Category: COVID-19
The COVID-19 And Flu Twindemic: How Bad Will The Flu Season Be This Year?
Fall is the season of colorful leaves, sweaters and scarves, and pumpkin-themed everything. And, unfortunately, it’s also the beginning of flu season. Though influenza viruses…
Why Are People Struggling With The Simple Task Of Wearing A Mask?
On January 22, 2020, a plane landed in Toronto, Canada, carrying passengers from Guangzhou, China, and before that, Wuhan, China — the global epicenter of…
COVID-19 And Climate Change: Some Wins, Some Losses, And Plenty Of Opportunities For Change
The year 2020 was the beginning of a brand new decade, full of hope and positivity — that is, until it wasn’t. From killer bees…
Scientists Believe Bradykinin (Huh?) Is Causing Trouble In COVID-19 Patients
Shortness of breath. Loss of smell and taste. Sore throat. Fatigue. Muscle aches. Diarrhea. The list of COVID-19 symptoms goes on and on, with severity…
Travel Post-COVID-19: Separation, Sanitization, And Plenty Of Patience
Summer — it’s the season of sunshine, outdoor activities, and plenty of vacations for some people. Unfortunately, the summer of 2020 began and ended due…
Steps Hospitals Can Take Now To Prepare For A Second Wave Of COVID Infections
For months, everything from haircuts to eating out to going to the gym was temporarily put on hold across the nation. In order to stop…
From Type To Plasma To Clots: The Connection Between Blood And COVID-19
Fair warning: If you are squeamish about blood, make sure you’re sitting down to read this, or just read another one of our (fantastic) COVID-19…
Achieving Herd Immunity Naturally Is Not How To Fight COVID-19
On April 7, 2020, about 95% of Americans were on lockdown. With 42 states under stay-at-home orders amid the COVID-19 pandemic, restaurants switched to take-out…
How To Make Sure Everyone Stays Six Feet Away From You
Social distancing might seem relatively normal, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy. That’s especially true right now when the country is reopening and people are…