After a decade of crisis in the healthcare system, it has been a surprise to see such a low death rate during the pandemic.
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The UK has acted tactically to avert disaster – the basic problem has not been solved and there is no exit in sight. But there is a long-term prospect of things changing for the better.
The science is not so clear cut.
Coronavirus drug trials are underway – a virologist explains what the treatment options may be.
If you are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, it’s best to assume you have it – even if your test is negative.
Cuba’s excellent disaster planning is paying dividends in the current pandemic.
Ever heard of 229E, OC43, NL63 and HKU1?
The adverse symptoms some people experience after adopting the ketogenic diet is known as the “keto flu”.
It brought panic, fear and huge pressure on healthcare. Will we get it wrong again?
During times of stress and anxiety we either dream more or remember our dreams more often, as a way of coping with challenging circumstances and new information.
Why elite athletes may struggle more during self-isolation.
We now have the technology to identify people who are on a fast track to developing dementia.
Though it was previously thought vigorous exercise could suppress immune function, research shows that most forms of regular exercise can help your immune system to work its best.
Only time will tell.
Vocal vaccine critics may not find the audience they’re looking for while the pandemic rages.
The coronavirus pandemic is placing immense mental and physical pressures on NHS staff.
A group of population experts have called on governments in Latin American and the Caribbean to urgently ramp up testing for COVID-19 before it’s too late.
If you wear latex gloves for protection, you need to change them as often as your hands need to be washed.
The fundamental ethos of the NHS is egalitarian.
These graphs reveal something you may have not seen illustrated before.
For some diseases, the dose of virus a person is exposed to is directly linked to how severe the disease is.
Many governments and health organisations have been reviewing their advice on face masks – here’s why.
Distancing measures are not enough.
‘LIIT’ is the latest exercise phenomenon that advocates for slowing down your workout.
Each model is another part of the jigsaw.