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President Cyril Ramaphosa receiving on behalf of government a R1 billion consignment of critical personal protective equipment (PPE) and other medical supplies. The Auditor-General has released shocking findings about Covid-19 PPE government contracts. Kimi Makwetu says there are clear signs of overpricing, unfair processes and potential fraud.He says he will "converge" his report with that…
Whether you had a “bad cold” this winter or recently endured a cough that would not quit, it’s only natural to wonder if you might have had COVID-19 without realizing it. That’s especially true now that infectious disease experts say the virus was likely already spreading before cities started to lock down and put social…
COVID-19 is infamous for having somewhat strange symptoms (COVID toes, anyone?) or no symptoms at all (up to 40% of people infected with the novel coronavirus may show no signs). But sometimes the virus makes its presence abundantly clear, with telltale symptoms that can be severe and long-lasting. These are seven sure signs you've already…
In December 2017, I was a busy mom of three boys and an art teacher hoping to recharge over winter break, when I became overwhelmed with extreme fatigue one morning. I remember having to crawl out of the shower, too weak to stand or reach up to turn off the water from the shower head…
3 min read I WALK A LOT. Not just from my New York City apartment to the subway and then the office, but across town for meetings, errands that pile up on the same day, and the occasional detour to grab a coffee or check out a new shop. By the time winter hits, my
If you’ve ever woken up after a night out with a pounding headache, nausea, and lots of regret—then unfortunately, you’re familiar with being hungover. It’s all fun and games when the alcoholic drinks are flowing, but too many of them take a toll on your body. Hangover symptoms occur because alcohol is a central nervous
6 min read The following story contains spoilers for Landman season 2, episode 7, "Forever Is an Instant.” "FROM NOW ON, starting today, I’m gonna enjoy my life.” So says Tommy Norris (Billy Bob Thornton) after another of the expletive-laden one-on-ones he has with his father. But this time, for a change, he’s taken the