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covid

Long COVID and the Mystery of Lingering Symptoms

April 8, 2025

The impact of Long COVID on the body is still a puzzle. Researchers have been trying to figure out how long and how bad the autonomic dysfunction is in adults with Long COVID. They also wanted to see how this dysfunction affects daily life and overall well-being. Autonomic dysfunction is when the

sports

Balancing Act: How Sports Teams Tackle COVID Testing

April 8, 2025

Sports teams are big businesses. They make money by putting on shows. So, they need to keep their players healthy. This means testing for COVID-19. But testing comes with a price tag. Too much testing can be expensive. Too little testing can lead to infections, which means games get canceled. That's

health

The Hidden Impact: Sex Workers and Condom Use During COVID-19

April 7, 2025

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed many things, including how people protect themselves from sexually transmitted infections. Sex workers in Dakar, Senegal, faced a tough situation. Their work involves close contact, so their income took a big hit during the pandemic. This made them vulnerable to ris

politics

Rethinking Community Support: Immigrant Groups in Italy During COVID-19

April 7, 2025

Immigrant groups in Italy showed remarkable unity during the COVID-19 pandemic. They didn't just help their own communities. They also reached out to the wider society. This was not just about sharing resources. It was about building a sense of togetherness that knew no borders. These groups took p

technology

The Evolution of Gaming Together

April 6, 2025

Nintendo's latest console, the Switch 2, is set to redefine how people connect and play games together. This new system is designed to bring friends closer, even when they are far apart. The idea for the Switch 2 started back in 2019, with a focus on improving the console's performance through bette

health

How the Pandemic Changed the Fight Against Modern Slavery

April 6, 2025

The Covid-19 pandemic shook the world in many ways. It also changed how people reached out for help with human trafficking and extreme exploitation. These issues are serious and violate basic human rights. They cause deep harm to people's lives. Anti-trafficking helplines are crucial for victims and

health

How a Dutch Town Handled COVID-19: Lessons Learned

April 6, 2025

In a small Dutch town, researchers dug into how people handled healthcare during the first wave of COVID-19. They used a mix of methods to get a clear picture. First, they looked at electronic health records from primary care. Then, they sent out questionnaires to find out who had COVID-19 symptoms

health

Pills and Politics: Brazil's COVID-19 Drug Trends

April 5, 2025

Brazil's handling of the COVID-19 pandemic was heavily influenced by politics. This is especially clear when looking at the use of certain drugs. Azithromycin, chloroquine/hydroxychloroquine, and ivermectin saw shifts in their use. These shifts happened alongside COVID-19 cases and key political eve

health

COVID-19 and Our Daily Habits: A Global Shift

April 4, 2025

The COVID-19 pandemic shook things up worldwide. It changed how people moved, how their hearts beat, and how they slept. The pandemic disrupted normal life in many ways. People started to pay attention to their physical activity, heart rate, and sleep patterns. It was a wake-up call for many. Th

politics

A Sudden Health Care Shake-Up

April 4, 2025

A recent court decision put a halt to a significant change in public health funding. A federal judge stepped in to stop the Department of Health and Human Services from ending $11 billion in public health grants. These funds had been supporting states during the Covid-19 pandemic. The judge's dec