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Everything We Know About COVID-19

March 19, 2020

The rapid spread of the virus that leads to COVID-19 has sent shockwaves across all aspects of human life in Canada and across the world, and many people are unsure how to effectively deal with this pandemic. This article will provide some background on the virus, as well as some tips for households to help cope with the daily stresses of this uncertain time.

COVID-19 is a type of coronavirus, more specifically it is a newer strain which is known to cause serious illness. It can be particularly dangerous for people with underlying illnesses, or previously diagnosed secondary conditions such as diabetes. At this time, there is no vaccine or cure for the disease. Researchers are actively looking for treatment and prevention options.

This coronavirus is highly contagious and can survive on certain surfaces for up to three days. It is recommended that you clean surfaces such as doorknobs, toilets etc. as often as possible to prevent the possible spread of the virus.

Other measures you should take to prevent spreading/contracting this horrible virus are; avoiding contact with people who are sick or exhibit COVID-19 symptoms (practice social distancing), avoid touching your mouth and face if you haven’t washed your hands recently, cover your mouth when you cough or sneeze, and of course wash your hands as frequently as possible, especially if you are out and about.

We will continue to follow this disease at it develops, and we will provide updates on possible treatments or vaccine developments. In the meantime, familiarize yourself further with this virus and take care of yourself and loved ones.

More information about COVID-19 can be found at these sources:

https://www.health.harvard.edu/diseases-and-conditions/coronavirus-resource-center

https://www.ontario.ca/page/2019-novel-coronavirus

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The Problem with “Green” Diet Guideline May Lie in its Affordability

March 6, 2020

Climate science has been a major talking point, and a source of the major controversy in 2019. Sceptics and supporters have gone head-to-head on the realties and potential solutions to the ever-changing environments of planet Earth. One thing climate scientists have advocated for is a change in attitude towards the consumption of meat, particularly beef, as mass farming is a major contributor to carbon dioxide emissions. Earlier this year, the journal The Lancet: Global Health published a guide on how to eat sustainably.

These guidelines recommend maintaining a diet rich in fruits and vegetables; getting protein and fat from plant-based foods; unsaturated oils from fish; and carbohydrates from whole grains. The major issue with these guidelines are not available, but affordability. According to a further study in The Lancet, the most affordable green diet would cost around $2.84 per day. Based on world income statistics, that remains unaffordable for more than 1/5 of the world’s population – approximately 1.68 billion people. It appears as though much more research evaluation of this topic is required before finding the perfect balance.

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Why Vaccination Ads Can Be Misleading

February 6, 2020

A new study published in the journal “Vaccine” has presented findings that accuse just two organizations of funding most of the misinformation about vaccines on Facebook. The World Mercury Project (chaired by Robert F Kennedy Jr.), and Stop Mandatory Vaccinations have been purchasing 54% of all ads on Facebook decrying the use of vaccines. “Absolutely we were surprised. These two individuals were generating the majority of the content,” said David Broniatowski, a contributing author to the report.

Kennedy is the son of former US attorney general Bobby Kennedy. He also has a non-profit focused on the environment. Larry Cook, the main mind behind Stop Mandatory Vaccinations, mainly uses crowdfunding to secure money for his organization’s ads on Facebook. He was banned from popular crowdfunding site GoFundMe earlier this year, and his YouTube channel has since been demonetized as well.

Whilst many Americans get their news from Facebook (roughly 68% as reported in the study), it is likely that many people have never seen an anti-vax ad on their Facebook feed. This is due to Facebook’s ad targeting algorithm, that is designed to show ads to people who are most likely to respond or be interested in a product or service. These campaigns of misinformation are so dangerous because vaccines are one of the safest and effective medical interventions ever developed.

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The Metabolism Myth

August 31, 2018

It’s no secret that as we age it becomes harder and harder to stay trim and in-shape. A classic excuse for this is blaming the extra pounds on a slowing metabolism, the calorie-burning process that our bodies execute naturally. But this may not be the real reason behind extra weight gain that seems to build up out of nowhere. A study performed by the National Institutes of Health has found evidence that age-related weight gain is more associated with activity patterns as opposed to a change in our metabolism. The study suggests that our natural metabolic functions experience little change after the age of 30.

 

Regular movement is the key to keeping off those pesky extra pounds. Whether it’s a brisk walk or a session in the gym a few times a week, any form of activity is greater than none. Moving and breathing are the most effective ways to stay in-shape, no matter you age. It’s never too late to adopt a healthier lifestyle. “The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now.”

 

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The Connection Between Music and Medicine

August 24, 2018

The Memorial University of Newfoundland has found a surprising correlation between the skills of students who study music, and their ability to translate those skills into the medical field. A handful of students who studied piano and musical theory at the university have gone on to study medicine, and eventually into surgery.

There are a couple of factors that make these students ideal picks for moving into surgery. The first is the incredible manual dexterity they have developed after years of training and practice at the keyboard. Another is the constant drive for self-improvement and reassessment of results that these students have been taught to do through music. Doug Angel, who originally studied piano and now works in the operating theatre, states, “In music, plateaus are unacceptable… Residents think, ‘Oh I did 30 thyroids, so I should be good at it.’ But if you haven’t reflected on what you did well or what you did wrong or what you could do better… you don’t get there,”

 

It is well known that some of the greatest scientists of the past were also very artistic, take for example Leonardo Da Vinci or Queen band member Brian May. We will see if this trend makes its way West.

 

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