One of Dickson’s prescriptions for Covid lists ivermectin, but a cocktail of other drugs: azithromycin (an antibiotic), prednisone (a steroid), dutasteride (which treats prostate enlargement), spironolactone (a diuretic), bromhexine (used in cough syrup), apixaban (an anticoagulant), and vitamin D. Source link
Day: June 8, 2021
The Carmelite nuns are a cloistered and ascetic order, living largely in silence. They do not leave the monastery, except when necessary, such as to see a doctor. The nuns only speak if it is essential, leaving more time for contemplation and prayer. Source link
Italy’s birth rate is at its lowest since 1861 and Covid-19 has made it harder to start a family. Source link
Thailand depends on its tourism sector, and normally welcomes 14 million visitors annually. But Covid-19 saw visitor numbers plunge to just four million last year. In the key resort of Phuket, mass vaccinations are being organised ahead of this year’s tourist season. As part of our My Work, My Future […]
The Covid-19 pandemic has hit labour markets around the world, affecting under-30s the most. More than 600 million people aged 15-24 are estimated to be out of work. Young women have been most affected, according to the International Labour Organization. The BBC’s gender and identity reporter, Megha Mohan, has been […]
Two mothers, one Palestinian and one Israeli, whose sons died as a result of the conflict, have been united in friendship after sharing their grief and common desire for peace. Layla says her baby son Qusay died after he became sick when Israeli soldiers threw tear gas into her village […]
As India continues to battle a devastating second surge – there have been claims that young children and teenagers are more affected than before. But are they? Shruti Menon from BBC Reality Check goes through the numbers. My World makes videos on global issues for teenagers. Produced by Shruti Menon […]
Members of her own Democratic party meanwhile assail her for advising against illegal immigration. Source link
Iran-backed militias suspected of attacking US-led forces in Iraq pose a deadly threat to civilians. Source link
ProPublica claims billionaires, including Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk, pay minimal or no income tax. Source link