The days are short and the weather is below freezing so here are Abby Backhouse’s top tips on taking care of yourself in Winter.
Feeling Fresh and Fruity
The leaves are falling in Hyde Park and Morrisons is stocking Christmas decorations, so winter must be on its way. It can be difficult to maintain a fresh, balanced diet during the colder months. Food […]
The Freshers Flu That Just Won’t Go
We are all sick right now. At least that’s what I’m telling myself to soften the FOMO as I make myself my sixth cup of Lemsip and cancel my plans all over again. But I’m […]
Dominic Cummings lifts curtain on government coronavirus response
Why did Dominic Cummings offer scathing criticism of the government towards the end of May? Was he merely reitterating what we already know or are his claims offering a more damning insight in to the government’s handling of the pandemic? Will Nixon reports.
A HIV vaccine may be on the horizon. Perhaps it’s time to call it a pandemic?
“As the epidemic [HIV] evolves further, rates will continue to rise in communities and nations where poverty, social inequalities, and weak health infrastructures facilitate spread of the virus” – UNAIDS
India’s Covid crisis: Lives devalued & deaths disregarded
As part of the #Indiainred series, Manasa Narayanan investigates India’s Covid crisis, where government negligence and inadequately resourced healthcare facilities have contributed to devastating rates of death.
Processed meat could increase dementia risk
Zaide O’rourke reports on research at the University of Leeds which is investigating the link between diet and dementia.
What can COVID-19 teach us about reducing air pollution?
Studies have shown a worldwide reduction in air pollution as a result of the national lockdowns… could the COVID-19 pandemic be guiding us towards a greener future?
Climate change wields effects on population health
Ever since the industrial revolution, the Earth’s temperature has been continually increasing, having risen by over 1°C globally between the 1850s and today. As the world continues to economically develop, climate change is becoming more […]
What is herd immunity and why is everyone talking about it?
All you need to know about herd immunity in 250 words.
My flatmates and I have developed an MSG addiction… Should we be worried?
A tale of brain damage and racism.
Mental Health vs. Physical health: Is ignoring government guidelines sometimes the right thing to do?
Caring for our mental health has always been essential, but now maybe even more than ever! Amid a global pandemic and during a second lockdown, it is easy to forget about taking care of ourselves and prioritising our mental well-being.