A note from the editor There has arguably never been a time when human health has been higher up the agenda than now. That is why I am pleased to announce that my colleagues have been working on not one, but two health-related publications that we hope you will find both fascinating and useful. “Human health is a big subject, … News
Health How likely are you to be infected by the coronavirus on a flight? Face coverings and filtered air could help minimise risk of catching the coronavirus on a flight Is it safe to fly with the coronavirus still circulating? That depends partly on where you are. But while hard evidence is scarce, it appears the risk of being infected with the coronavirus during a flight is relatively low. … News
Health Why some people can’t wear a face covering to stop the coronavirus Not everyone can wear a face covering Do you get angry when you see someone without a face covering? They might have a good reason to avoid one, even if it isn’t obvious. Despite claims to the contrary, face coverings don’t reduce the amount of oxygen in the blood or raise the level of carbon … News
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Health How defining women as baby-makers backfired spectacularly on science In Guynecology, Rene Almeling argues that moving away from gendered ideas about reproduction could improve our health and transform our societies Culture
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