Understanding the Science of Human Connection in the Age of Coronavirus
The pandemic has brought about isolation and loneliness, a world in which face-to-face human interaction has been dramatically limited. We are staying at home and avoiding public spaces in order to avoid the coronavirus, [...]
Unite and run to help end plastic waste
Unite and run to help end plastic waste From 28 May to 8 June, adidas x Parley Run for the Oceans returns for a fourth year, continuing its commitment to urgently address the [...]
South African stress levels shot up by 56 percent
South African stress levels have shot up by 56% since start of pandemic according to survey Anational survey conducted by a leading pharmaceutical firm and advocate for mental wellness [...]
Depression surges in South Africa
Depression surges in SA; prepare for the worst say researchers Depressive symptoms among South Africans screened have doubled over the last three years, with researchers calling on policymakers to [...]
Excessive salt consumption taking its toll on South Africans hearts
Excessive salt consumption taking its toll on South Africans hearts The country’s biggest provider of heart disease medication warns South Africans to cut back on salt, as it could [...]
Clinical study finds vitamin D significantly reduces need for ICU treatment for Covid patients
Clinical study finds vitamin D significantly reduces need for ICU treatment for Covid patients The Spanish study – a pilot randomised, open label, double-masked clinical trial – investigated the [...]