• Vitamin C, given at high doses, is claimed to shorten the length of coronavirus infection, but evidence remains thin.
• Reports out of China aren’t well-sourced, and scientists in the United States and abroad have criticized the notion that flooding the body with vitamin C will have any dramatic effect for COVID-19 patients.
• There is still no “magic bullet” for coronavirus, and while we wait for a vaccine to be developed, social distancing and other precautions are our best bet to remain healthy.
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We’re in the midst of a pandemic right now and most people are doing absolutely anything they can think of to keep themselves safe and healthy. Inevitably, that means supposed cures will pop up with little to no evidence to support them. Right now, Vitamin C is a hot topic, with some claiming that high doses have been proven to help infected individuals recover from the illness. Others, including some of the world’s top health experts, aren’t so sure.

Some of the boldest claims about vitamin C’s effectiveness have come out of China, with YouTube channels claiming to be legitimate sources detail the results of clinical trials they claim are being conducted. One supposed test utilized high doses of vitamin C, given intravenously, for between 7 and 10 days.

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We’ve got some truly terrific daily deals for you to check out on Thursday, and all of them are shipping out immediately despite the fact that many retailers are delaying some nonessential deliveries right now. Highlights include MERV 13 air filters and activated charcoal carbon filters in stock and shipping now (these are the materials you need to make DIY medical face masks — learn how to make them right here), Anker’s best-selling PowerWave Pad 10W fast wireless charger for just $8.99, an Alexa-enabled Wi-Fi smart plug with two outlets for $9.20 with coupon code KJFEFF3A, AirPods Pro back in stock and shipping immediately, AirPods 2 at their lowest price ever from Black Friday, UV-C smartphone sanitizers somehow back in stock, a YI Home Camera 3 plus 6 months of free cloud service for just $19.50 with coupon code GAXSJC8C, a hidden deal on the Fire TV Stick 4K (buy two, save $20) or save $50 on a Certified Refurbished Fire TV Stick 4K, best-selling true wireless earbuds like AirPods for just $35.14, exclusive deals on Fire HD 8 and Fire HD 10 Tablets only for Prime members, awesome Ring Doorbell bundle deals, $30 off the top-of-the-line Echo Show, up to 80% off top-rated Kindle books, deep discounts on Nest thermostats, and more. Check out all of today’s top daily deals down below.

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• People across the US are spending more time at home than ever as they shelter in place in an effort to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus.
• Some people are able to work from home or take classes from home, but we all have much more free time on our hands than ever before.
• That means streaming and TV viewership numbers are way up, and new data from TV Time tells us which TV shows people are binge-watching most while cooped up at home.
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Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+, and all the other popular streaming services out there are in store for quite a boost in concurrent streams over the coming weeks and months. In fact, it looks like it’s already proving to be too much to bear at times, considering Netflix just suffered a brief nationwide outage yesterday. People across the country and around the world are hunkered down at home right now, doing their part to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus outbreak. Needless to say, that means many people are spending a lot more time than they usually do watching TV or streaming movies and shows from their favorite streaming services (if you’re strapped for cash, by the way, don’t forget to check out our roundup of 10 services that stream TV shows and movies for free).

If you’re one of the responsible people out there who is staying indoors at home as much as possible, you’re undoubtedly in search of new content to watch. Netflix subscribers alone have 55 new originals to enjoy this month, including the new season of Ozark that premieres on Friday, and there are 53 more Netflix original TV shows and movies set to debut next month in April. Then you add in all the other services out there and it can be overwhelming. Thankfully, TV-tracking app TV Time releases new reports each week that tell us about the shows everyone is binge-watching most, and this week’s report just came out.

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• As the company announced last week, Amazon has stopped delivering most nonessential products so that it can free up space in its warehouses for essentials.
• People still want certain devices while they self-quarantine though, and the Fire TV Stick 4K and Fire TV Cube are two of the last streaming media players that are still being delivered this week.
• There’s even a hidden deal that will save you a few dollars — Certified Refurbished Fire TV Stick 4K units are now back in stock while supplies last.
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There are some fantastic deals out there right now if you’re in the market for a new streaming media player. The best ones might be the Roku Express HD that’s on sale today for just $24 and the newly upgraded Roku Streaming Stick+. The latter model is faster, it supports up to 4K resolution, and it can display HDR content with some of the most vivid colors you’ve ever seen, it normally sells for $60, but you’ll find it on Amazon today for just $39. That’s an even better price than we saw during Black Friday last year!

Both of those deals are terrific indeed, and they’re great for anyone who doesn’t have an immediate need for a streaming media player. That’s right, because Amazon is no longer shipping most nonessential products in order to free up capacity for things like medical supplies, those devices won’t be delivered until sometime in late April or early may. If you want a streaming media player that will ship out immediately so you can use it while you’re cooped up at home during the coronavirus lockdown, you really only have two good options.

First up is the Fire TV Cube, which Amazon bills as the “fastest, most powerful Fire TV.” That’s true indeed, and the Fire TV Cube has all the streaming media features you could possibly want. But that isn’t the best thing about it compared to other Fire TV devices. Instead, it’s the fact that it has hands-free Alexa support built right in. It’s basically an Echo Dot combined with a Fire TV Stick 4K, and it’s in stock right now and ready to ship.

The other hot streaming media player you can still get delivered right now is the Fire TV Stick 4K, which is by far Amazon’s most popular 4K-enabled Fire TV product. It gives you access to every single streaming media service you can imagine and even at full price, it’s an incredible value.

As we mentioned, there’s also a somewhat hidden deal available on Amazon right now that you definitely won’t find unless you know what you’re looking for. Certified Refurbished Fire TV Stick Units are back in stock, which doesn’t happen very often, and they’re on sale at a discount. They’re guaranteed to look and work just like you or you can return them for a full refund, so you really have nothing to lose!

Certified Refurbished Fire TV Stick 4K with Alexa Voice Remote, streaming media player: $44.99

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• Huawei unveiled its brand new P40 flagship series during an online-only media event, and the series includes three devices: The Huawei P40, P40 Pro, and Huawei P40+.
• The P40 Pro is the best of the bunch, featuring a unique all-screen design complete with a hole-punch 3D face recognition camera and a significantly improved multi-lens camera module.
• All P40 phones will ship without Google apps on board, as Huawei is still banned from conducting business with Google.
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Huawei’s P40 Pro launch event should have taken place in Paris, France on Wednesday, with CEO Richard Yu delivering his keynote to a packed audience. Huawei is still prominent in Europe and other markets despite last year’s ban in the United States, which stripped Google apps off of Huawei Android handsets, among other things. But these aren’t normal times. Paris, like many other places, is locked down and public gatherings like the launch of a brand new phone are banned. Even if they weren’t, nobody would risk hosting a public event as long as the novel coronavirus is still raging out there. So Huawei unveiled the three Huawei P40 handsets — yes, there are three of them — via an online-only press event. These are the P40, the P40 Pro, and the P40 Pro+, three high-end handsets that will compete directly against the Galaxy S20 series, all other Android flagships, and the iPhone.

Just as Huawei teased a few months ago, the P40 Pro phones do indeed feature a design unlike anything seen in the industry. And, just as expected, the P40 phones are all about delivering a better camera experience than before. Sadly, the P40 series will disappoint some fans of the series when it comes to software, as we’re still looking at Huawei’s Android 10-based software without any Google apps on all three phones.

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• Home security cameras have gotten more and more affordable over the years, but lower-end models typically come with several compromises compared to pricier alternatives.
• The YI Smart Home Camera 3 is a rare example of an ultra-affordable home camera that doesn’t compromise, and right now Amazon is running the best deal we’ve ever seen on this model.
• A special coupon code slashes the price of the camera to just $19.50, plus there’s a special deal that bundles 6 months of cloud storage for free.
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Remember when the $200 Nest Cam first came out and it seemed like a great value? Unfortunately for Nest, those days are long gone. It’s a great camera that ties in nicely with the rest of Nest’s smart home products, but $200 is an absolutely absurd price to pay for a single home security camera when there are dozens upon dozens of alternatives out there that are just as good for a fraction of the price.

Today, we’re going to focus on just one of the aforementioned alternatives: the Yi Smart Home Camera 3. It’s one of the best-selling home cameras out there because it offers all the features you might need for a shockingly low price. You get a great app, 1080p resolution, 2-way audio, motion-detection, and even advanced features like human detection and sound analytics, all for just $27. If you grab one today on Amazon though, you can save a bundle plus get a terrific added bonus.

Use the coupon code GAXSJC8C at checkout and you’ll slash the price of this already-affordable home security camera to just $19.50. What’s more, this is a special bundle that includes 6 months of YI’s paid cloud storage service for free. There’s no other camera that even comes close to matching this value, but the deal is only available until the end of the month.

Here are some more details about the camera and its specs from Amazon’s product page:

• Dedicated Version bundled with 6-Month of YI Cloud Storage: Enjoy 6-month of YI Cloud storage at no extra cost! This plan includes 7-day storage for all of your extra-long motion detection video clips. Never miss a moment, as soon as the YI Home Camera 3 detects motion it will start recording and finish once movement has stopped. With fast-forward speeds of up to 32x and graphic retrieval, jump directly to the important events of the day.
• Get Immediate Assistance with 24/7 Emergency Response Service – Through one click, instantly involve Noon light’s Certified Emergency Dispatchers, who coordinate with police, fire, and EMS agencies to ensure the people or things you love are safe and sound. ( Optional Paid Service)
• Enhanced Alert System with Abnormal Sound Detection / Human Detection – Identify sounds within a range of 16 feet. Customize sound alert between 50dB to 90+dB and sensor sensitivity levels from high to low depending on your demand for dog/pet monitor. AI human detection filters “false positives” caused by unwanted objects or flying bugs.
• Privacy Mode with Scheduling Power Off – Customize the stand-by time of your camera for each day of your week, so it works when you are working and rests when you are relaxing at home.
• Easy to View and Share with YI Home App – Monitor and control your camera in one convenient phone app. Customize settings according to your preferences and experience useful features: Activity Alerts, Camera Sharing with families, fun recording sharing to social media and more. (PC/Mac client supports viewing up to 4 live camera feeds on one screen)
• Your camera can not only stand on its base but also mount on metal objects with a magnetic base and any wall or ceiling. 1. Split the camera from the base. Turn the base counterclockwise to separate the camera from the base. 2. Drill locating holes on the base.
• How to Activate 6-month Cloud Service: Open YI HOME APP, choose this camera / Settings / My YI Cloud / Activate Half a year YI Cloud.

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• People are finally starting to get the message that the novel coronavirus is a horrific, potentially deadly pandemic that we all need to take seriously.
• Doing your part to slow the spread of COVID-19 means staying indoors at home as much as you possibly can, and only going out if you need to purchase essentials or if you have been advised by your doctor to seek medical attention.
• We’re all going to be spending a lot of time inside our homes with our families, so stocking up on best-selling board games is a great way to help pass the time while having fun and spending quality time together.
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We’re in this together, people. Each and every one of us has a duty to help slow the spread of the novel coronavirus, which has already become the most serious viral threat of this generation. Things are finally starting to get under control in China, and that’s great news under you consider exactly how that was achieved. Only through strict lockdowns, self-quarantines, social distancing, and other measures was the country able to slow the horrific spread of COVID-19. Europe is now the epicenter of the novel coronavirus outbreak, and things there will get worse before they start to get any better. Next, of course, comes the United States, and things are going to get very bad here until people start taking COVID-19 much more seriously.

Even if your state hasn’t issued an order to shelter in place, you should seriously consider taking some initiative and helping to slow the spread of the virus. Doing so can save lives, both within your family and in your community. All that time spent indoors is bound to be stressful at times, of course, and it will be important for all family members to get plenty of alone time to avoid getting on each other’s nerves. Shared experiences are just as important though, and board games are a great way to have fun together as a group.

Amazon has stopped most nonessential shipments at this point in order to free up capacity for crucial goods. But Amazon seems to know as well as we do that fun board games are essential for families stuck indoors. That’s why all of Amazon’s best-selling board games are in stock and shipping out immediately right now, so you should definitely take advantage and stock up. Highlights include Jenga, Guess Who, Candy Land: Kingdom Of Sweet Adventures, and of course Battleship. You’ll aslo find some great games for adults like the Exploding Kittens Card Game and Cards Against Humanity. Check out all 10 of Amazon’s best-selling board games below, and you’ll even find some great discounts on popular options.

Cards Against Humanity: $25.00

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• Healthcare workers on the front lines of the novel coronavirus pandemic are at the highest risk of becoming infected, especially in hospitals where the influx of coronavirus patients is exhausting the supply of face masks and other protective measures.
• A hospital in New Jersey has become the first in the United States to use an emerging new solution called the NanoVapor BioTech Microbial Suppression System.
• The system is FDA-approved, and it involves coating objects surfaces with a special disinfectant spray that kills viruses like the novel coronavirus on contact for 70 days or more.
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The novel coronavirus outbreak that began as a handful of mysterious viral infections in Wuhan, China has been getting progressively worse. It began moving west last month into Europe, which is now the epicenter of the COVID-19 pandemic. There was hope in the early days of the new coronavirus’s spread to the United States that quick and dramatic action would limit the scope of the outbreak, but the White House instead chose to downplay the severity of the disease until it was too widespread to contain. Once it became glaringly obvious that we were in the midst of a national crisis, individual states began taking it upon themselves to enact measures to slow the spread of the deadly virus. Needless to say, it was far too late at that point, and the US is now on pace to eventually eclipse the COVID-19 death toll in China in the coming weeks and months. Vaccines are in development and treatments are being tested, but the outbreak will have peaked long before anything becomes widely available.

Now, the smartest thing we can do is to shelter in place and avoid leaving our homes unless it is absolutely necessary, and then practice social distancing and good hygiene. Of course, healthcare workers don’t have the luxury of staying home. They’re now tasked with staffing the nation’s hospitals and treating people suffering from COVID-19, putting themselves in harm’s way all the while.

There are obviously several measures that healthcare professionals take in order to protect themselves as well as they can. Medical-grade face masks help prevent them from becoming infected with COVID-19, as does regular use of disinfectant and hand-washing. But one New Jersey hospital is taking an exciting additional measure to protect its staff and patients, and it involves an intriguing new treatment for surfaces and objects in the hospital.

It’s called the NanoVapor BioTech Microbial Suppression System, or MSS. It’s a large-scale application system that uses a special sprayer to apply antimicrobial nanoparticles to surfaces and objects. NanoVapor’s solution doesn’t just disinfect, however. It’s a special biodegradable coating that continues to protect surfaces by killing bacteria, fungi, mold, and even viruses like the novel coronavirus for weeks or even months following its application.

In its tests, the company measured a 99.8% reduction in microbial count 70 days after application, and it remains effective for up to 90 days.

“The MSS system can distribute its microbial agent quickly and on a significant large scale in places like hospitals, shopping malls, municipal and office buildings, schools, houses of worship, airports and other public transportation hubs and vehicles,” said Chief of Surgery for Hudson Regional Hospital Dr. Maurizio Miglietta in a statement. Miglietta is also the Clinical Medical Director for NanoVapor BioTech, which explains why Hudson Regional is the first hospital to adopt the solution.

Miglietta’s colleague and Hudson Regional Hospital CEO Dr. Nizar Kifaieh added, “Without a current cure for COVID-19, the best strategy to flatten the curve is implementing preventative measures to keep our patients, clinicians, and practitioners safe. The NanoVapor BioTech system is a game-changer in preventing the spread of illness.”

Here’s how NanoVapor explains the solution on its website:

Our MSS (Microbial Suppression System) creates a submicroscopic molecular coating that eliminates the growth of viruses, bacteria, fungi, and molds on both hard and soft surfaces. This durable barrier continues to provide antimicrobial protection for months, even on high-touch areas. Unlike other methods, our patented MSS delivery units can quickly deliver protection for large-scale commercial and industrial applications, including airports and train stations.

The MSS antimicrobial agent utilizes a non-toxic, water-based, biodegradable formula that is completely safe for humans and the environment. Its application will not harm electronics, keyboards, or touchscreens.

It seems almost too good to be true, but NanoVapor’s solution is FDA-approved. It has obviously never been tested before at this scale in such a high-risk environment, so we’ll be eager to see how Hudson Regional’s rate of healthcare worker infections compares to other hospitals in the months to come.

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• There are certain things we all should be doing in an effort to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus pandemic, and staying indoors at home as much as we possibly can is at the top of the list.
• Needless to say, there are inevitably going to be times when we have no choice but to leave the house and when we do, a face mask can be an invaluable tool for limiting exposure.
• Medical-grade face masks are almost impossible to find and it’s irresponsible for the general public to be using them anyway — but you’ll be surprised at how easy it is to make your own face masks out of common materials that are still shipping immediately from Amazon.
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If you live in the United States, you have a crucial decision to make right now. If you’re responsible and rational, you can shelter in place and stay inside your home as much as possible unless you absolutely need to go out to buy essentials or seek medical care. If you’re irresponsible, you can go on about your business and potentially put your life and countless other lives at risk. That’s no exaggeration, by the way — a person infected by the novel coronavirus can go up to two weeks without presenting any symptoms and can potentially be responsible for infecting many tens of thousands of people over that period of time.

Of course, even if you’re doing everything you can to slow the spread of COVID-19, you’re still going to have to go out sometimes to pick up groceries or perhaps seek medical attention. And what happens to the rest of your family if you are infected by the novel coronavirus? Practicing social distancing and washing your hands constantly are good measures to take, but nothing is as effective as wearing a face mask to either protect yourself from infection or protect others if you might be infected.

Now, here’s the problem: medical-grade face masks like N95 and KN95 masks are almost impossible to find right now. And even if you do find some, it’s irresponsible to buy them for yourself since there’s such a shortage right now among health care professionals on the front line who have a much more urgent need for masks. So where does that leave you?

You might not realize it, but it’s actually quite easy to make your own DIY medical face masks at home with a few basic supplies and a bunch of items that you already have lying around the house. We’re not talking about wrapping a t-shirt around your head or anything, we’re talking about a legitimate face mask that will protect you from pathogens including the novel coronavirus. Will it be as effective as a true medical-grade face mask? Not quite, but it’s much closer than you might think thanks to the materials involved. Health care workers without access to masks are being advised by experts to cover their faces with anything — including scarves and shirts — because something is better than nothing. Needless to say, these DIY face masks are infinitely more effective than a scarf.

Apart from things that you probably already have around your home, there are really only two things you’ll need to buy and they both happen to be in stock and shipping right now from Amazon. The first is a MERV 13 Pleated Air Filter that traps and blocks tiny particles including allergens and viruses, and the second is an Activated Carbon Pad Charcoal Sheet for Air Filters. The only other thing you might need is a hot glue gun if you don’t already have one lying around somewhere, though you can probably get creative and make do without it if you need to. That said, you can get a hot glue gun on Amazon right now for just $12.

Here’s the full list of supplies and materials you’ll need:

• Old T-shirt or leggings
• MERV 13 Filter (filters small particles)
• Activated Carbon Sheet (filters small particles and reduces odor)
• Maxi Pad or Sterile Gauze Pad (wicks moisture away from your mouth)
• Vinegar (helps to kills bacteria and viruses)
• Glue Gun and Glue Sticks

You’ll find a simple video on YouTube embedded below that walks you through the entire process. It’s very easy to do yourself — in fact, you don’t even need to sew anything. Making a bunch of these for yourself and for your family is a fantastic idea and it might mean the difference between being infected by the novel coronavirus or spreading COVID-19, or helping to flatten the curve and slow the spread of this deadly pandemic.

We’ve shared this info before and it was very popular, but we’re sharing it again now because the more people out there who take initiative and help slow the spread of this deadly virus, the sooner we’ll all be safe again.

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• Google Maps now lets business owners update their listings with ‘temporarily closed’ warnings.
• The feature can be very helpful when planning trips to stores during the coronavirus outbreak, as it’ll let people know if some of their favorite places are closed during lockdowns and quarantines.
• Similar listings may also be displayed inside Search and Maps for other locations, as Google is also using data from governments and other sources to update opening hours for various businesses.
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You may be going insane from the prolonged isolation, but staying safe indoors is a lot better than having to deal with the unpredictable novel coronavirus infection. COVID-19 kills predominantly men and especially old people who have one or multiple health conditions. But we’re seeing plenty of reports detailing unexpected deaths from other age categories. Even those who will eventually recover might experience more severe phases of the illness before their immune system prevails. Staying home is the best thing you can do to keep yourself everyone else safe. If you have to go out, you should plan ahead every trip so that you’re as efficient and reliable as possible. Make shopping lists for groceries and essentials, use hand sanitizers while you’re out, and wear masks if and when you can. Before you leave your home, you might want to check with Google Maps, too, as the app can give you detailed information about the stores you were planning on hitting. The app rolled out additional features a few weeks ago to allow business owners to edit their listings in light of the imminent coronavirus outbreak. And now, the app will tell you if a store is temporarily closed.

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