Where In SA To Buy The Insect Repellent That Could Kill Coronavirus (According To The British Military)
According to research by Britain’s defence laboratory, there is a product found in certain insect repellants that could potentially kill the strain of coronavirus that causes COVID-19.
SA’s ‘Second Surge’: Good News, But Expert Says Data From Next Few Days Is Vital [Video]
Prof Salim Abdool Karim, the chairperson of the COVID-19 Ministerial Advisory Committee, is optimistic about our efforts to contain the spread of COVID-19.
World’s Largest Nudist Resort At Centre Of “Very Worrying” COVID-19 Outbreak
There has been a “very worrying” outbreak of COVID-19 at a popular nudist holiday resort in France.
These Six Treatments Offer Hope For Battling COVID-19
A highly contagious and unpredictable virus like COVID-19 is tough to treat, but scientists are making some headway.
Whistleblower Lifts The Lid On Deadly Gauteng Hospital Conditions
South Africa may have weathered the worst of the storm, but stories of gross negligence and corruption will continue to emerge as the months roll on.
Booze-Related Cape Hospital Admissions On The Rise Again
It has been almost a week since the ban on alcohol sales was rescinded, and a number of Capetonians have clearly overdone it.
How Long The WHO Reckons The Pandemic Will Last
The head of the WHO, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, spoke recently about a possible timeframe for getting COVID-19 under control.
How SA’s COVID-19 Deaths Compare To AIDS And TB
The actual COVID-19 death toll is likely far higher than the official count, but at the height of the AIDS pandemic, some of the figures were truly horrendous.
Is There A Link Between Cold Weather And COVID-19? These Wits Scientists Don’t Think So
Scientists at Wits University took an in-depth look at whether there’s a connection between COVID-19 infection rates and climate.
Beware The ‘Second Surge’ – SA Medical Experts
Whilst South Africa’s COVID-19 cases are slowly decreasing, and some freedoms returning, the worries of a ‘second surge’ point to a tricky road ahead.
Two Cape Field Hospitals To Close As Infection Rates Decline
Two temporary COVID-19 field hospitals in Cape Town are set to close as admissions drop, and virus rates decline in the Western Cape.
They Don’t Know The Exact Source Of South Africa’s 33 000 Excess Deaths
Perhaps the only thing we know for certain about COVID-19, is that we don’t really know everything yet.
The Rise Of The Scarf-Mask: How Celebs Do Face Protection
Fashion reflects the times, and the bandanna or scarf-mask is so hot right now. Protection-wise, however, they’re not all that practical.
Thursday Morning Spice
Did Russia rush vaccine? Media tycoon dies. Gold clambers back. Wexner agrees to Epstein deposition. Diana musical for Netflix. Lotto winner can’t find love.
100 Days Clean – Everyone’s Pretty Envious Of New Zealand Right Now
It’s been more than 100 days since new Zealand recorded their last locally transmitted case of COVID-19.
Latest Face Mask Meltdown Involves Gunshots And Cigars [Video]
We’ve seen some over the top reactions from anti-maskers in America, but this guy might just take the cake.
More Evidence Of Dangerous After-Effects In COVID-19 Survivors
Scientists believe that recovered COVID-19 patients could be faced with some very worrying after-effects.
First Signs Of Decline In New SA COVID-19 Data
For the first time since early March, when South Africa had its first confirmed case of COVID-19, the rate at which cases are increasing daily in the country has started declining.
Stage Four Blues: Tune In Friday As Thousands Of Angry Ozzies Scream Their Heads Off On Their Doorsteps
I reckon South Africans can relate to how the people of Victoria are feeling at present, and perhaps a primal scream is in order.
Lockdown Diaries: Hands Up If You’re Having Sex At The Moment
Studies have yielded some interesting insight into what our sex lives look like during a pandemic.
It’s Going From Bad To Worse Over At Boeing
Boeing has been struggling to claw back profits, and the past few months have seen the financial woes deepen.
Is The Curve Flattening In The Western Cape?
During a provincial government press briefing yesterday, the data presented shows the Western Cape with a steady decline in cases.
Potentially Bad News For Tall People Regarding COVID-19
A study conducted in the UK found that tall people were more at risk of contracting COVID-19.
Six Cape Doctors Take PPE Shortage Into Their Own Hands [Video]
Reliant entirely on donated funds, Masks for Medics provides free personal protective equipment (PPE) to healthcare workers like physios, occupational therapists, carers, doctors, and registered nurses.
Experts On The Difference Between Quarantine And Self-Isolation, And How Long Each Should Last
We’re learning more about the virus as the months roll on, including how long you should self-isolate or quarantine if you think you’ve been exposed.
BBC Reporter Reckons SA’s Low COVID-19 Fatality Rate Might Be Misleading
South Africa’s COVID-19 fatality rate remains lower than in many countries around the world, but perhaps the data doesn’t paint the full picture.
They’re Training Dogs To Smell Coronavirus In Public Places [Video]
Highly trained hounds have proven extremely effective in sniffing out the COVID-19 virus.
How COVID-19 Managed To Get Into North Korea
After months of remaining COVID-19-free, North Korea has reported its first case of the virus.
Bill Gates Addresses Rumours That He Created COVID-19 To Make Money Off The Vaccine
I can’t believe this has to be said, but no, Bill Gates didn’t create the coronavirus to make money, and isn’t using the vaccine to implant tracking devices in people.
“Ramaphosa Is Afraid To Lead” – Criticism Of COVID-19 Response Grows Louder
After another 8PM address, where Ramaphosa announced the closure of public schools and promised to fight corruption (heard this one before), patience is wearing thin.