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When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, it threw a wrench into how health services operated. One big issue was tracking people who might have come into contact with the virus. In Brazil, there are strict guidelines from the Ministry of Health on how to do this. Telemedicine, or using video calls for doctor'

finance

Crypto Market During COVID: What Role Did Investor Interest Play?

Ever wondered how investor interest impacts the ups and downs of cryptocurrencies, especially during a global pandemic like COVID-19? This study looked at the top 20 cryptocurrencies from January 2016 to April 2021 to find out. They used a method called Two Stages Least Squares to see how investor a

politics

Meet Jay Bhattacharya: Trump's Pick to Lead NIH

Jay Bhattacharya, a Stanford professor known for criticizing U. S. COVID-19 policies, has been chosen by President-elect Trump to lead the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The NIH, with a budget of $47. 3 billion, is the country's main funder for medical research. Bhattacharya's appointment come

politics

Trump Picks Lockdown Critic to Lead NIH

President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, a Stanford professor who criticized pandemic lockdowns, to head the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Bhattacharya, 56, is known for his support of herd immunity and his opposition to vaccine mandates. He co-authored the Great Barringt

How Did Big Crises Affect Our Happiness?

Big events like the Great Recession of 2008/9 and the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020-2021 didn't just affect economies – they also impacted how people felt about their lives. Researchers looked at data from six different surveys across Europe and found that people reported feeling less happy during these

A BC Health Official’s EI Denial After Refusing COVID-19 Vaccine

Darold Sturgeon, a former health executive in British Columbia, was fired for refusing the COVID-19 vaccine due to his Christian beliefs. He lost his job in November 2021 and later applied for employment insurance (EI) benefits, but his claim was denied. The reason given was that he was fired for mi

Diclofenac and COVID-19: Pharmacists' Role in Safe Medication Use

Diclofenac, a popular nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), has been a topic of concern during the COVID-19 pandemic. This is because it can worsen the disease by causing oxidative stress and mitochondrial problems. COVID-19 is known for its hyperinflammation, and diclofenac might make this w

How TikTok Keeps Older Adults Healthy During COVID-19

In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, TikTok has become a go-to app for both fun and gathering information. It's not just young folks who are using it; older adults are getting in on the action too. Digital tech, with TikTok leading the way, has become a big part of daily life for seniors. While th

Loneliness Among Latin American Caregivers During COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic brought a wave of loneliness and social isolation. Even before the pandemic, caregivers in Latin America faced higher levels of loneliness compared to non-caregivers. With the pandemic's spread and the limitations on support systems, Latin American caregivers might have felt th

The Impact of Age, Gender, and Insurance on Otolaryngology Patient Portal Use