Ongoing discussion about the range of actions needed during the SARS-CoV-2 outbreak and Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) is calling all of us to bring forward our thoughts and experiences about how best to cope with the multiple challenges we are facing regarding COVID-19.
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Coronavirus and the Public Spirit Part 2
A giant sign celebrating Captain Sir Tom Moore and his fundraising efforts will be installed in the centre of his hometown. The 100-year-old war veteran raised more than £32m for NHS charities by completing 100 laps of his garden. Plans for the sign in Keighley – his birthplace – have been approved by Bradford Council… Continue reading Coronavirus and the Public Spirit Part 2
Coronavirus and the Public Spirit Part 1
A lot has happened since Britain went into lockdown 100 days ago, but one man was labelled “a beacon of light through the fog of coronavirus”. The pandemic has changed everyone’s lives, some tragically, but those are the words of Prime Minister Boris Johnson when fundraiser and veteran Captain Tom Moore was awarded a knighthood.… Continue reading Coronavirus and the Public Spirit Part 1
Coronavirus and Humour Part 1
The threat of coronavirus is weighing on every one of us. But no matter how hard it gets, there’s always a cold weapon known as a sense of humor. And some people aren’t missing a chance to spice up the hard times with killer jokes, viral memes, and deadly funny quips. All puns intended, of… Continue reading Coronavirus and Humour Part 1
Deliberate Spread of Covid 19 Part 1
In the US, people who intentionally spread the coronavirus could face criminal charges under America’s terrorism laws, the US Justice Department’s No. 2 official has said. In a memo to top Justice Department leaders, law enforcement agency chiefs and US Attorneys across the country, Deputy Attorney General Jeffrey Rosen said prosecutors and investigators could come… Continue reading Deliberate Spread of Covid 19 Part 1
Coronavirus Panic Buying Part 2
Ain’t us Humans strange things? An Uncertain or Threatening situation means the more primitive part of the brain can take over, and it’s main objective is to keep you alive. This suppresses or distorts rational thinking, so even though governments are promising there will be no disruption to food supply, many don’t listen. Most people… Continue reading Coronavirus Panic Buying Part 2
Coronavirus Humour Part 1
During the second world war, I can imagine families in Britain would congregate around the piano or music box to keep themselves entertained. When they talk about the novel coronavirus in schools in years to come, I hope they give a mention to the content creators.I use the term content creators loosely, however. You see,… Continue reading Coronavirus Humour Part 1
Coronavirus Panic Buying Part 1
A trip to the supermarket ends the same way for many people around the world right now — trying to pick up anything you can among rows and rows of empty shelves. While shops have not closed in most places, people have been panic buying items in bulk so they are prepared if their country… Continue reading Coronavirus Panic Buying Part 1