Images of viral outbreaks are often accompanied by throngs of people wearing surgical masks in public places, and they’ve become the first line of defence in such situations. However, their effectiveness at controlling the spread of viruses have been called into question by experts.
A chronic lack of sleep is becoming a global problem, with many recent studies suggesting that our increased use of technology is partly to blame. Screen devices such as smartphones and tablets can affect our shut-eye by emitting blue spectrum light, which suppresses the melatonin production we need to sleep.
Images of viral outbreaks are often accompanied by throngs of people wearing surgical masks in public places, and they’ve become the first line of defence in such situations. However, their effectiveness at controlling the spread of viruses have been called into question by experts.
A chronic lack of sleep is becoming a global problem, with many recent studies suggesting that our increased use of technology is partly to blame. Screen devices such as smartphones and tablets can affect our shut-eye by emitting blue spectrum light, which suppresses the melatonin production we need to sleep.