Category: The Conversation

  Coronavirus provides a chance to re-assess our values

  here’s how the government can aid recovery

Over 30 countries today are making people wear masks in public, despite serious doubts from scientists.

By Nic Geard

  Mauritius preserved its social welfare system even during structural reforms in the 1970s. It is now better prepared than most nations for the health and economic impact

  and British overlords’ indifference strengthened the anti-colonial movement

  Ending pandemic restrictions too early could cause a second wave of disease

  À La Réunion, la culture du risque a contribué à la mise en place rapide du confinement. Mais les mesures valables pour l’Hexagone ravivent dans l’île les

  Your mobile internet bandwidth is shared with others in your area. That’s why many people trying to access the iternet at the same time results in slower

  An expert sorts through the confusion

  The Conversation

  How infectious is it? Will you always have a fever? Shutterstock

  For a start, there are four behaviours you want to avoid

  Stress and boredom might see us drinking more alcohol at home in the coming weeks and months. But there are alternatives

  You may have a confirmed diagnosis of COVID-19, or just suspect you have it. Either way, if you have mild to moderate symptoms, treat them as you