Should I exercise during the coronavirus pandemic? Experts explain the just right exercise curve
Mar 23, 2020 12:16 pm UTC| Health
So here we are, perfecting our social distancing skills while schools, sports and other forms of social engagement are on indefinite hold, by a dangerous virus named after a (regal) crown. The coronavirus is named because...
Anxiety about coronavirus can increase the risk of infection — but exercise can help
Mar 23, 2020 07:04 am UTC| Health
Worried about COVID-19? You may be putting yourself at undue risk, because chronic anxiety suppresses the immune system and increases our risk for infection. The psychological impact of the COVID-19 pandemic is causing...
Donald Trump felt the coronavirus was a pandemic long before WHO declared it
Mar 19, 2020 02:36 am UTC| Politics Health
Previously, President Donald Trump received criticism for downplaying the coronavirus threat back in January by claiming that it was completely under control. Lately, however, it appears that the POTUS is completely...
Mike Pence says Americans over 65 will be prioritized for coronavirus testing
Mar 18, 2020 03:30 am UTC| Politics Health
In a bid to stop the spread of the coronavirus spread in its tracks, the United States has been ramping up testing for suspected COVID-19 cases. However, the administration will be prioritizing those who are most at risk...
Mar 17, 2020 16:34 pm UTC| Politics Health
As U.S. health authorities and officials are doing their best to combat the spread of the coronavirus in the country, former President Barack Obama expressed his gratitude to all health workers and professionals on the...
Keeping kids active despite the weather: Promoting outdoor activity all year round
Mar 16, 2020 15:19 pm UTC| Health
Given the climate in much of Canada, cold, wet or snowy conditions are inescapable for many months of the year. And like it or not, weather and seasonality are a barrier to Canadian children engaging in physical activity....
Vodka won't protect you from coronavirus, and 4 other things to know about hand sanitizer
Mar 16, 2020 06:40 am UTC| Health
Editors note: As concern about coronavirus grows, hand sanitizer is in high demand. Biologist Jeffrey Gardner explains why alcohol is a key ingredient in hand sanitizer, and why he doesnt recommend making your own supply...
Johannesburg in a time of darkness: Ivan Vladislavić’s new memoir reminds us of the city’s fragility
Economist Chris Richardson on an ‘ugly’ inflation result and the coming budget
Why Germany ditched nuclear before coal – and why it won’t go back
Labour can afford to be far more ambitious with its economic policies – voters are on board
Sudan: civil war stretches into a second year with no end in sight