India reported 314,835 new cases of COVID-19 yesterday, the highest daily increase ever seen. The previous record was held by the United States, with 297,430 cases in January.
Right now, Australia is seriously lagging in the vaccine rollout. It is critical that over 50s are getting the AstraZeneca vaccine as quickly as possible, and that under 50s are receiving an alternative soon. But going forward, mRNA vaccines such as Pfizer are our best bet – here’s why.
Prof Tony Blakeley, Professor of Epidemiology at the University of Melbourne has broken down what could happen if Australia opens its borders to the rest of the world – describing the situation as a ‘tinderbox’ ready to blow.
According to the American College of Greece, approximately half of the male population have sleep apnea as opposed to one in five women.
It is well known that sleep apnea can leave you feeling tired and grouchy due to a lack of sleep, but a recent study shows that you may also come across as a cranky employee.
Many chronic conditions are linked to each other, which means having one increases your risk for developing another. About 85% of people ages 60 or older have at least one chronic disease, and 60% have at least two.
If you wake up during the night due to shortness of breath, your body might be telling you something about your heart.
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has warned Australians that if international travel restrictions are widely lifted, Australians would have to get used to dealing with “a thousand cases a week or more.” This would end the national cabinet’s goal of zero community transmission.
About one in seven adults are diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, the most common form of dementia. Research shows that those with obstructive sleep apnea – a condition which disrupts your breathing during sleep - have a higher risk of developing cognitive impairment.
