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Dec 18 2024HEALTH

Needs of Older Adults from South Asian, Black African, and Caribbean Backgrounds in Digital Health

The COVID-19 pandemic brought about sweeping changes in how healthcare is delivered. One major shift was the rapid move towards digital primary care services. But has this digital leap left older adults behind, especially those from South Asian, Black African, and Caribbean backgrounds? Researchers

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Dec 18 2024HEALTH

Spirituality and Nurses: A Journey Through COVID

The pandemic brought unprecedented challenges, especially for nurses. This study wanted to see how nurses' spiritual lives influenced their work during COVID. The research looked at how religious or spiritual struggles affected certain aspects of nurses' jobs. Nurses play a crucial role in patient c

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Dec 18 2024HEALTH

Drug Use in Lockdown: Lagos Stories

Imagine having to deal with drug addiction during a global pandemic. That's what people in Lagos, Nigeria, faced during the COVID-19 lockdown. This study dived into their experiences, focusing on how their drug use changed. It's a glimpse into a tough situation that's not often talked about. The lo

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Dec 18 2024HEALTH

What Do People Think About COVID-19 Care Rationing?

Imagine you're in a hospital during a big pandemic. There aren't enough beds for everyone who needs them. That's where triage protocols come in. They're rules to help decide who gets the best care. But they're not easy decisions. People worry if they'll be picked based on their age, health, or socia

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Dec 17 2024POLITICS

Trump's Second Term: COVID Critics Take Center Stage

Even after the pandemic's immediate threats have faded, the anger and distrust left by COVID-19 rules are still being felt. Donald Trump's new administration is filled with people who were against these safety measures, even though some were put in place during his first term. These critics, from va

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Dec 17 2024HEALTH

Tracking COVID-19 Case Predictions with Online Searches in South Korea

Predicting COVID-19 cases is super important for governments and people to make smart decisions. Researchers have tried to guess case numbers using machine learning, looking at past cases and specific search engine queries. But these methods have a big problem: they don't show how people's online se

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Dec 17 2024SPORTS

The NFL's Lesson on Hubris: Aaron Rodgers' Vaccine Controversy

Once a shining star in the National Football League (NFL), Aaron Rodgers' image has taken a nosedive. The Packers quarterback, known for his brilliance on the field, now faces criticism off it. The COVID-19 vaccine scenario revealed a side of Rodgers that upset many fans. Some see his actions as a c

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Dec 16 2024HEALTH

Immunocompromised People: Still at Risk from COVID-19

COVID-19, caused by the virus SARS-CoV-2, has been a global issue since 2019. While vaccines and less severe variants have helped, people with weakened immune systems still struggle. They often don't respond well to vaccines and can get very sick from COVID-19. Experts have looked at how COVID-19 af

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Dec 15 2024HEALTH

The COVID-19 Shift: Pregnancy and Mental Health in Puerto Rico

The global pandemic, COVID-19, has brought about significant changes in how women in Puerto Rico experience pregnancy and motherhood. A recent project is diving deep into these changes, aiming to understand how the pandemic has affected pregnancy outcomes and mental health among pregnant women and n

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Dec 15 2024HEALTH

The Hidden Struggles: Healthcare Workers' Experiences and Support Needs During COVID-19

Since the COVID-19 pandemic hit, healthcare workers have been on the frontlines, dealing with a lot of stress both at work and in their personal lives. While many studies have looked at the numbers and statistics, they haven't really captured what these workers are going through. This review dives d

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