Health

Hospitals Under Strain: Chile's President Says their 'Healthcare System is Very Close to the Limit'

President Sebastian Pinera said that the country's healthcare system is "very close to the limit" due to the rapid increase of COVID-19 infections.

Health Experts have Warned: Diabetes and COVID-19 Combined Have Killed Young People in Mexico

A new study finds that an epidemic of diabetes among younger people in Mexico means that a lot of them are contracting COVID-19, which could have insinuations for the United States.
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New iOS 13.5 Notifies Users If They've Been Exposed to Coronavirus-Positive Individual

The new patch lets Apple device users know if they've come into close contact with an individual who was infected with COVID-19.

Brazil Now No. 2 in World's COVID-19 Cases Surpassing Russia

The World Health Organization declares South America as the "new epicenter" of the novel coronavirus.

Schools Struggle to Reopen at Limited Capacity While Parents Protest Against It

All across the United States, school officials and staff are coming up with ways to resume class instruction while practicing social distancing.

Health Experts in Mexico Border Cities Concerned About Coronavirus Coming From the U.S.

The United States banned all forms of cross-border travel coming in from other countries through extended powers. Migrants seeking asylum and travelers remained at the border waiting for a hearing at court to be let into the U.S. as coronavirus cases rose from both sides.

Easy and Budget-Friendly Mexican-Inspired Halal and Vegan Recipes You'll Enjoy This Eid al-Fitr

Serve up the best Mexican-inspired dishes everyone will surely love. Eid-al Fitr is one of the most important religious holidays celebrated by the Islamic community.

Corpse at Rio Left for Over 30 Hours as Coronavirus Overtakes Brazil

The body of a 62-year-old resident laid on the sidewalk in the Rio slums 30 hours after he died of breathing complications.

Latina Texas County Leader Faces Political Backlash Over COVID-19 Measures

After taking decisions on COVID-19 initiatives, Lina Hidalgo, a Latina Texas county leader brushed off political criticism. Critiques claimed that she had violated the people's civil liberties.

Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to Refrain From Taking Action If Nursing Homes Under-Identify Coronavirus Cases

In a public government document, the U.S. government is now enabling long-term care facilities to choose not to provide data of COVID-19 deaths and cases that happened before May 6.

Former Health Minister Warns Reopening Mexico’s Economy Can Guarantee Its Own Closure

Dr. Julio Frenk Mora served as the health minister for former President Vicente Fox in the early 2000’s. He criticized the current administration’s move for resuming businesses too soon because it was a sure-fire way to usher a second wave that would eventually lead them to closure again.

CDC Discreetly Posts Detailed Reopening Plan for America on its Website

CDC recommends that bars and restaurants need to consider installing sneeze guards at their registration areas. Public transport workers should close each other row of their buses' seats.

Drug Overdose and Suicide Rates Surging Among People of Color, Study Finds

A recently published report claims deaths caused by alcohol, drugs, and suicide are surging among communities of color.

Hydroxychloroquine Uproar Impedes Valuable Studies On Its Effectivity, Says Researchers

Scientists researching hydroxychloroquine claims the publicity surrounding the drug is hampering studies on whether or not it can be used to treat COVID-19 patients.

Brazil Is Losing Against COVID-19 As Health Officials Record 1,188 Daily Deaths

The country faces dark days as health officials report a dramatic surge in coronavirus cases and deaths in a single day.

How to Overcome Mental Health Issues Brought By The Pandemic

Read on to find out about how you can cope with mental health issues brought by the pandemic. The coronavirus pandemic had caused a lot of changes for many people in the country.
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Brazilian Interim Health Minister Gen. Pazuello to Sign Guidelines for Hydroxychloroquine as Treatment for COVID-19

Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro assigned Gen. Eduardo Pazuello as the interim health minister after oncologist Nelson Teich resigned weeks into the job for reasons he did not disclose.

Medical Workers Struggle with COVID-19 Trauma, Some Have Committed Suicide

Many frontliners have reported a growing sense of unease and anxiety amid their battle against the coronavirus.

Trump Claims Millions of COVID-19 Cases in the US a 'Badge of Honor'

US President Donald Trump believes the world-topping number of coronavirus cases in the country is evidence to the country's aggressive testing.

COVID-19 Sweeps Through Latin America Leaving Thousands Sick and Unemployed

Situations are getting worse by the day with more and more people in Latin America getting affected by the pandemic.