Lonely after lockdown? How COVID may leave us with fewer friends if we are...
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Many of us have been struggling with isolation and loneliness during COVID lockdowns, despite the increase in online interactions.
Amid concerns over lost friendships and social skills, people may be wondering if their social lives will “go...
Why you might feel anxious returning to ‘normal’ after lockdown – and how to...
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As lockdown eases today in New South Wales, and will do so in Victoria later this month, many people will begin readjusting to “normal” life.
Exiting lockdown after several months can lead...
Don’t wear earphones all day – your ears need to breathe
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Wireless earphone sales are booming, with Apple alone selling an estimated 100 million sets of AirPods in 2020. Being untethered from our phones or devices means we are likely to wear earphones for longer...
Can I catch COVID from the pool? Not from the water but watch out...
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As NSW and Victoria speed toward target COVID vaccination rates and the associated relaxation of lockdown rules, many are considering a trip to the local pool in the near future.
Already...
Tired of lockdown rules? Our analysis shows most Australians have curbed mixing and helped...
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Unthinkable in 2019, lockdowns have been a key public health measure to reduce the impact of COVID in Australia. However, lockdowns take a toll on the population, and there is a limit...
Your rights under Victoria’s ‘authorised worker’ vaccine mandate: an expert explains
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Racing to hit vaccination targets and lift the restrictions making Melbourne the world’s most locked-down city, the Victorian government has mandated COVID vaccinations for an estimated 1.25 million of the state’s 3.5...
Reasons For Looking For Affordable Porcelain Veneers
Often, there is a misconception in people that both composite and porcelain veneers are the same. However, that is not the case, porcelain veneers are different from composite veneers. Affordable Porcelain veneers are usually...
Australia’s international borders to reopen from November. It’s one big step towards living with...
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“Australia will be ready for takeoff very soon” said Prime Minister Scott Morrison today as he announced the ban on international travel will be lifted some time next month.
Returning Australian citizens and...
‘Are you double dosed?’ How to ask friends and family if they’re vaccinated, and...
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The weekend is approaching, your fridge is stocked with cheese and you’re eager to organise a COVID-compliant picnic with other fully vaccinated adults which your local rules stipulate. But choose your guests...
Relying only on vaccination in NSW from December 1 isn’t enough – here’s what...
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The latest New South Wales roadmap to recovery outlines a range of freedoms for fully vaccinated people in the state when 80% of those aged 16 and over are vaccinated.
Unvaccinated people will remain...
