Tag: Pandemic
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Science History: Patient Zero and the SARS Outbreak That Shaped Modern Epidemiology
Introduction: A Quiet Outbreak That Began a Global Effort In late 2002 and into 2003, health authorities faced a mystery that would soon redefine how the world detects and responds to emerging infectious diseases. What began as two cases of an “atypical pneumonia” in Guangdong province, China, escalated into a worldwide health alert. The search…
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COVID-19’s Impact on Adolescent Smoking: A Scoping Review
Overview The COVID-19 pandemic reshaped adolescent life, with school closures, social isolation, and heightened stress potentially altering smoking behaviors among youths. This article summarizes what a recent scoping review found about how the pandemic affected smoking initiation, cessation, and nicotine dependence in teenagers, and what it means for public health policy and future research. What…
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The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on smoking in adolescents: a scoping review
Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic brought sweeping changes to daily life, schooling, family dynamics, and stress levels for adolescents worldwide. These disruptions intersected with tobacco and nicotine use in complex ways, potentially affecting smoking initiation, cessation, and addiction trajectories. This article synthesizes evidence from a scoping review that maps what is known about how the pandemic…
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The Impact of COVID-19 on Adolescent Smoking: A Scoping Review
Introduction Worldwide, the COVID-19 pandemic reshaped adolescent health and risky behaviors, including tobacco use. Lockdowns, remote schooling, and social distancing altered peer influence, access to products, and stress levels—factors likely to affect smoking initiation, cessation, and nicotine dependence among youths. This article summarizes a scoping review that maps what is known about how the pandemic…
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Frankenstein Covid Variant XFG Stratus: What You Need to Know
A new Covid-19 variant on the radar Public health officials are monitoring a recently identified Covid-19 variant designated XFG Stratus, with the media nickname Frankenstein due to its recombinant origins. The World Health Organization (WHO) has placed XFG Stratus under close observation as its share of infections grows in several regions. In France, Santé publique…
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Emotional Tribute at The Town 2025: Backstreet Boys Flag
Heartfelt Tribute at The Town 2025 The Town 2025 festival kicked off its second weekend at the Autódromo de Interlagos in São Paulo with an emotionally charged moment that resonated with many attendees. A passionate writer took center stage as he honored his late friend, who tragically lost her life during the pandemic, by carrying…
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Stratus: The New COVID Threat to Watch
Understanding the Stratus Variant of COVID-19 COVID-19 continues to pose a significant threat, especially to individuals with weakened immune systems or pre-existing conditions. As the pandemic evolves, new variants emerge, and one of the latest is the Stratus variant. Understanding its symptoms and knowing how to respond appropriately are crucial for everyone. Symptoms of the…
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The Resurgence of COVID Cases: An Autumn Phenomenon
The Surge in COVID Cases As autumn settles in, the world is witnessing a concerning rise in confirmed COVID-19 cases. Over the past week, there has been a staggering 76% increase in reported infections. This sharp uptick in cases raises questions about the implications for public health as children return to classrooms and adults resume…
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A Normal Norwegian Boy: A Struggle with Mental Health
In a quaint neighborhood of Stavanger, an 18-year-old boy known for his bright smile and amiable nature became the unexpected focus of a heartbreaking story. This boy, described by his family as a quintessentially ‘normal Norwegian lad,’ fondly engaged in sports, spent weekends hiking in the breathtaking fjords, and enjoyed countless hours with his friends.…