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Health
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The Downsides To Your Homemade Mask And Scarf Vibe [Video]
21 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Yes, wearing a mask can help limit the spread of COVID-19, but not all masks are created equal.
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What The Coronavirus Really Looks Like Under A Microscope [Images]
21 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Elizabeth Fischer’s work with the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases has seen her capture, and create, dramatic images of the dangerous pathogen.
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The ‘Riddle’: Daily Maverick Digs Deep Into Why Western Cape Has Such High COVID-19 Numbers
21 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
The latest COVID-19 stats for the country show the Western Cape accounted for 11 262 of the country’s total 18 003 cases, which is more than 60%, and the same is true for the death toll.
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“Potentially Destructive” – Mkhize Hits Back At SA Scientist Who Criticised Lockdown
21 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Professor Glenda Gray’s comments regarding the lockdown raised eyebrows over the weekend. Now Health Minister Dr Zweli Mkhize has come out swinging.
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Alert Level 3 – What Airports And Domestic Flights Might Look Like
20 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
A proposal has been submitted for consideration that outlines what domestic air travel could look like during alert level 3.
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Research Team Suggests SA Lockdown Cycle Of 50 Days In, 30 Days Out
20 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
An international research team of health experts reckons South Africa would benefit from 18 months of intermittent lockdowns.
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Harrowing Doccie Takes You Inside Italy’s COVID-19 War [Video]
20 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
A new groundbreaking documentary, ‘Inside Italy’s COVID War’, takes you behind the scenes at Cremona Hospital during the height of the coronavirus crisis.
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Legalising Cannabis In SA Has Ground To A Halt
20 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Work on the Regulation of Cannabis Bill, drafted by the ministry of justice back in January, has slowed significantly due to the national lockdown.
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Dogs Could Be Trained To Sniff Out COVID-19 [Video]
20 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Researchers are confident that dogs could be trained to detect the coronavirus in people, even if they’re asymptomatic.
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Cape Town’s Coronavirus Outbreak Cracks The Washington Post
20 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
The city accounts for around 10% of Africa’s confirmed coronavirus cases, but the reasons for this are more complex than shouting about the Sea Point promenade.
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Latest SA Coronavirus Death Toll Projection Makes For Very Disturbing Reading [Video]
20 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
According to projections by the SA COVID-19 modelling consortium, consisting of scientists and experts advising the government, South Africa will see a huge spike in coronavirus deaths by November.
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100 Countries Gunning For China As Investigation Calls Grow
19 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
There are many countries that are going to emerge from the coronavirus pandemic with their reputations tarnished. China is certainly one of them.
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It’s Hard To Argue Against The Benefits Of Eating Less Meat
19 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
South Africa and America share one common trait – we love our meat. But experts say cutting down might not be a bad idea.
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Enjoy These Loitering Brits Pretending To Exercise When A Cop Approaches [Video]
19 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
A group of men approached by law enforcement outside a UK supermarket launched into an exercise routine to avoid arrest.
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Here Are The SA Districts Least Likely To Downgrade To Alert Level 3
19 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Analysis by the Department of Health has revealed the districts in SA hit hardest by the COVID-19 pandemic.
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John Oliver’s Latest Coronavirus Segment Looks At Sports [Video]
18 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
In his latest ‘Last Week Tonight’ segment, John Oliver once again looked at the coronavirus, but with a particular focus on sport.
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SA Scientists Say They Are Being “Sidelined” As Lockdown Backlash Grows
18 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Members of the ministerial advisory committee have spoken out about not being consulted on key decisions by government, although Health Minister Dr Zweli Mkhize disagrees.
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R3 000 A Carton – SA’s Smokers Are Getting Very, Very Desperate
15 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Smokers around the country are now being faced with some very tough decisions, as the cost of cheap knock-off brands skyrockets.
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Worried About Yourself Or Your Folks? Best Avoid These Spots [Video]
15 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Biology Professor Erin Bromage talks about the situations and activities most likely to put you at risk of contracting COVID-19.
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Inside Wits University’s COVID-19 Rapid Test Study (And How You Can Help)
14 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
The immunology department at Witwatersrand University is testing existing rapid tests for COVID-19 to determine their accuracy.
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One COVID-19 Graph That Should Really Worry Cape Town
14 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
As much of the country readies itself for a drop to alert level 3 at the end of May, those in Cape Town have reason to worry that they may be left behind.
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Diving Down The COVID-19 Conspiracy Rabbit Hole Is A Wild Ride [Video]
13 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
The coronavirus pandemic is ripe for the spread of conspiracy theories and misinformation, and any trip down the rabbit hole can get weird pretty quickly.
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Bryan Adams Under Fire For “Bat Eating” Instagram Rant [Videos]
13 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Bryan Adams has had to apologise for an Instagram post where he made some unfortunate claims about the origins of the coronavirus.
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Fear Spreads At Cape Care Home As Coronavirus Hits
13 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Cape Town-based care home, Nazareth House, is coming under increased scrutiny from worried family members, after recording four cases of COVID-19 among residents, and 11 among staff.
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Skin Treatments Worth Considering Once Lockdown Eases
12 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Noticing a few new lines and wrinkles during lockdown? Here’s what you can do about that.
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South Korea COVID-19 Outbreak Shows Danger Of Easing Lockdown
12 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
One night out, and nearly 80 new coronavirus cases – South Korea’s relaxing of lockdown measures backfired pretty quickly.
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“Doubts Creep In” – BBC Looks At SA’s Shifting Lockdown Mindset
12 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
As we reach the seventh week of our national lockdown, which is one of the toughest on earth, the voices of dissent grow louder.
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President Ramaphosa’s Latest Statement To The Nation Warns Of “New Reality”
11 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
From the desk of the President, Ramaphosa talks of a “new reality”, and the next phase of our national response.
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Trump And The Coronavirus – Six Minutes That Sum Up His Response [Video]
11 May 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
As the US death toll passes 80 000, President Trump’s handling of the pandemic continues to be put under the microscope.
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They’re Releasing 19 000 SA Prisoners – Here’s Why
11 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Justice Minister Ronald Lamola has outlined the reasoning behind the pending release of 19 000 prisoners, amidst coronavirus fears in correctional facilities.
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