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COVID-19 Infections Rise Among South African Students

Students in South Africa are worried about the new Omicron variant identified in the country. The rise in the number of infections among the students have led to the postponement of tests and exams, as explained by Nhlanhla Africa Maphosa, a student at Tshwane University of Technology. “It was just last week when they checked stats then they realized that so many students are affected by COVID-19 at the main campus, which led to the postponement of tests and exams. It’s just that even though we have the stats we are not that sure what number of people are affected and other stuff. But, what we can say is that a high level, or a high percentage, of students have got COVID-19,” he said.

Although it is not yet clear if the new variant causes more serious illness, many students are urging colleagues to vaccinate.

“I’m trying to encourage them so that they can vaccinate, so they can stay away from coronavirus because it’s there, it’s killing people and now numbers are rising. When we are watching TV we can see that people are getting coronavirus, so they must vaccinate,” urged Manqoba Zitha, a former student at Tshwane University of Technology.

This university was identified as a hotspot of infections but there are other areas affected too, according to officials.

“There is an increase in the number of new COVID-19 cases. I remember that normally in the last two weeks, we had about below 50 cases per day. Now that has increased to over 300 cases confirmed per day. So that tells you that the numbers are really increasing. The hotspot areas would be TUT West Campus, Hatfield, Soshanguve and Mamelodi. So those areas are of concern. What we can say clearly is that the numbers are rising in Tshwane particularly in the areas that we’ve mentioned. However, we cannot at this stage confirm whether the new variant is a factor in this increase,” said Sipho Stuurman, spokesperson for the City of Tshwane.

The new variant is thought to be highly transmissible but health professionals have yet to establish if it causes more severe disease.

SOURCE: AfricaNews WI

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Renowned Journalist Appointed Bahamas Ambassador to the U.S.

One of the most accomplished journalists in The Bahamas has been appointed as the next Bahamas Ambassador to the United States by the newly-elected Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) government headed by Prime Minister Philip “Brave” Davis. Wendall K. Jones, CEO of Jones Communications, is scheduled to soon assume his duties in Washington, D.C., as The Bahamas’ top diplomat in the U.S. For the past three decades, Jones has pioneered the creation of enterprises which have changed the face of Journalism and Communications in The Bahamas. Jones Communications is a media conglomerate that includes a television station, JCN Channel 14; a radio station, LOVE-97; The Bahama Journal newspaper; and Jones Publications, publishers of several Bahamian books.

Publications include The Bahamas’ best-selling book, “The One Hundred Most Outstanding Bahamians of The 20th Century” as well as its compendium, “Bahamian Legends” Volumes I and II. He also produced books on “The Parliament” and “Independence And Beyond” for the government of The Bahamas.

Jones began his career as a journalist with The Broadcasting Corporation of The Bahamas (BCB) in 1972. His training took him to the University of the West Indies, Cave Hill campus in Barbados; WTVJ (Channel 4) Miami, Florida; and The Voice of America, Washington, D.C.

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It’s Not Too Late for Your Flu Shot

Submitted by AmeriHealth Caritas District of Columbia

Millions of people get the flu each year. The flu is worse than the common cold and can bring symptoms like fever, chills, aches, sore throat and cough, and fatigue. It can cause infections of the ears and nose passages. It can even bring serious problems like pneumonia and inflammatory conditions. But there is a way we can often protect ourselves against this virus. We can get a flu vaccine each year.1

December 5 to 11 is National Influenza Vaccination Week. December is not too late to get your flu shot! Receiving a flu vaccine lowers your chance of getting the flu by about half. They are not only the best way to help protect yourself against the flu — they also help protect those dear to you. If you spend time with young children or older adults, who are more vulnerable to the flu, getting a flu shot each year is very important.1

Who should get the flu shot?

Almost everyone age 6 months or older should get a new flu vaccine each year. The virus that causes the flu changes over time, so researchers develop a new vaccine every year to keep pace. Each year’s vaccine extends our protection against older flu viruses, and helps protect us against new ones.1

Some people are more vulnerable to the harmful effects of the flu. They have more risk of developing complications from getting sick with the flu. For these people, it’s especially important to get a flu shot each year. They include:1 • Pregnant women • Children younger than age 5 • Adults age 65 years and older • People with long-term health conditions, like asthma, diabetes, or cancer

Who should not get the flu shot?

Children who are younger than age 6 months should not yet get a flu shot. Also, anyone who is currently sick may need to wait until they return to health before getting the vaccine.1

If you have had an allergic reaction to the flu vaccine in the past, or you are allergic to eggs or gelatin, talk with your primary care provider (PCP) before getting the vaccine. Also talk with your PCP if you have had Guillain-Barré Syndrome. This is a disorder of the immune system.1

The information in this document is to help you learn more about this topic. It is not to take the place of your health care provider. If you have questions, talk with your health care provider. If you think you need to see your health care provider because of something you have read in this information, please contact your health care provider. Never stop or wait to get medical attention because of something you have read in this material.

Sources:

1.“Flu (Influenza),” Vaccines.gov, https://www.vaccines.gov/diseases/flu. 2.“Misconceptions About Seasonal Flu and Flu Vaccines,” Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, https:// www.cdc.gov/flu/prevent/misconceptions.htm.

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Myth or Fact? Truths About the Flu #BestMe

Myth or fact? Flu vaccines can cause the flu.

Myth! What’s true is that a flu vaccine can leave some people with side effects, which are most often mild. They are not the flu itself. These side effects include:1 • Pain, swelling, or redness in the place of the shot • Fever • Headache • Muscle aches • Upset stomach

Myth or fact? It’s better to get the flu than a flu shot.

Myth! It’s safer to get a flu vaccine than to risk serious health problems from getting the flu. Any person with the flu has some risk of developing a health complication. These can become serious enough to cause a hospital stay or death. Of all people, young children, older adults, and people with some long-term health conditions have the most risk of the flu becoming serious.2

Myth or fact? Stomach flu is different from the flu.

Fact! The flu is a respiratory illness. But some people say “stomach flu” to refer to sickness with digestive symptoms, like nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea. Many different germs, like viruses, bacteria, and parasites can cause these digestive symptoms. It’s rare that these symptoms come from having the flu virus.2

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