Afghan refugee women in Pakistan face big hurdles when trying to get healthcare during pregnancy and childbirth. This is especially true in Balochistan, a province that struggles with poverty and weak healthcare systems. The COVID-19 pandemic made things even harder for these women. Balochistan is
In 2021, the COVID-19 pandemic kept causing problems for HIV testing and diagnosis. This was especially noticeable at a top hospital in India. The goal was to see how much the pandemic affected HIV testing that year. The pandemic made it hard for people to get tested for HIV. This is a big deal bec
In Greece, the COVID-19 jab has been a game-changer in the fight against severe infections. Yet, a significant number of people are still reluctant to roll up their sleeves. What's behind this hesitation? It's a mix of psychological factors. People's beliefs about the jab's safety and how well it wo
The COVID-19 pandemic brought vaccine skepticism into the spotlight. This is a big deal. It's one of the top 10 threats to public health. There were big protests and a lot of false information spread about the vaccines. This made some people wary of getting the shot. A study was done to underst
The COVID-19 pandemic changed a lot of things. One major shift was the increase in screen time. This change has sparked worries about its impact on health, especially on Body Mass Index (BMI). People are spending more time on their devices. This is especially true for young healthcare professional
A fresh COVID-19 variant has emerged, and it's causing quite a stir. This one has a distinctive feature: a sore throat so intense that it's been dubbed "razor blade throat. " The culprit behind this unpleasant sensation is the NB. 1. 8. 1. variant, also known as "Nimbus. " Doctors in the UK, India,
Hospitals are super busy places where Covid-19 can easily spread. Just having general rules might not cut it. But there's a cool way to figure out what works best: agent-based modelling. This method lets researchers create a virtual hospital and see how different factors affect the spread of Covid-1
College can be a tough time for students. The pressure of classes, assignments, and exams can be overwhelming. This stress doesn't just vanish after graduation. In fact, it often makes students even more anxious about finding a job. This is especially true since the COVID-19 pandemic. Many stud
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, healthcare workers in the Republic of Moldova faced a silent battle. This battle was not against the virus itself, but against violence in the workplace. A recent investigation delved into the experiences of these frontline workers, both before and during the p
Saudi Arabia's response to COVID-19 was not just about reacting to a crisis. It was about building on years of experience managing large crowds during the Hajj pilgrimage. This unique background helped the country put together a strong plan to tackle the virus. The country did not just focus on sto
