The COVID-19 pandemic pushed many groups to their limits. Among them, the French Red Cross stood out. They were not just helping out; they were on the front lines, facing high risks daily. But what kept them going? What made them value their work so much? This is what a recent study tried to figure out. Many groups help out during health crises. But how well they do...
The year 2020 was a turning point for health science. The world was grappling with a new virus, and scientists were in a desperate race to find a solution. The mRNA vaccines were created in record time. These vaccines were different from traditional ones. They didn't contain a weakened or dead virus. Instead, they used messenger RNA to teach the body to fight off t...
Former President Trump once again wants the U. S. to leave the World Health Organization (WHO). Why? He thinks the agency is full of corporate power and China's influence. But what does this mean for global health? Let's break it down. Trump's executive order to start the withdrawal process is a big deal. It's not the first time he's tried this. In 2020, he pulled o...
President Biden is set to give a farewell speech this Wednesday night, wrapping up a political career that's lasted over half a century. The White House hasn't shared any details about what he'll say, but Biden has been focusing on his legacy in recent months. He's hoping to be remembered as a president who brought stability to the U. S. and strengthened its global l...
When COVID-19 hit, Quebec had to quickly find the best ways to handle the situation. Now that the pandemic is behind us, it's time to improve how we deal with crises in the future. The main goal of a recent project was to create a plan for quickly finding and using the best evidence during health crises in Quebec. First, let's look at what didn't work well during CO...
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on alcohol consumption and exposure to violence, especially in the San Francisco Bay Area. Between January 2021 and April 2023, researchers gathered data from 565 adults who drink alcohol. They found that heavy drinking (four or more drinks on one occasion, at least four times a month) was common, with 73. 7% of part...
When COVID-19 hit, digital contact tracing apps became a hot topic. These apps aim to help health authorities track virus spread quickly and efficiently. But with great power comes great concern, especially about privacy. People are rightfully worried about how their data will be used. A recent survey dug into what features users want in these apps. The study found ...
Vice President Kamala Harris recently addressed Black voters by speaking out against former President Donald Trump's supposed favoritism towards Russia during the COVID-19 pandemic. Harris appeared on a popular Black radio show, discussing various issues and expressing her stance on multiple topics. She criticized Trump for allegedly sending COVID-19 testing devices ...