If you have ever dreamt of redesigning your kitchen, you’ve probably drooled over pictures of deep-basined, spacious farmhouse sinks. Farmhouse sinks have a rustic, old world feel and they’ve been a trendy kitchen item for several years now, but there…
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Here’s how a COVID-19 vaccine would actually work
We’ve been wearing masks and socially distancing for months now because of the coronavirus, but an end in sight came a step closer. U.S. drug company Pfizer and German partner BioNTech SE announced that early analysis of their Covid-19 vaccine…
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Here's how to save jeans that are too stretched out
There’s nothing more frustrating when it comes to your wardrobe than your favorite pair of jeans getting too stretched out to hold their original shape. This can happen from wearing them repeatedly and from washing them in a manner than…
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Has working from home left you working longer hours? Here’s how to get things under control
According to a new study, the average UK worker has put in an extra 59 hours of work (the equivalent of seven days) over the last five months. It’s strange to think how much has changed in 2020 when it…
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Could coronavirus cause a better flu season? Maybe. Here’s why.
Flu season is approaching, but some medical experts say it’s possible this year’s may shape up to be milder than initially feared. The unlikely reason? The coronavirus pandemic. As people in many parts of the country protect themselves from COVID-19…
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Medical research is broken: Here’s how we can fix it
Every year, around US$200 billion (£150 billion) is spent globally on health research. Meanwhile, millions of people volunteer their time to be participants in health studies. Despite all the resources that go into creating medical research, though, there is a…
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Vaccines often degrade in the heat: Here’s how our new chemical ‘casing’ could save lives
Amid unpredictable outbreaks, and fears of a second wave, the hunt is on for a vaccine against COVID-19. The reason for this is simple: vaccines work. They save lives and economies. For example, there were 11.6 million smallpox cases reported…
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The FDA may approve a COVID-19 vaccine before trials are complete. Here’s what you need to know
With six million active cases and more than 180,000 deaths arising from COVID-19, as well as historic 32.9 percent economic contraction (via NPR), it’s no wonder that the government is scanning the horizon for signs of relief. But what is…
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Here’s who should wear face masks at home, according to experts
We hear you that face masks are a downright pain, particularly if they don’t fit properly. At the same time, masks, social distancing, and hand washing are the only known deterrents against the pandemic. And the facts are scary: Johns Hopkins…
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Here’s the real difference between freckles and moles
Sometimes moles, or what we think are moles, can add unexpected anxiety around our health. Whether you’re someone who has always had a few of these dark spots, or are seeing new ones pop up over time, they can be…
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