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Since the COVID-19 outbreak has people avoiding each other and maintaining social distances to stay safe, going to the salon or barbershop to get a haircut is out of the question. In many places around the world now, it’s a crime to step out of your home without the proper documentation (for your safety and…

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When I was a kid, we had a strict rule about kicking off our shoes when entering the house. Back then, I thought it was an annoying rule and have mostly not adhered to it as an adult. But following the recommendations of infectious disease specialists regarding COVID-19, the novel coronavirus pandemic sweeping the globe,…

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The novel coronavirus has put a massive strain on the global healthcare system. Hospitals and healthcare facilities around the world are struggling to keep up with the influx of patients coming through their doors, and as the pandemic continues to escalate, hospitals are running low on crucial supplies. One of the most necessary items is…

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When the novel coronavirus pandemic reached the United States, panic ensued. Since the first cases were reported, citizens across the country, who are afraid for their health and safety, have attempted to take matters of protection into their own hands.  This has led to people stockpiling items such as toilet paper, hand sanitizer, and cleaning…

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When a loved one passes away, having the chance to say one last goodbye, get one last look at them, or to give them one last kiss, is an important step in the grieving process. For many, having the opportunity to give a proper funeral and burial to honor the life of the person they…

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COVID-19, the coronavirus pandemic sweeping the globe, is uniquely challenging because the virus is novel. A novel virus is simply a virus that has never been seen before. Because coronavirus is a such a virus, we were not prepared with a cure or vaccine. As a result, doctors and healthcare workers have only been able…

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When the story broke that COVID-19, or coronavirus, had reached the United States, one of the first items to be mass-purchased was hand sanitizer. Following that, people began hoarding the ingredients to make their own hand sanitizer, like aloe vera gel and isopropyl alcohol. Because of the panic buying and hoarding of these products, many…

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Since the first reported case in Wuhan, China, in late 2019, the novel coronavirus has spread across the world at an unprecedented rate. There have now been cases reported on every continent except Antarctica [1]. As the number of severe cases continues to rise, healthcare systems in countries all over the world are under massive…

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As the number of confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus in the United States closes in on sixty thousand, and the death toll continues to rise, citizens across the country are becoming increasingly fearful for the health of themselves and their families. The panic that has ensued has resulted in the spread of misinformation, and…

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Around the world, countless researchers and doctors are scrambling to find an effective treatment to help those suffering from coronavirus recover quicker. Hospital intensive care units (ICU) are being pushed to the breaking point in many cities, and many health officials are desperate to help patients recover quickly from the worst symptoms of the virus….

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Since the coronavirus first began spreading in the Hubei province in China, health officials have been closely monitoring patient symptoms in order to better inform the public of what symptoms to look for in themselves and their loved ones. The virus is a respiratory illness, and the main symptoms reported by patients and clinicians appear…

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The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in the United States has increased exponentially over the last several weeks, resulting in the mandatory closure of all public spaces, restaurants, nightclubs, offices, schools and anywhere else where groups of people might gather. Health officials and governments have asked Americans to stay home and practice social distancing. For…

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