Angela Primachenko, a 27-year-old respiratory therapist from Vancouver, Washington, was keenly aware of the challenge ahead. Thirty-three weeks pregnant, she tested positive for COVID-19 on March 24 after having fever and other symptoms. Due to the nature of her work, she knew exactly what procedures may have to be undertaken to ensure her safety and … Read more
For her birthday this year, a pediatric ER chief at a New York hospital thought of doing something for the greater good. Instead of getting herself a gift, the doctor wanted to help the people suffering most from this current health crisis: patients sick with COVID-19. Dr. Ee Tay learned from her colleagues at the … Read more
The reality of the coronavirus crisis may be grim, but there are plenty of stories that are inspiring and bring hope in these uncertain times. In Tennessee, for instance, a 6-year-old boy with a cystic fibrosis diagnosis is happily on the mend after contracting the novel coronavirus. According to the Mayo Clinic, a cystic fibrosis … Read more
During a pandemic, the people who are at the highest risk of being infected are health care workers – the people in the front lines treating sick patients in hospitals. Ending their shifts and coming home to be with their families used to be a reward, but during these unsettling times, it has become a … Read more
Visiting sick loved ones confined at the hospital is a common thing for us to do. Amid a pandemic, however, doing so has been prohibited. COVID-19 patients don’t get to see their family and friends during their hospital stay. The only people they see are their ER doctors and nurses, but they’re covered from head-to-toe … Read more
The corona virus pandemic brought about not just a financial global collapse, but also a ‘social crisis’. This outbreak compelled governments to impose a shutdown of businesses and schools in their countries to protect their people from getting infected. Authorities also urged their citizens to put themselves under quarantine to prevent further spread of COVID-19. … Read more
Face shields, masks, and other personal protective equipment have been in short supply due to the high number of coronavirus cases and huge global demand. Manufacturers have been working non-stop to increase production, but supply remains limited. To support the supply chain, various companies in different industries are stepping in to support the development of … Read more
When Kelly Conner was diagnosed with breast cancer in January, her husband, Albert Conner, was with her through every step of the way. So when he found out that he couldn’t be with her during a chemotherapy appointment because of hospital restrictions due to COVID-19, he got creative and showed up at the cancer center … Read more
The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation recently announced that it would be donating $125 million in funding towards the race to find a cure to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). On Thursday, the 64-year-old Microsoft-founder spoke about the pandemic with host Trevor Noah in The Daily Show. During the interview, the billionaire mentioned that the Bill … Read more
Superstar singer Pink joined a growing group of celebrities, athletes, and world leaders who revealed that they contracted COVID-19. Two weeks ago, she and 3-year-old son Jameson showed symptoms of the disease. After consulting with healthcare professionals, the two were able to get a test. Pink tested positive for coronavirus. She posted their experience on … Read more
On Thursday, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, shared an adorable Instagram video of himself teaching his youngest daughter a “Moana”-inspired hand washing technique. The wrestler turned actor played the voice of Maui, the shape-shifting demigod, in Disney’s 2016 animated film “Moana.” Now, amid the coronavirus outbreak, Johnson is teaching his soon-to-be 2-year-old daughter, Tiana, how to … Read more
A retired doctor passed away on Tuesday due to COVID-19 after working part-time at the Queen Victoria Memorial Hospital in Hertfordshire, England. Dr Alfa Saadu, a 68-year-old physician used to work at the Princess Alexandra Hospital in Harlow, Essex but decided to retire in 2017. Despite his age, Saadu couldn’t help but continue his passion … Read more