MNT daily newsletter - March 18, 2020

Welcome, here are Medical News Todayâs headlines for March 18, 2020.

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Fertility

When can you feel a baby move?
Women may first feel fetal movement at about 16 weeks of pregnancy. Here, learn how the baby's movements change throughout pregnancy and when to see a doctor.

Flu / Cold / SARS

Why does SARS-CoV-2 spread so easily?
We take a look at some recent studies that help explain how SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, is so effective at attacking human cells.

What essential oils are good for the flu?
Some people use essential oils to relieve symptoms of a cold or flu. However, they cannot cure the flu or any other virus, and there may be some risks. Learn more here.

Medical Devices / Diagnostics

What is a colposcopy?
A colposcopy is a procedure that checks for abnormal cells in a person's cervix. Read this article to find out about the procedure, the results, and what to expect.

Nutrition / Diet

Micros vs. macros: Everything you need to know
People need both macronutrients and micronutrients in their diet. In this article, learn about the differences between them and if tracking them aids weight loss.

How long can you survive without food?
How long a person can survive without food depends on many factors, including their age, body size, activity level, and overall health. Learn more here.

Public Health

COVID-19: Study estimates rate of âsilent transmissionâ
Once an individual has the virus, there is a phase before symptoms begin. A study estimates how many infections occur as a result of people in this phase.

How to stop the spread of viruses
Viruses such as the novel coronavirus are highly contagious, but institutions and individuals can take many steps to limit the spread of these viruses.

Coronavirus cause: Origin and how it spreads
Coronavirus may have originated in bats. The first known cases of COVID-19 were in Wuhan, China. Learn more about its origin, causes, and transmission here.

Respiratory

Network of neurons creates a unique rhythm for each breath we take
A small group of neurons triggers the optimal inhalation for each breath we take. 'Each breath is like a new song with the same beat,' say the researchers.