By Menaka Indrakumar | Sunday Observer

By Menaka Indrakumar

Myths and theories on vaccines and Covid-19 potential effect on the vaccine debate
Since the pandemic outbreak in 2020, the whole world went into lockdown for months. By dawn of 2021, several countries, researchers and scientists found vaccinations to combat the Covid-19 virus. Myths and theories were formed and debated. Concerns were raised by many over the vaccines. Anti-vaxers protested about choice and vaccination. Activists, volunteers and front...
26 September, 2021
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Elba couldn’t save the movie
Beast starring Idris Elba is a doctor/single father. He is on holiday to thestunning yet dangerous safari locations of South...
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People are his inspiration
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Discover yourself first and then start discovering the world
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Be proud of yourself
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International Youth Day tomorrow : Be engaged, empowered and activated
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Creating healthy products rooted in nature
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The Saree Story
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