Diary of Covid-19 (Part II)
Day 6 since I met Covid 19 It’s Mother’s Day and I’m in bed with coronavirus. My kids can wave at me from the safety...
Infection/Disease
The Infection/Disease section delves into a range of viral and bacterial infections. It highlights topics like the link between oral health and overall well-being, the significance of handwashing in preventing infections, and novel research into diseases such as sarcoidosis and atopic dermatitis. The section also explores groundbreaking solutions like the use of AI and “superhero bugs” for combating infections, underscoring the importance of innovative approaches in understanding and managing infectious diseases and their broader health impacts.
Diary of Covid-19 (Part I)
Everyone at the small lunch I attended last Sunday picked up Covid 19, including the birthday girl. No one was coughing or sneezing and we...
How vitamin C can protect against the risk of coronavirus
Few weeks ago Italy went into government-imposed lockdown as the coronavirus epidemic finally – and inevitably, perhaps – hit European shores. The World Health Organisation...
How to help an autistic child during the Coronavirus outbreak
Sudden change is never easy and often bewildering, but for young people on the autistic spectrum, it is especially difficult to navigate - and sometimes...
Coronavirus anxiety & looking after your mental health
In this time of uncertainty, the mental toll on people can be considerable. The disruption to daily life can engender anxiety, stress and depression. Dr...
How to care for someone who might have Coronavirus Covid-19
The Novel Coronavirus (covid 19) is a highly virulent virus, originally identified in Wuhan in the Hubei province of China in January 2020. The virus...
Coronavirus – Tips on coping with self isolation
GP Clare Gerada, 60, has been in self isolation herself for over a week since contracting the new coronovirus after a trip to New York....
Coronavirus – Top tips to hasten your recovery
Talk of coronavirus is inescapable. It is dominating our media and because of this there are sometimes mixed messages. Government advice is constantly updating as...
Lockdown fitness – Use it or lose it
The mantra ‘use it or lose it’ definitely applies to older people who take less exercise. ‘As we age, we naturally lose muscle mass at...
Presenteeism is inadvisable & bad practice for businesses during the Coronavirus outbreak
Opinions on working from home and antiquated perceptions of presenteeism could finally be changing as a result of coronavirus. Leadership expert, equality campaigner and author...
