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It isn't the jab you need to fear – even mild Covid can trigger clots
It isn’t the jab you need to fear – even mild Covid can trigger deadly clots: With reports of people shunning the AstraZeneca vaccine, we look at the (very rare) risk Three days after testing positive, Robin suddenly felt so weak while out in the garden he couldn’t lift his arms to use the hedge […]
The Truth About Pregnancy Pacts – The List
Secret pacts between teens that result in destructive behavior have always left the surrounding adults bewildered, perplexed and shocked. Otherwise-normal kids who often never displayed deviant or self-destructive behavior, suddenly veer wildly off course with a group of their friends and engage in harmful behavior, per ABC. In this case it’s pregnancy pacts — an unsafe sexual […]
Pandemic worries are causing sleep problems – here's how to fix them
The Covid-19 pandemic is causing disruption in all areas of our lives – including our sleep. Now that lockdown 2.0 is well under way and working from home is likely to be with us for quite some time, it’s safe to say we’re all feeling a little stressed. According to the experts, this is causing […]
Inadequate COVID-19 response likely resulted in 130,000 – 210,000 avoidable deaths
Between 130,000 and 210,000 COVID-19 deaths in the United States could have been avoided if the Trump administration had quickly and effectively implemented a cohesive public health response to the novel coronavirus, according to a new report. The report by Columbia University Earth Institute’s National Center for Disaster Preparedness, titled “130,000—210,000 Avoidable COVID-19 Deaths—and Counting—in […]
The government has refused to drop the VAT on period pants – here's what to do
You may remember that a few months ago, we reported that period pant company Wuka was petitioning the government to drop the tax on sustainable menstrual products. Wuka argued that women should be encouraged to use more sustainable means of managing periods, rather than being penalised for reducing waste. While VAT is being dropped for […]
'My mum made me believe I was seriously ill – but it was all a lie'
When Alisha*, now 21, was 14 years old, her mum told her she had Lyme disease. She underwent years of alternative treatments and became so weak that she needed to use a wheelchair. But when she was 17, she discovered her life had been a lie. Alisha started experiencing mental health issues when she started […]
Waiting for the vaccine: the Minister gives a sobering Outlook – important study launched
The world waits for a vaccine in the fight against the Corona of a pandemic. While the WHO estimates might have a vaccine by the end of this year, power Minister of research, Anja Karliczek a less optimistic forecast. At the earliest, in mid-2021, it would be likely in Germany, with a vaccine. Federal Minister […]
Forget Trump's foolish tweets – malaria pills aren't the magic bullet
SPECIAL REPORT: Forget Donald Trump’s foolish tweets – malaria pills aren’t the magic bullet to solve the coronavirus crisis Chloroquine and hydroxychloroquine were commonly used to protect travellers US President described the drugs as a ‘game changer in the history of medicine’ But treatment causes side effects and can lead to a sudden, fatal cardiac […]
I conquered my fear of leaving the house – lockdown will hinder my recovery
Like many people, I am now self-isolating to try and protect myself and others from coronavirus. But, as someone who suffers from agoraphobia, I’ve been stuck inside my house permanently before and it’s not an experience I’m keen to repeat. I’ve been living with agoraphobia for almost five years. Following a diagnosis of anxiety and panic disorders, […]