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Faculty members in the Faculty of Health have been commenting on various aspects of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Twitter, Facebook, Shopify – these are just a few examples of large companies that have indicated that even after the pandemic, their employees will continue to work from home.

A new study will explore how people of different ages perceive the risk of getting COVID-19.

Before the pandemic, when we occupied the same physical space as others, we paid little attention to them. Now, under the current circumstances, we’re more attentive to each other — we’re actually less socially distant while being more physically distant.

Apps that promote nutritious eating and grocery shopping via games can curb impulse purchases and contribute to a healthier lifestyle, a new study finds.

Every year, exceptional co-op students from each Faculty are recognized by the University of Waterloo for their contribution to their employer, their community and the further development of experiential education.

More than 90 long-term care homes in Ontario are suffering an outbreak of COVID-19.

Professor John Hirdes, an expert in geriatric care, explains why long-term care is a hotbed of COVID-19 and what governments can do to stop it from having an even more devastating effect on the country’s elderly population.

A new screening tool to identify older adults at risk of COVID-19 has been developed by a team led by the University of Waterloo.

Professor Zahid Butt answers common questions about face masks including who should be wearing them, and when.