Tag: Pandemic fear

Vanquishing Variants

February 14, 2021

Do we need to fear different variants of the SARS-CoV-2 virus? One of the most basic concepts students of Virology learn is that virus mutation is an evolutionary process which affects a virus’ chances of survival. Lethal viruses render their hosts too unwell for human contact, limiting the virus’ ability for ongoing transmission. Milder viruses, … More Vanquishing Variants

Media Servings

October 1, 2020

An interesting lesson for me in 2020 was recognising the role that mainstream media play in impacting our responses significantly.  Months ago when I turned off all mainstream news it led me to Twitter, where I somehow discovered various scientists, sociologists, analysts etc, discussing things on a more even level that didn’t promote fear and … More Media Servings