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As if COVID-19 weren’t enough to have to deal with, many have to deal with acne break outs around the nose, cheeks, mouth and chin from wearing face masks. Mask acne and skin irritation, also (un)affectionately known as maskne, is caused by the humid environment, as well as friction that your face mask creates while you’re wearing it.

Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia, which leads to loss of memory and other mental functions. It’s thought to be caused by an abnormal build-up of proteins in and around brain cells, which leads to a decrease in neurotransmitters (chemicals which send messages between brain cells). Different areas of the brain shrink overtime,

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common childhood disorder, which is thought to be neurological. Children diagnosed with ADHD often have trouble focusing, and are easily distracted, overly active or talkative (in some cases), impulsive and forgetful. Symptoms often last into adulthood and may interfere with studies, work, household management and relationships.

Chronic renal disease, also referred to as chronic kidney disease, is damage to your kidneys that leads to loss of function in these organs. Your kidneys are important as they filter waste and excess fluid from your blood, which is then excreted as urine. If your body struggles to get rid of this waste, it can become dangerous.