Tag: coronavirus
South Africa's Coronavirus Recovery Rate Reaches 80%
South Africa's coronavirus recovery rate has reached 80 per cent, 48 per cent more than a month ago, Health Minister Zweli Mkhize said.....
Obesity Can Increase Risk Of Death From Coronavirus
New research shows that obesity is associated with a substantial increased risk of death from coronavirus. However, it also found that the risk of death from coronavirus associated with obesity is not uniform among those who are obese, but instead disproportionately affects men and people under 60 years of age. ....
Here's What India Is Reading During The Pandemic
As the coronavirus pandemic continues to upend lives, societies, economies and nations' around the world, an unplanned yet welcome change has been time to pursue passions and hobbies, including reading. ....
Tamil Nadu: Woman Sneaks Liquor Into Hospital For Corona Positive Husband
A wife of a coronavirus positive patient has been booked by the Cuddalore district police for supplying liquor hidden in a tiffin bag to her husband who was undergoing treatment at Rajah Muthaih Medical College Hospital (RMMCH) in Chidambaram. ....
Coronavirus: WHO Warns Against Complacency Among Lower-risk Groups
The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that people in their 20s, 30s and 40s, who are unaware that they are infected with the Covid-19, are driving the spread of the deadly virus, it was reported on Tuesday. ....
USA Provides Second Shipment Of 100 Ventilators To India
The U.S. Government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), in coordination with the Government of India and the Indian Red Cross Society, donated the second shipment of 100 new, state-of-the-art ventilators to assist India in its fight against COVID-19. ....
All You Need To Know About Bone Health
Amid the pandemic, work from home, social shielding and discreet outdoor ventures have not only disrupted our emotional well-being but have also drastically affected our physical health. As people are confined to their homes with reduced physical activity there is rapid bone resorption (loss) as muscles and bones are not getting adequate stimulation. ....
Coronavirus Pandemic: Sustainable Packaging Is The Way Forward
Consumers today are making responsible choices. And the pandemic has acted as a catalyst in pushing the cause of moving towards a sustainable society by making intelligent choices. ....
India Celebrates Ganesh Chaturthi At Home
Covid-19 has caused travel restrictions and social distancing, but also a deeper appreciation for the environment among many. Celebrating festivals with enthusiasm and fervour at home, Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations are just the latest to have gone eco-friendly. ....
Helping India's Most Vulnerable Children In COVID Times
The COVID-19 pandemic has taken a huge toll on the humanity, and over the last few months, weve been witnessing its effects on multiple levels. While our attention has zeroed down upon the visible impacts of this unprecedented health disaster, somehow, weve failed to see children as COVIDs unseen victims. And as the situation pans out, the pandemic is all set to leave a huge trail of effects on the overall well-being of children, especially from the marginalised communities and backward socio-economic backgrounds. ....
