Moderna’s new ‘bivalent’ coronavirus vaccine gives eight-fold boost in antibodies and fights both original Covid and Omicron June 8, 2022 Pharma giant Moderna said this afternoon that its new bivalent vaccine targets both the original Covid strain and the Omicron variant. The US firm said early clinical trials on 437 people had shown the jab led to an eight-fold jump in the levels of Omicron-specific “neutralising” antibodies compared to people who had not received a [...]
Monkeypox spreading like wildfire: 77 cases confirmed during Platinum Jubilee Bank Holiday weekend taking total to 302 June 6, 2022 The Monkeypox outbreak is spreading like wildfire with almost 80 new cases detected over the Platinum Jubilee weekend break, bringing the total number to more than 300. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) announced the spike in cases between 2 and 5 June, with the vast majority in England (73). The infection, which now has [...]
NHS alarm bells ringing: Monkeypox spreading fast across UK with more than 70 new confirmed cases yesterday alone May 31, 2022 The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) confirmed late last night that a further 71 cases of monkeypox have been detected in England. The latest cases bring the total number confirmed in England since May 7 to 172. There are four confirmed cases in Scotland, two in Northern Ireland and one in Wales, taking the UK [...]
People infected with Monkeypox should be forced to quarantine for 21 days, recommends expert May 25, 2022 The head of Germany’s well-respected Robert Koch Institute for infectious diseases, has said hat measures such as a forced isolation period of at least 21 days are recommended for people infected with Monkeypox. Watch the full video report.
Three ways to radically rethink your workout ahead of summer May 23, 2022 If you feel stuck in a rut when it comes to your gym sessions, we have some tips and tricks totake you to the next level TIP 1: STRENGTHEN YOUR CORE Bar legs (a day famously skipped by many), the “core” is the area of the body people are most likely to shy away from [...]
Concerns grow worldwide as rare Monkeypox virus spreads like wildfire: Virologists ‘can not explain’ speed and scale May 22, 2022 Virologists around the world are increasingly sounding the alarm bell over the rapid spread of the rare Monkeypox virus, which is usually found in parts of Western Africa. The confirmed number of cases climbed to 80 over the weekend, in 12 countries around the world, including the UK, Belgium, France, Netherlands and Australia. The well-respected [...]
Experts explore how leaders can foster a sense of personal belonging in an increasingly digital workforce May 18, 2022 | City Talk Psychological safety is a critical driver of retention and performance. Karam Filfilan meets the experts to learn how leaders can foster a sense of personal belonging in an increasingly digital workplace Read May’s CA magazine now When employees feel valued, able to share ideas and challenge established thinking without fear of negative consequences, they become [...]
How to sleep your way to better mental health May 11, 2022 | City Talk Regularly getting a good night’s sleep can be hugely beneficial to your mental health. Here are some tips to help you develop a good sleep routine. On average, we spend about one third of our lives asleep. Not only is sleep essential for your physical health, it can be key to maintaining good mental health. [...]
WHO releases $3.5m to purchase medical supplies for Ukraine February 24, 2022 The World Health Organisation (WHO) has released an additional $3.5m from its emergency fund to purchase and deliver medical supplies to Ukraine. According to director general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, the fund, which complements the trauma and medical supplies already delivered to health facilities, is expected to rise following further needs assessments. “The health system must [...]
Supercharge your workout: My EMS progress after 7 weeks February 24, 2022 It’s amazing what you can adapt to given a little time. Seven weeks ago I was quite nervous about being strapped into a suit filled with electrodes, hooked up to the mains and guided through a workout while being zapped by an electrical current – now it feels like second nature. I’m just over halfway [...]