Don’t Count on Herd Immunity to End the Pandemic
Exposing the population to COVID-19 to spread immunity won’t work, experts say An idea you might hear about or…
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Promising News in the Fight Against COVID-19
Within the same week, both a possible vaccine and an antiviral drug have been identified Researchers from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine have announced that they have produced a vaccine they believe may be effective against SARS-CoV-2,…
Symptom-Free Is No Guarantee
People with no symptoms can still spread COVID-19 Photo: iStock/wildpixel. A number of recent studies may help explain…
At-Home Manicures for These Days of Isolation
Here are some tips for giving yourself long-lasting nails Photo: iStock/Kerkez. Given the restrictions in place to prevent the…
COVID-19 Alert—Don’t Use Homemade Sanitizer
Health Canada is warning against making or using do-it-yourself hand sanitizer Photo: iStock/nito100. As the novel coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic…
Keeping People Connected
The Nova Scotia government and a Saskatchewan phone company are making it easier for seniors to stay connected By Erika…
Discovering Digital Chat
Video chatting and social media can help us keep in touch as we all shelter at home By Wendy Haaf…
More Money to Help Seniors Cope With COVID-19
Both the federal and Ontario governments have announced more funding and resources for seniors By Erika Morris Photo: iStock/vchal. The federal…
Why Handwashing Is Vital
The COVID-19 virus remains stable on surfaces for hours and even days Photo: iStock/filadendron. The results of a new…
Get Out for a Walk—It’s Safe
The key is remembering to maintain social distancing Photo: iStock/diane555. While health officials across Canada have been urging people to…
