social distancing

New study claims two-metre rule is based on ‘outdated’ science as sneeze droplets can travel eight metres

The two-metre rule is based on "outdated" science because there is evidence that coronavirus droplets can travel up to 8m (26ft) when someone sneezes or shouts, researchers have claimed. Social…

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Malta: Open-air cinema in Ġnien Laparelli, Valletta

Between the 25th and the 28th of June, Valletta will offer a number of activities including an Open Cinema in Laparelli Garden. The Chairman of the Valletta Cultural Agency Jason…

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Distancing and face masks found most effective means of protection

Keeping at least one metre apart and wearing face masks and eye protection are the best ways to cut the risk of COVID-19 infection, according to the largest review to date of studies on coronavirus disease transmission. In a review that pooled evidence from 172…

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Malta: 47 fined over Floriana celebrations

Following the celebrations by Floriana FC supporters on Monday evening, the Police issued a total of 47 fines to individuals who were not observing social distancing measures. Source: Newsbook Updated…

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Social distancing in US crucial to prevent tens of millions of infections – Report

A new study found that social distancing worked to limit the spread of coronavirus in the United States and may have prevented tens of millions of infections. The study, published…

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Social distancing practices might lead to new reality for office locations

In the world of social distancing, many of the world’s office workers have not seen their desks for weeks. But when coronavirus lockdowns finally ease, there may be fewer desks…

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Why social distancing works

Dr Robin Thompson, Junior Research Fellow in Mathematical Epidemiology at the University of Oxford, explains through ITV News why social distancing works. Dr Thompson explains that Social distancing works because…

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Photo Story: Social distancing in India

Belongings are kept by people to secure their respective places in circles painted to maintain social distancing while waiting to get food distributed by a religious organisation during the nation-wide…

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