the results are revealing some new underlying trends in the COVID-19 pandemic.^1,2 In some ways, these results are encouraging and in other ways they give cause for concern.

New York City has become one of the largest epicenters of confirmed cases in the United States for coronavirus infections.

Some good news in potential treatment options for COVID-19 was reported in the American journal Science.¹ Four new treatment options were being tried in a large-scale study across multiple countries. Currently, about 15% of COVID-19 patients need to be treated in a hospital or similar setting and some facilities and staff are being swamped. Science reported,

With everyone stuck at home, it might be beneficial to know that stepping outside for even 15 minutes a day may help alleviate some of the COVID-19 symptoms—if you were to catch it.

Standing in the sun for 15 minutes (a little longer if you have darker skin) will generate enough vitamin D to help support your immune system.¹

Darwin’s theory of evolution makes several predictions about adaptation. But recent genetic findings raise questions about the accuracy of evolutionary theory, since the findings point toward different types of engineered adaptability. The latest challenges to Darwin’s theory, published in March 2020, come from the fascinating insects known as turtle ants.