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  How the pandemic generation will beat all odds SUSANNA ANBU More than a year since the first case of COVID-19 was recorded in Wuhan, China, the world still faces the pandemic in the form of second waves and stringent lockdowns. Despite the cautious optimism of what the year 2021 will provide, the year offers little promise of being different from its notorious predecessor, 2020. The age group impacted the most by the pandemic is 17-28, comprising of matriculants, university students, and early-career professionals, and researchers. This demographic, collectively known as “Generation Z”, is entering the pandemic and post-pandemic world in a state of heightened gloomRead More →

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Nokwanda Kubheka The National Department of Health’s  digital  COVID-19 response programme recently launched the app, COVID Alert SA. The app utilises bluetooth contact-tracing technology to make people aware if they come into contact with a person who has tested positive for COVID-19 – therefore helping to slow the spread of COVID-19 and alleviate the pandemic’s effects on the economy and society of South Africa.   Contact tracing is done by finding people who have been in close contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19. This is done to let them know that they may have been exposed to the disease, and makes itRead More →

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CHRIZAAN PRETORIUS COVID-19 has infected many people from every demographic – including some world-renowned athletes. The virus is known for its extreme physical effects on the human body, including shortness of breath, muscle weakening and decreased cardiovascular strength, which can greatly affect athletes. Wenda Nel is a South African athlete specialising in the 400 m, and a former University of Pretoria Dietician student, also won her first national title in 2010 and thereafter seven other national titles. Additionally, she has participated in five world championships and received a bronze medal at the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games. With regard to COVID-19, Nel stated that when sheRead More →