Author Archives: Health

Doctor, hospital groups have created a roadmap for keeping essential surgeries during a COVID-19 surge

The recent resurgence of COVID-19 has many states near or at bed and intensive care unit capacity, and healthcare facilities’ ability to meet the ongoing needs of surgical patients may be stressed by new influxes of coronavirus patients admitted to healthcare facilities. To ensure healthcare organizations, physicians and nurses remain prepared to meet these demands… Read More »

Rugby Injuries Last Long After Pros, Amateurs Stop Playing: Study

SATURDAY, Aug. 15, 2020 — Injuries can continue to plague rugby players long after they retire, a new study finds. Researchers examined injuries suffered by 254 retired elite and amateur rugby players and competitors in non-contact sports, such as cricket. The athletes were 21 to 82 years of age. Compared to athletes who played non-contact… Read More »

When sugar gum trees inspire a dream

Two very large sugar gum trees and a move toward sustainable living inspired the design focus for the affectionately named Sugar Gum House in South Australia. Nestled in the hilly terrain surrounding Willunga, Sugar Gum House captures enchanting views across the McLaren Vale wine region to the sea beyond. It presents a sculptural simplicity through… Read More »

Fleece neck gaiters and bandanas are least effective at stopping COVID-19 droplets, study finds

Article content continued A laser beam is expanded vertically by a cylindrical lens and shined through slits in the enclosure. The camera is located at the back of the box, a hole for the speaker in the front. The inset shows scattering for water particles from a spray bottle with the front of the box… Read More »