Chris Hsiung
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Fighting flu season during the COVID-19 pandemic
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Amidst a global pandemic, we must not forget about the other illnesses, diseases and viruses that threaten the health of individuals and the larger community. During the COVID-19 shutdown, non-essential surgeries and medical treatments were put on hold due to the spike in hospitalized coronavirus cases. People were also discouraged from going to the hospital…
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Annual Got Flu talk hosted at Wilfrid Laurier
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On Tuesday, Oct. 29, Wilfrid Laurier University hosted its annual Got Flu seminar, a free event held on the Waterloo campus. The event was open to the public and focused on the influenza virus, how the flu vaccination works and how the flu affects the Waterloo region specifically. “We have this every year, we try…
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Surviving the common cold
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With cold and flu season among us, there are many things that students at Wilfrid Laurier University can think about and pay attention to in order to prevent themselves from getting sick and dealing with cold and flu symptoms. “I would say one of the most important things that you can do as far as…
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Unsigned: Self-care is the most important aspect when you’re sick
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It’s that time of year again; noses are running, there’s a chorus of coughs and the “Laurier plague” is a common topic of conversation. Is your perfect attendance record really worth it when you’re sick? There’s an anxiety that comes from both staying at home and from going to class. If you stay home, it…
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Laurier Film Series continues to push forward much needed conversation
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Last Thursday saw the return of the Laurier Film series ongoing examination of Indigenous cinema with the documentary of Southern Alberta’s hidden Blackfoot history with Chris Tsiung’s Elder in the Making. In past years, the themes of the film series have been notable for their enjoyable diversity, ranging from topics such as world animation to…
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