Coronavirus Symptoms and When to Call a Doctor

Coronavirus Symptoms and When to Call a Doctor

An outbreak of novel coronavirus can be a stressful and challenging time. For some, the possibility of infection is a source of concern. For others, such as the elderly and those with lung disease, coronavirus represents a severe threat to their lives. Many people and...
Coronavirus: Fake Health News You Can Ignore

Coronavirus: Fake Health News You Can Ignore

Whenever the world faces a major challenge such that presented by the novel coronavirus, it’s not unusual for conspiracy theories and urban legends to arise around it. People crave meaning and control, turning to fake cures and dubious theories about the origin...
How and Why to Self-Quarantine

How and Why to Self-Quarantine

There’s a lot of confusion surrounding the novel coronavirus, particularly around self-quarantine and self-isolation. Who needs to self-quarantine? How long should you quarantine for? What does self-quarantine entail? What is self-quarantine? Self-quarantine is...
The Importance of Washing Your Hands

The Importance of Washing Your Hands

With the rise of novel coronavirus (COVID-19), hand-washing has become more prominent as a health measure. Proper hand-washing shouldn’t just be a concern during outbreaks infectious disease, though — it’s essential at any time. Many preventable...