Tag Archives: covid 19

What are the benefits of eating healthy?

Following a healthy diet has many benefits, including building strong bones, protecting the heart, preventing disease, and boosting mood. A eating healthy diet typically includes nutrient-dense foods from all of the major food groups, including lean proteins, whole grains, healthy fats, and fruits and vegetables of many colors. Healthy eating …

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COVID-19’s economic impact on healthcare systems, societies, and the population

COVID-19's economic impact on healthcare systems, societies, and the population

In a recent study review posted to the medRxiv* preprint server, researchers evaluated the economic and medical costs incurred due to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. They also assessed the cost-effectiveness of surveillance, response measures, and preparedness for COVID-19.   Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infections have caused …

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The best fitness recovery gadgets

The best fitness recovery gadgets

A lot of us have been on post-pandemic health kicks or just relishing a return to the sports and fitness regimens we enjoyed before COVID-19 derailed everything. Subsequently, many of us (raises hand) might have overexerted ourselves. Unfortunately, a few minutes of post-workout stretching isn’t always enough to relieve the …

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Dirty Air Can Worsen COVID Outcomes

Dirty Air Can Worsen COVID Outcomes

 How the COVID-19 virus affects someone may be exacerbated by the air they breathe. Researchers found a link between exposure to airborne particulate matter, including fine particles known as PM2.5 and nitrogen dioxide (NO2), and heightened risk of serious coronavirus complications. “Our research demonstrated that one-year average exposure to PM2.5 …

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