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High vitamin D levels may protect against COVID-19, especially for Black people: study

Monday, March 22, 2021
As people begin to soak up more of the springtime sun, the rays may offer more than just a reprieve from cabin fever. A new study finds that COVID-19 patients, particularly Black patients, with high vitamin D levels may have a lower risk of being infected with COVID-19. continue reading

Alberta Enhanced COVID-19 Business Benefit

Saturday, March 20, 2021
The benefit will provide funding to businesses that have experienced a revenue reduction of at least 60%. Payments will be calculated based on 15% of the eligible business’s monthly revenue, up to a maximum of $10,000. continue reading

Covid-19 infection with hardly any symptoms – thanks to the tanning bed?

Friday, March 19, 2021
This may be thanks to some artificial UVb-radiation from a tanning bed, which has provided a decent vitamin D level. continue reading

INSUFFICIENT SUNLIGHT, HYPERTENSION (HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE).

Friday, March 19, 2021
Hypertension is serious, and a major cause of death, which is inversely associated to sun exposure. Therefore, regular, non-burning sun exposure can provide one of the best protections against this insidious disease. continue reading

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