Our immune systems can cope with COVID-19; it's our politicians who can't

Reining it in: Botswanau00e2u20acu2122s cases are still on the rise PIC: PHATSIMO KAPENG
Reining it in: Botswanau00e2u20acu2122s cases are still on the rise PIC: PHATSIMO KAPENG

The psychological impact of the virus is profound, but there is nothing to suggest its physical effects can’t be overcome, writes ANGELA RASMUSSEN*

A great deal of conflicting information has emerged about the immune response that develops in patients who have recovered from COVID-19.

A recent study in the UK showed declining antibodies in more than 350,000 people, leading to headlines that immunity wanes rapidly just months after infection.

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It highlights the need to protect rights such as access to clean water, education, healthcare and freedom of expression.President Duma Boko, rightly honours past interventions from securing a dignified burial for Gaoberekwe Pitseng in the CKGR to promoting linguistic inclusion. Yet, they also expose a critical truth, that a nation cannot sustainably protect its people through ad hoc acts of compassion alone.It is time for both government and the...

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