Ukraine: Biden presidency will bring consistency, but risk more tension with Moscow: When Joe Biden was confirmed as the winner of the US election, it came as a relief to many people in Ukraine. But while a Biden presidency is a welcome development, it’s unlikely to solve Ukraine’s myriad domestic issues – with enduring challenges …
UK government’s foreign aid cuts put girls’ education at risk: Monkey Business Images/Shutterstock The UK government’s 2020 spending review includes a cut in international aid, from 0.7% of gross national income to 0.5%. My research shows that this will have severe effects on the lives of girls worldwide. Earlier this year, my colleagues and I …
South Africa in the news: How to place a risk with Lloyd’s in South Africa: In South Africa, Lloyd’s underwriters can accept risks and issue policies via a service company, a local South African coverholder or open market correspondent (OMC) Service Companies A service …: “South Africa” – BingNews Our story in South Africa: Our …
Coronavirus is no longer seen as high risk by many – and that’s undermining control measures: During the era of US prohibition, illegal speakeasies thrived. And while the UK socially distances, there are similar reports of secret parties and raves today. Beyond such gatherings, there have been anecdotes of people from all walks of life …
South Africa in the news: Diabetes doubles risk of dying from coronavirus, study finds: Research published in The Lancet found that people with poorly controlled diabetes and comorbidities are ‘especially vulnerable’ to Covid-19.: “South Africa” – BingNews Perth Scorchers sign up Colin Munro for 2020-21 BBL season: The Perth Scorchers have signed New Zealand batsman …
Shielding the vulnerable using a risk calculator – here’s why it won’t be enough: Miriam Doerr Martin Frommherz/Shutterstock In recent weeks, there have been controversial proposals to ask older, more vulnerable adults to isolate from society, while younger adults build herd immunity to COVID-19. These strategies have been criticised by leading figures as “practically impossible” …
Depression, anxiety and heart disease risk all linked to single brain region: Over-activity in the brain's subgenual anterior cingulate cortex is likely to be one cause of depression and anxiety. ESB Professional/ Shutterstock Although depression and anxiety affect millions of people worldwide, there’s still much we don’t know about them. In fact, we still don’t …
Chernobyl: bumblebees still at risk from radiation nearly 35 years on: Serhii Brovko/Shutterstock In the early hours of April 26 1986, reactor four of the Chernobyl nuclear power plant in Ukraine exploded, causing the largest nuclear disaster in history. More than 350,000 people were evacuated, and a 4,700km² exclusion zone was formed in Ukraine and …
Walking downhill increases risk of falls in older adults: Eccentric exercises (such as walking downhill) cause our muscles to lengthen under the load in order to slow the body down. FS Stock/Shutterstock Falls are a common cause of injury in older adults and can lead to disability. Luckily, the risk of falls can be reduced …
South Africa in the news: Zille: Farm murders placing SA’s food security at risk: Newly elected Democratic Alliance (DA) federal council chairperson Helen Zille said that the country only had 40,000 farmers left to feed 57 million citizens, meaning that food security was under …: “South Africa” – BingNews KwaZulu-Natal mining murders: Death stalks community …
South Africa in the news: Set aside risk funds, NNPC tells national oil firms: National oil companies should set aside risk funds to minimise the impacts of unforeseen events, the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation has said.NNPC’s Group Executive Director, Umar Ajiya, said …: “South Africa” – BingNews Organic wineries combat pests and weeds using animals, …
South Africa in the news: Latest Covid Study Pause Puts Stock Rallies at Risk for Other Vaccine Makers: Study and trial pauses can be a standard operating procedure in drug development, yet it could put the triple- and quadruple-digit rallies for some biotechs at risk.With more than 40 trials testing Co …: “South Africa” – …
South Africa in the news: Comorbidities and Covid-19: How pre-existing conditions significantly increase risk of death: A large study that analysed data from more than 65 000 patients found that certain pre-existing conditions can put Covid-19 patients at greater risk of death.: “South Africa” – BingNews COVID-19: Johnson & Johnson vaccine trial paused as patient …
Coronavirus: R number does not measure risk – financial disaster modelling offers a better alternative: The most important measure on the state of the pandemic is the R number. Also known as the reproduction rate, this is the average number of people an infected person will pass the virus on to. The R number guides government …
Trump has been diagnosed with COVID – let’s talk risk factors: With the US president, Donald Trump, testing positive for coronavirus, speculation has begun regarding possible outcomes. The reality is, it’s impossible to say for certain what will happen to an individual once they’ve contracted COVID. Some people may have no symptoms at all, while …
Belly fat linked to higher risk of premature death, regardless of your weight: 'Apple shaped' people store more fat in their abdomen, while 'pear shaped' people store it in their lower body. Red Confidential/ Shutterstock It’s well known that carrying extra fat around your waist can be harmful to your health, bringing greater risk of …
Post-traumatic stress disorder linked to increased risk of dementia – new research: This link was found in veterans, war refugees, and those with non-combat traumatic experiences. ESB Professional/ Shutterstock Dementia is one of the greatest global health challenges. As the world’s population continues to age and to live longer, the number of people affected by …
South African universities need to know why students’ suicide risk is so high: Shutterstock An estimated 800,000 people die by suicide globally each year. It’s the second most common cause of death in people aged 15 to 29. University students around the globe are more at risk of suicidal behaviour than the general population. It’s …