Immunity is a complex system. Our bodies have multiple lines of defence we use against aggressors that can be split into innate and adaptive immunity. Understanding how these systems work can help us better take care of ourselves and ensure long-term effects that will keep us happy and healthy for a long time. Innate immunity […]
It seems as though the lockdowns will never end. As stricter restrictions impact the daily lives of Aussies in many cities, have you considered the impact on your mental health? In this article, we’re going to look at a few lockdown hacks to turn the new lockdown into a more positive experience. NOTE: This article […]
If there’s one thing that has spread faster than the coronavirus itself, it is the terms associated with it. Social distancing and physical distancing are part of our everyday lives and have dictated every move we made in 2020. Both words mean the same thing but physical distancing is more descriptive because it implies that […]
Sanitisation, social distancing and quarantine are some of the words that have become synonymous with the year gone by, all due to the spread of COVID-19. You may have been subjected to a home quarantine or know of someone who has had to undergo this form of social isolation. While it might be harsh, a […]
We know you know what FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) is. It’s that niggling feeling that many people get when they’re at home on a weekend, scrolling through Instagram or Facebook – that their friends are leading better, fuller and more exciting lives than they are. But that was in 2019. Enter the new face […]
Over the last few weeks, social media has been filled with pictures and videos of people working out at home so that they don’t upset their exercise routine. For all of us, the biggest disruption has been to our work lives followed by our fitness and social lives. If you’ve been missing your group fitness […]
The unbelievably fast spread of the Coronavirus COVID-19 has engendered an almost-as-fast rumour mill of myths about coronavirus and how to protect yourself and how to tell if you have been infected. With the deep penetration of social media in all homes and devices, it’s easy to fall prey to incorrect information. In this article, Avaana breaks […]
The birth of a new and highly infectious virus that has spread across the world, shutting down cities and forcing people into their homes – it sounds like the plot of a Hollywood movie, but unfortunately it is the new reality we find ourselves in today. Because of COVID-19, most people find themselves at home, either […]
With the news of more and more reported cases of coronavirus appearing around the world every day, it is natural to be anxious and nervous. However, there is also a considerable amount of misinformation surrounding COVID-19, which leading to rumours and sensationalism. Here’s what you need to know about coronavirus and all the related coronavirus […]
