How will the covid-19 pandemic affect the world of work?
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a dramatic loss of human life worldwide and presents an unprecedented challenge to public health, food systems and the world of work.
Is drinking water safe during the covid-19 pandemic?
The COVID-19 virus has not been detected in drinking-water supplies. Based on current evidence, the risk to water supplies is low. Americans can continue to use and drink water from their tap as usual.
Is covid-19 a serious threat to the environment?
COVID-19 is a serious threat and continues to be a major focus of concern, but the global environmental health community also recognizes the persistent environmental threats which will still remain beyond the current pandemic.
Will covid-19 lead to a greener economy?
COVID-19 has caused an economic shock three times worse than the 2008 financial crisis. Europe and emerging markets have been hit hard economically, China has escaped a recession. But the worst could be behind us, and a greener economy could emerge after the pandemic, according to the Chief Economist at IHS Markit. Subscribe here.
How has covid-19 changed your life?
The WHO has now declared the virus, aka COVID-19, a pandemic. COVID-19 has completely changed life, and while many hope those changes are temporary, the pandemic has unearthed weaknesses in the status quo.
How has the pandemic affected people’s health?
And 68\% of respondents said that the pandemic has them paying more attention to certain risk factors for other health issues. That number is even higher (77\%) for those younger respondents, 18-to-34 years old. Some of those risk factors include: Stress, anxiety, depression and mental health (37\%).
How can we address the covid-19 crisis in the workplace?
In the COVID-19 crisis food security, public health, and employment and labour issues, in particular workers’ health and safety, converge. Adhering to workplace safety and health practices and ensuring access to decent work and the protection of labour rights in all industries will be crucial in addressing the human dimension of the crisis.