covid 19

Many long COVID patients adjust to slim recovery odds as world moves on

Recent scientific studies shed new light on the experience of millions of patients like Gichohi. They suggest the longer someone is sick, the lower their chances of making a full recovery.

Navigating development pathways in the evolving global order

The fundamental principles of a country’s development policy originate from the aspirations of the people through their struggles.

Juventus ordered to pay Ronaldo 9.8 mln euros

The Portuguese, who now plays for Saudi side Al-Nassr, had claimed he was owed around 19.5 million euros ($20.81 million) of outstanding wages by his former club relating to a paycut agreed during the COVID-19 pandemic.

COVID to keep Aussie skipper Marsh 'distanced', but not out of action

After testing positive for COVID-19, Mitchell Marsh will captain Australia from a distance when they take on West Indies in the first of three Twenty20 internationals on Friday, Cricket Australia said on Thursday.

Mastering the art of handwashing: A step-by-step guide for adults and children

In the fast-paced world we live in, one simple but important habit is often overlooked — handwashing. The COVID-19 pandemic taught us that proper hand hygiene is a cornerstone in maintaining good health, preventing the spread of infections, and fostering a clean and vibrant lifestyle.

Djokovic relishing being back in his 'happy place' Australia

The world number one holds no grudges heading into the mixed team event nearly two years after being refused entry to the country over his stance on Covid-19 vaccinations

#Perspective / How effective is online education in the current political situation?

Considering the country’s volatile political situation and the consequent, sporadic school closures, a number of educational institutions have decided to operate online, and obviously, everyone has an opinion.

Long Covid linked to multiple organ changes, research suggests

A third of people hospitalised with Covid-19 have "abnormalities" in multiple organs months after getting infected, a UK study said on Saturday, potentially shedding light on the elusive condition of long Covid

Understanding the difference between dengue, flu, and COVID-19

With the onset of monsoon, torrential rains, and extreme hot weather, it looks like different viral diseases are making their rounds.

March 17, 2022
March 17, 2022

Did COVID-19 make child marriage in Bangladesh worse?

Bangladesh has one of the highest numbers of child marriages in the world, having been ranked in 4th position globally, according to the latest report published by UNICEF, a UN organization to support humanitarian and developmental efforts for children worldwide.

March 9, 2022
March 9, 2022

Women take lead in f-commerce

Since the Covid-19 pandemic crippled many businesses and impacted livelihoods of thousands, many were forced to resort to alternative means of income including exploring alternative channels.

March 3, 2022
March 3, 2022

Covid has taken severe mental health toll: WHO

The Covid pandemic has taken a dire toll on mental health, the WHO said yesterday, indicating that cases of anxiety and depression had swelled by over 25 percent globally.

February 5, 2022
February 5, 2022

Why are we back to online classes?

Teacher-student interaction is not the same through our screens.

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