(CNN)We know that the coronavirus can enter the body through the nose and mouth — hence the constant recommendations from doctors to wear face coverings and practice social distancing.But what about the eyes? Should we all be wearing goggles or face shields as well?It’s certainly possible that a person could get Covid-19 through the eyes,…

COVID-19 will be remembered for many things — most undoubtedly negative. There are, however, some silver linings among the horrors of the deadliest pandemic in recent memory. Among them, if the sort of human ingenuity that shines whenever the world is faced with a similar crisis. The simple truth of the matter is the world…

Image copyright Getty Images Image caption The head of the FDA, Dr Stephen Hahn, said he “can’t predict when a vaccine will be ready” The head of the US drugs regulator has cast doubt on President Donald Trump’s prediction that a Covid-19 vaccine will be ready this year.”I can’t predict when a vaccine will be…

Image copyright Reuters When the leaders of the EU27 gather in Brussels on Friday be prepared for the shock of the familiar. After five months of stilted diplomacy by video conference, presidents and prime ministers will once again gather face to face. Although of course that doesn’t mean they’ll see eye to eye.Expect plenty of…

Image copyright Getty Images Image caption In Yemen, a quarter of all those confirmed to have had the virus have died from it The United Nations is making an appeal for $10.3 billion (£8.2 billion) to help fight the coronavirus pandemic, its largest ever fundraising call.The UN says up to 265 million people could face…

Image copyright Getty Images Image caption Some models suggest that just 20% of people – superspreaders – account for 80% of infections Now months into the US coronavirus outbreak, safety precautions have become routine: stand 6ft (2m) apart, wear a mask, and wash your hands.But still, certain ‘superspreader’ events – birthday parties, bar nights, and…

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Evaluating the quality of Covid-19 research is challenging, even for the scientists who study it. Studies are rapidly pouring out of labs and hospitals, but not all of that information is rigorously vetted before it makes its way into the world. Some studies are small and anecdotal. Others are based on bad data or misplaced…