Staying Healthy
Fear can spread faster than any virus. Here’s how to stop it
The basis of a pandemic is the rapid spread of disease, but feelings of fear and panic can spread even faster than a highly contagious virus. The global reach of modern media, paired with images of empty stores and messages of economic doom, demonstrate how the fear of contagion is inflicting our Read More...
3D printed valves are saving the lives of COVID-19 patients
It is clear that 3D printing will have a big impact on the medical world in the near future. For hospitals in Northern Italy facing rising numbers of COVID-19 cases, the technology is already saving lives. When doctors needed a replacement valve for a reanimation device and the supplier was out, Read More...
Carbon negative distillery shifts its production from booze to hand sanitizers
Some time ago, we’ve written about NYC-based startup Air Co.’s amazing feat of developing the world’s first carbon-negative vodka. Now, amidst an increasing shortage of hand sanitizer across the world, the company has redirected its entire production capacity toward producing the Read More...
Need some at home entertainment? Take one of these virtual tours
Practicing social distancing can feel isolating and even boring, but fortunately, with the help of modern technology, you can still explore some of the world’s best parks, museums, and cultural sites from the comfort of your own home. More and more destinations are offering virtual tours online Read More...
Chris Martin hosts virtual concert to bring fans together online
You can now watch a virtual Coldplay concert put on by lead singer Chris Martin as you practice social distancing. The concert is the first in a “Together, At Home” series put on by the World Health Organization (WHO) and Global Citizen to share music and build community spirit while concerts Read More...
British stores are setting designated shopping times for elderly patrons
Older citizens are most vulnerable to coronavirus, but these residents still need to access critical food supplies. To protect and provide for older citizens, some Iceland supermarkets in the UK are reserving time for senior residents to come shop in peace without the stress and health risks of Read More...
Strategies to make the most of working from home
Whether you work from home year-round or are transitioning as a social distancing measure, a home office presents its own set of challenges. Sure, you don’t have to worry about your morning commute, but you do have to navigate avoiding a kitchen full of snacks, pushing your cat off your keyboard, Read More...
How to talk to your kids about coronavirus
As many schools close to slow the spread of coronavirus, kids will naturally have questions about the disease and its implications. It’s important to be honest and keep your children informed, but not cause panic or fear. So how do you best talk about a pandemic with your children? This week we Read More...
COVID-19: How to be a leader in times of crisis
The unknown peril of COVID-19 is only heaping more stress onto an already stressed workforce. With the virus actively changing the way we live our day-to-day lives, there’s never been a more important time for leaders to step up within their respective companies and apply time-tested principles Read More...
Tips for keeping kids excited about learning, even when they’re not at school
As schools around the world close to slow the spread of coronavirus, many parents may find themselves with the daunting task of keeping their children educated and entertained at home. Today, Denise Pope, a senior lecturer at Stanford University’s Graduate School of Education, shares some of her Read More...