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We take a closer look at how the healthcare industry is faring. You’ll find everything you need to know about working in this sector, including the types of jobs available …
How to make a first aid kit
If you’re trying to find a guide on how to make a first aid kit, look no further. We’ve outlined everything you need to know about why first aid is …
Category: Healthcare & Medicine
What is the impact of trauma on mental health?
Explore what trauma is, how it affects psychological wellbeing, and how it can be coped with – both for individuals and healthcare workers.
Category: Healthcare & Medicine, Wellbeing & Mindfulness
How to stay in touch during lockdown
Global lockdown measures have seen us spend more time apart from our loved ones than ever before. We've outlined the best ways to keep in touch with people of all …
Category: Coronavirus, Current Issues, General
Nine ways to promote positive youth mental health during lockdown
If you live with a young person struggling to navigate feelings of low mood or depression during the coronavirus pandemic, read these nine practical steps you can take to help …
How well has Africa managed COVID-19?
Discover how African healthcare systems have exceeded expectations in their response to the coronavirus pandemic.
Category: Coronavirus, Educator Interviews, Healthcare & Medicine
What is the wider impact of coronavirus on society?
Hear from LSHTM academic, Professor Martin Mckee, on what society may look like post-pandemic and what the world might learn from this experience.
Category: Coronavirus, Current Issues
Sharia and Islamic law: religious worship during the COVID-19 pandemic
What happens when a religious community can no longer physically meet to worship? Hear from University of Edinburgh academic, Dr Yahya Barry, on how Islamic law has responded to social …
Category: Coronavirus, Current Issues, Learning
30 fun things to do if your summer holiday has been cancelled
If your 2020 vacation has been put on hold, don’t worry. We’ve got a list of great ideas to keep you engaged and energised through the summer months.
Category: Coronavirus, Current Issues, Learning
What connects deforestation and COVID-19?
Explore the link between the destruction of forests and natural ecosystems and the emergence of new diseases in humans.
Category: Coronavirus, Current Issues
How to stay healthy during lockdown
Our guide on how to stay healthy during lockdown looks at some ways to keep on top of your mental and physical wellbeing.
Can we model the coronavirus pandemic?
Explore what mathematical modelling can – and can't – tell us about how the COVID-19 pandemic will develop.
Category: Coronavirus, Current Issues
Coronavirus courses for keyworkers
Browse our full list of courses specifically created for healthcare professionals and keyworkers responding to the coronavirus pandemic.
Category: Coronavirus, Current Issues, Digital Skills, Healthcare & Medicine, Learning, Teaching
What to do if you’ve been made unemployed due to coronavirus
Explore the ways you can support yourself – both financially and mentally – if you've recently lost your job.
Category: Coronavirus, General, Job Market
How to save money while self-isolating
We’re all staying home as much as possible at the moment, so why not save money while we’re at it? We’ve got the lowdown on the best lockdown money-saving tips.
Category: Coronavirus, Current Issues
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