Coronavirus Murals

Inside the world of pandemic-inspired street art

There is no aspect of life the COVID-19 pandemic has not affected and the art and culture scene is no exception. Street artists all over the world have ventured out into quiet streets and left behind vibrant, thought-provoking, amusing commentary on the crisis with many depicting front-line NHS workers as the real heroes in this crisis.

Read more here

The Postcard Project

Coronavirus is arguably the biggest challenge of this generation, causing loss and suffering to millions across the world. But the country stands united, despite global isolation on an unprecedented scale. Essential workers have put their own lives at risk to keep the country going and care for those who are suffering.

The postcard project has been set up to help document people’s first hand accounts of the Coronavirus pandemic. Read more about the project here.

The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition

Dementia: eating plenty of apples, berries and tea linked to lower risk – new research

We are often advised to eat more fruit and vegetables, and for good reason. Many of the nutrients found in fruits and vegetables are responsible for numerous health benefits, in particular preventing a wide range of diseases, including heart disease and diabetes. New research now suggests that diets high in flavonoids, a group of compounds found in foods such as citrus fruit, berries, apples, legumes, tea and red wine, can lower your risk of dementia.

Reach for an apple and read the study here

Working From Home

Zoom fatigue: how to make video calls less tiring

Many phrases have entered our vocabulary as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and lockdown “Zoom fatigue” refers to the mental exhaustion associated with online video conferencing.

Read here for advice on how to get the most out of online video conferencing

Statistics

Personal and economic wellbeing in Great Britain: May 2020

This report from the Office for National Statistics looks across personal and economic wellbeing during the period October 2019 to April 2020. It aims to understand the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on people and households in Great Britain.

Read the report here

Health and Wellbeing

May is Living Streets’ National Walking Month

Walking is a great way to stay both physically and mentally fit. Now more than ever, during the COVID-19 pandemic, it is incredibly important to keep active, both for our own wellbeing and to avoid storing up health problems for ourselves and the NHS in the future. Living Streets, the UK charity for everyday walking, is laying down a challenge, #TRY20, for us all to try walking for 20 minutes each day and feel the benefits.

For tips and advice from Living Streets on how to keep your walks interesting and safe during lockdown click here