COVID-19
34 Articles
, 22 videos
COVID-19 and its Minions
January 4, 2023
COVID-19's Impact on Entrepreneurship
December 30, 2022
Of Cottagecore, Isolation and Universal Themes: How we Dealt with the Lockdown
December 21, 2022
Conspiracy Theories and Traditional Medicine
December 14, 2022
Influencers and the COVID-19 Pandemic
December 7, 2022
Religious Beliefs: Barriers or Facilitators of the COVID-19 Vaccination?
December 5, 2022
Total Vaccine Doses Given in Sudan
November 2, 2022
The COVID-19 Vaccines Cold Chain (Part 2)
November 1, 2022
In part two of our interview with the Secretary of the Cold Chain Warehouse in the Central Warehouse for Vaccines Mr. Salah El-Din Al-Aqib, he continues to explain the proper handling and storing of the vaccine, and gives more details about the sequence of procedures followed to ensure the quality of the vaccine from the time of its arrival in Sudan until its distribution.
The COVID-19 Vaccines Cold Chain (Part 1)
October 19, 2022
Some people have many questions and doubts about the quality, validity, and storage methods of vaccines in Sudan. This is part I of our interview with the Secretary of the Cold Chain Warehouse in the Central Warehouse for Vaccine Conservation Mr. Salah El-Din Al-Aqib, where he explained the proper handling and storing of the vaccine and detailed the sequence of the procedures followed to ensure the quality of the vaccine from the time of its arrival in Sudan until its distribution.
COVID-19 Effect on the Skin
October 11, 2022
Patients with COVID-19 are liable to primary or secondary skin illness. Skin reactions may occur in various ways; from rashes to dryness or pimples. That’s why we have spoken with the dermatologist Namarq Fadl Al-Sayed about the effects of COVID-19 on different types of skin.
COVID-19 and Cancer
September 26, 2022
The pandemic abruptly disrupted cancer care, and the impact of these disruptions on patients has caused tribulations that accompanied treatment and outcomes differed by cancer stage, and they're considered more vulnerable to complications and at higher risk when infected with COVID-19. In this interview with Dr. Abeer Omer, Oncologist and Medical Director of Khartoum Hospital, she speaks on the impact of COVID-19 on people with cancer, specifically lung cancer patients, and debunks false rumors regarding both diseases.
How to Stop Monkeypox from Becoming the Next Pandemic
September 20, 2022
After the WHO declared the Monkeypox outbreak a global health emergency, and with our experience with COVID-19, being proactive in taking safety precautions is imperative for the sake of ourselves, our families, and our communities. Here are the ways to help us prevent the spread of Monkeypox in Sudan.
COVID-19 impact on Hair
September 13, 2022
Long-term side effects following COVID-19 infection have caused multiple symptoms, from loss of taste and smell to brain fog and fatigue. Hair loss has also been listed as a common symptom, and recently some controversy has arisen over some cases complaining about hair loss after COVID-19 vaccination. Yet, it has not been proven that the COVID-19 vaccine is a definitive cause of hair loss. Learn more from the dermatologist Namarig Fadl Alseed on associating COVID-19 and the vaccine with hair loss and treatment.
Open Day at a Mobile vaccination Center
September 7, 2022
Since there is still a lingering lack of public confidence in the vaccine, healthcare professionals are accumulating efforts to reach vaccine-hesitant citizens. We have documented an open day at the Mobile Vaccination Campaign, an initiative of the General Administration of Health Promotion that seeks to address residents' questions and concerns about COVID-19 vaccines, build vaccine confidence, provide the vaccine and all resources for the public to make an informed decision about getting the vaccine.
COVID-19, Monkeypox, and the Racial Undertones
September 4, 2022
Countering COVID-19 Rumors on Social Media
September 1, 2022
Millions of people now interact on social media to exchange information, creating a significant impact on our knowledge stock. Hence, spreading rumors, conspiracy theories, and misinformation about COVID-19 can assist in denying its existence and contribute to vaccine hesitancy. Watch the pharmacist Zainab Alnoush respond to some of the COVID-19 rumors circulating on social media. Comment with the most unusual rumor you know about COVID-19 and vaccination.
Gender Disparity: What COVID-19 Taught Us About Women's Health
August 28, 2022
COVID-19 and Diabetes
August 26, 2022
Patients with diabetes have been in the spotlight since the early phase of the pandemic, with the occurrence of many rumors and misconceptions that diabetics might be at higher risk of severe outcomes of COVID-19 and its vaccines. Dr. Mohamed Alfatih, the Internal Medicine and Diabetes Specialist clarifies the misconceptions and debunks the rumors about Covid-19 and diabetes.
Travel and Fake COVID-19 Cards
August 23, 2022
After the pandemic hit worldwide, travel restrictions were put into action to limit the spread of the virus. Some people looked for ways around the system, overlooking the health consequences that will fall upon everyone. Watch Mr. Khader Huessin speak on the impact of forging vaccination certificates on society.
COVID-19 and Income Generation Projects
August 12, 2022
We are all familiar with the negative effects of the pandemic, especially on fragile societies and economies. But the displaced people of Wawsi village portrayed an example of the positive side of fighting the virus, in a successful attempt to recover from the floods of 2019 while fighting the pandemic in 2020.
COVID19 is Real but its Vaccination Certificate Might Not Be
August 10, 2022
The Ape Take Over: What is with the Monkey Rash?
July 31, 2022
Medical Professionals on the Validity of the COVID-19 Pandemic
July 26, 2022
In order to curb the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic, we irrespective of our professions must adhere to the standard operating procedures as a way of protecting ourselves and all those whom we get in contact with.
Artists and the Pandemic
July 23, 2022
The measures put in place to curb the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic had a huge impact on creatives. The disruption triggered Aswat al Madina to create more music.
COVID-19 and Pilgrimage
July 19, 2022
One of the five pillars of Islam central to Muslim belief is Hajj, the pilgrimage to Mecca that every Muslim must make at least once in their lifetime if they are able. However the COVID19 pandemic forced the world into a halt and many could not travel last year, leading to frustration
The difference between a pandemic, an epidemic and an endemic
July 5, 2022
The difference between an epidemic, a pandemic, and an endemic terms that COVID-19 has introduced us to
COVID-19 vaccines and Men’s Reproductive Health
June 26, 2022
Dr. Mina Nabil shares facts about #COVID19 vaccines and men's reproductive health.
Around Jabra Isolation Center
June 15, 2022
The life around Covid-19 isolation centers and the risks of practicing social activities without the necessary health precautions.
A Day at Jabra Isolation Center
June 10, 2022
Stories from the frontline care workers at Jabra Isolation Center in Sudan describing their tribulations throughout the #COVID19 pandemic.
COVID-19 Variants
June 1, 2022
It is impossible to predict what will happen next in the pandemic. In this video, you will learn about the various COVID-19 variants that have ravaged Sudan and the world.
Religious practices during the pandemic
May 23, 2022
Faith is an anchor during uncertain times, and religious practices bring people together and maximize the feeling of security. But what if togetherness started to impose a danger on your health? In this video, we find out how the Sudanese Christian community dealt with precautions during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Two Should Be Enough. What is with the Third?
May 22, 2022
Dr. Mina Nabil Debunks Vaccine Myths
May 17, 2022
Does the Covid-19 vaccine cause infertility and affect pregnancy, breastfeeding, and the menstrual cycle?
Dr. Mina Nabil, Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Fertility specialist, debunks the myths and misconceptions
A Small Needle: the Trials and Tribulations of a Vaccine
May 10, 2022
Education in the time of Corona
April 28, 2022
The pandemic changed many things like the education system that we previously took for granted. In this video, we ask teachers, students, and parents how the pandemic impacted them and how they managed to navigate the uncertain times.