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Coughing Up Blood – COVID 19

By Amelia Summers on October 6, 2022

Introduction COVID-19, also known as coronavirus, is a viral infection that affects the respiratory system. The virus was first detected in China in late 2019 and was the cause of a global pandemic beginning in 2020.1 As of September 2022, over 6.5 million people have died from coronavirus infections.2 Cases are still widespread, though thankfully, […]

Echinacea: Benefits in COVID-19

By Aisha Yasin on September 14, 2022

We all know COVID-19 as the respiratory illness that halted and changed our world, creating a modern-day pandemic. As we learn to adapt and live with this virus, the search for remedies continues. Herbal remedies and superfoods, such as echinacea, are gaining popularity, although it is important to question to what extent they help and […]

Does COVID-19 Cause Intestinal Angina?

By Murielle Nsiela on August 23, 2022

Based on an article titled “Bowel ischemia in COVID-19: A systematic review” Original written by: Patel et al., 2021 https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/ijcp.14930 By: Murielle Nsiela Intestinal angina is abdominal pain due to reduced blood flow to the intestines. This occurs as a result of a blockage in the superior mesenteric artery, found in the intestines, due to […]

What are Dangerously High Ferritin Levels in COVID-19?

By Sentia Racha Keyulong on August 3, 2022

What is COVID-19? Since 2019, the phrase COVID-19 seems to be everywhere. People, news, friends and families are all talking about it. So, what is COVID-19? And what kind of illness is it? Signs and Symptoms Let’s start with the signs and symptoms of Covid-19. People with Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) can have several symptoms, ranging […]

Swollen Glands in Neck Coronavirus

By Sara Maria Majernikova on June 11, 2022

What are swollen glands? Lymph nodes, commonly known as glands, are components of the immune system. They are tiny bean-shaped structures that filter out foreign material such as bacteria and viruses. Lymph nodes may be found all throughout your body. Normally, lymph nodes have the texture of firm peas. However, during an infection, lymph nodes […]

Vaccination Diversity

By Ishana Gole on May 20, 2022

The popular TV show, Strictly Come Dancing(1), features a number of celebrity contestants who have not been vaccinated and are refusing to do so. It makes one wonder how even celebrities who are advocates of many public trends are refusing to get vaccinated. This forms a part of vaccine hesitancy(2) which can be attributed to […]

The Menstrual Cycle and COVID-19 Vaccine

By Ishana Gole on May 10, 2022

As people in UK continue to receive booster shots, a large part of the population across the globe is yet to be vaccinated.1 This can be attributed to vaccine hesitancy. In particular, a large number of women belong to the section of unvaccinated individuals who are hesitant about getting vaccinated.2 This may be linked to […]

Foods That May Prevent Covid-19

By Aarthi Narayan on April 6, 2022

COVID-19 What you need to know:: Symptoms According to CDC.org, the symptoms range from mild to severe. The symptoms can manifest between 2-14 days after exposure to the virus. The most common symptoms are a persistent cough, sneezing, fever, dizziness, muscle spasm, headaches, loss of taste and smell, stomach pain, fatigue, and difficulty breathing. You […]

Is This a Chest Infection or Covid-19?

By Adina Zhao on March 15, 2022

When experiencing coughing, shortness of breath, and fever, have you wondered if it’s Covid-19 or merely a chest infection? In this article, you will learn the difference between a chest infection and Covid-19 and what to do if you are infected. It is important to note that different pathogens cause these infections. Bacteria or virus […]

Supporting your immune system during COVID-19

By Vicky Stogiannidou on March 5, 2022

Your news feed may have been flooded with information on weird and wonderful ways to “boost” your immune system during the COVID-19 pandemic, from loading up on citrus fruit to consuming probiotic-filled yoghurt. However, while certain aspects of the system require these vitamins and minerals to function normally, there is no substantial data to support […]

Swollen Glands and Covid: Are they Related?

By Adina Zhao on February 21, 2022

Short Explainer Video Swollen glands are fairly common in patients who get infections. For example, a cold or flu may lead to swollen glands in the neck or under the jaw. Swollen glands are not listed as one of the symptoms of Covid-19 as described by the NHS. However, it is important to be mindful […]

COVID-19 and Smoking

By Anjula Gahlot on February 7, 2022

There is a possibility that people who smoke or vape are more likely to get seriously sick from COVID-19. Therefore, it is even more important for people who smoke to take steps to protect themselves from the new coronavirus. According to WHO (World Health Organisation), there is a statistically significant relationship between smoking and the […]

Covid Vaccine Side Effects: What to expect and when to get medical help

By Ishana Gole on January 31, 2022

2020 marked the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. Months of extensive research have given us access to a variety of vaccines in the hope of easing the burden COVID-19 has brought to the healthcare systems. Vaccination is extremely vital in terms of fighting the pandemic. However, a range of questions regarding the efficacy and side […]

Long-Term Effects of COVID-19

By Vicky Stogiannidou on January 26, 2022

The majority of individuals who contract COVID-19 recover within a short period of time without any lingering health problems. However, some people experience long-term health complications despite the mild symptoms during the infection1. Research into long-term COVID-19 effects is still in its early stages as we do not yet have a complete understanding of what […]

Does the COVID vaccine exacerbate asthma attacks?

By Murielle Nsiela on January 4, 2022

Based on the paper titled “COVID vaccination and asthma exacerbation: might there be a link?” Originally written by Colaneri et al. 2021 COVID-19 and asthma Asthma is a lung condition characterised by the narrowing of the tubes that carry air into the lungs, leading to difficulty in breathing. Due to the disease's nature, it has […]

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