In an email written to students on Wednesday 23 February the university have offered their revised Covid-19 guidance. Face coverings will no longer be required in university buildings. They asked students and staff to be respectful of an individual’s choice in this matter, as some may wish to continue to wear them. Though self-isolation is no…
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Boris Johnson unmasked at COP26
Boris Johnson was seen unmasked during COP26 events this week. Despite representing the United Kingdom on the world stage, Boris Johnson was unable to commit to basic health measures whilst attending the global summit. Pictures of the prime minister sitting next to a masked David Attenborough have gone viral on the internet, leading many to…
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To mask or not to mask?
After the recent government announcement, the question on everyone’s mind is: to mask or not to mask? We will soon see a palpable divide between those who continue to don the mask, and those who choose to toss it. Statistically, gender plays into this divide. A recent poll showed that 73% of women will continue…
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UEA to offer voluntary testing to all students and provide facemasks
UEA has announced coronavirus testing will be made available to all staff and students working on campus from the beginning of the new semester. Any individuals will be encouraged to sign up for the scheme in the early weeks of the academic year, although testing will not be compulsory for anyone at this stage. Those…
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UEA student distributes thousands of face masks in Norwich
UEA student Songze Chang, an international student from China studying a postgraduate course in global media and economics, has been distributing face masks to elderly and vulnerable people in Norwich. He said that after being asked by an elderly man in a supermarket where he had got his own mask, he wanted to do something…
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Treat yourself!
Three budget-friendly tips to treat yourself this Valentine’s Day As Valentine’s Day approaches, some of us may be feeling the need for some serious self love. However, it can sometimes be difficult to get that special ‘pampered’ feeling for ourselves without tightening the already-tight student budget. That said, there is hope! Here’s a few small-but-simple…
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Face masks: are they worth the fuss?
Face masks, for me, have always been a sociable skin treatment option. I wash my face every morning and night with whatever sensitive face wash was last on offer in Boots. I make sure to cleanse after with some facial toner. And, when my face is feeling oilier than normal, I will sit over a…
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