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The 'Covid kids' as they have been dubbed, are struggling with an array of social anxieties that have dramatically reshaped their approach to in-person connections.
Reflecting on five years since South Africa's strict Covid-19 lockdown, this article explores the profound impacts on individuals, families, and the economy, highlighting both the heartbreak and resilience that emerged during this unprecedented time
It has been five years since the World Health Organisation (WHO) declared COVID-19 a pandemic in March 2020 a decision that fundamentally altered the course of history.
Africa is poised to develop new working patterns.
Millions of South Africa are suffering with symptoms generally known as Long Covid. This growing crisis is shattering lives, disrupting families and has a stigma attached to it. We delve into the human stories of people who have been left to suffer in silence.
Discover the growing concern of long Covid, a condition marked by persistent symptoms like fatigue and brain fog, impacting individuals' health and daily life.
Amidst global health concerns, WHO calls for the USA to maintain its partnership, highlighting the crucial role it plays in health security worldwide.
With President Trump's shocking announcement to withdraw the US from the WHO, experts warn of potential setbacks for global health systems and significant risks for the fight against pandemics.
Prof Salim Abdool Karim refutes Trump's unfounded reasons for withdrawing the US from the WHO, citing a lack of evidence and political motivations.
The inspiring journey of the Class of 2024 as they navigate the hurdles of the Covid-19 pandemic and other adversities to achieve academic success.
Norovirus causes an estimated 200,000 deaths per year, including 50,000 child deaths, primarily impacting low-income countries.
An awkward question remains five years after Covid-19 began its deadly rampage: is the world ready to handle the next pandemic?
As China witnesses a concerning surge in human metapneumovirus cases, hospitals face overwhelming demands and public anxiety escalates.
Explore how education varies globally and discover which countries rank as the smartest based on university numbers, Nobel prizes, and higher education degrees.
This breach occurred in 2021, was not discovered until August 2023, but has only now been made public knowledge.
As Disease X continues to unfold in the DRC, the world holds its breath. Are we prepared to confront the unknown or will we falter in the face of another global health crisis?
The federal US government cannot afford to be 10 to 20% less efficient. It cannot afford to be even a fraction of a percent less efficient than it is today.
Discover how Rita Zwane, founder of Imbizo Shisanyama, overcame the challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic to reopen her business and inspire future entrepreneurs.
The HFA and medical schemes intend to make damages claims against the pathology companies in court.
The AIDS Healthcare Foundation and other civil society organisations and stakeholders strengthen advocacy ahead of the INB12, a critical milestone in the negotiations for a Pandemic Agreement to address global health security and equality.
Stellenbosch University has announced the names of six exceptional individuals who will receive honorary doctorates at upcoming graduation ceremonies.
Superbugs, strains of bacteria or pathogens that have become resistant to antibiotics, making them much harder to treat, have been recognised as a rising threat to global health.
WHO approved the two-dose vaccine for adults aged 18 and above. While the vaccine is not recommended for those under 18, WHO noted that it could be used in infants, children, and adolescents in areas experiencing outbreaks where the benefits of vaccination outweighed the risks.
Beijing maintains a conservative economic agenda in its relations with the continent, while finding it increasingly difficult to avoid a political confrontation with the West, the writer says.
Health authorities continue to urge anyone experiencing symptoms to seek medical attention and take necessary precautions to prevent the spread of the virus.