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‘All masks are not equal’
As COVID-19 continues to wreak havoc, experts maintain that if all people wear nose masks and observe other safety protocols, the pandemic could be brought under control.
But there seems to be argument over which masks are most effective. There are suggestions that some masks may actually spread the virus than not wearing one at all.
It is common to see some people in public using handkerchiefs, as nose masks.
According to Mr Kalvin Odonkor, a nurse and health blogger, “some people really don’t understand that not all face coverings are equal, and that there are some that are going to be more or less effective”.
He said given the rate of droplet transmission, people must stop covering their mouths and noses with handkerchiefs, bandana and other materials.
“All masks are not equal; some are of inferior quality and this could be dangerous. I think that many people are just wearing these face coverings not realising that they are meant to serve a purpose” he said.
For those who are still confused about why masks are necessary, he noted that asymptomatic spread was one of the factors to keep in mind. 
He said that, there were many people out there who did not know that they were infected, and that face shields or nose masks helped to reduce contracting the disease from those who did not show any signs or symptoms.
“If everybody knew their status, that would be a different story, but the fact of the matter is that most people don’t know whether they’re infected or not,” he said.
By Geoffrey Buta
-1 cup dried soya beans
-4–5 cups for water (for blending)
-Extra water for soaking
-Sugar, honey or dates (optional, for sweetness)
-Vanilla extract (optional)
Preparation
-Pick through the beans to remove stones or damaged seeds and rinse thoroughly
-Place them in a large bowl and cover with plenty of water. Soak for at least eight hours or overnight to soften it to blend easier
– After soaking, rub the beans with your hands as the skin begins to remove
– Removing the skins helps reduce the ‘beany’ taste and improves texture
– Put the soaked beans into a blender with 4–5 cups of clean water
-Blend until smooth and milky. (You may need to do this in batches depending on your blender size).
– Using a clean muslin cloth or fine sieve, strain the blended mixture into a pot. (Squeeze well to extract as much liquid as possible).
-The leftover pulp is called okara. Don’t throw it away — it can be used in baking, porridge, or even added to stews.
– Place the strained milk on medium heat and make it boil. Stir continuously to prevent burning or overflowing.
– Allow it to boil for at least 20–25 minutes. Proper boiling removes the raw taste and neutralises natural compounds that can upset the stomach.
-Once boiled a little sugar or honey. Pulse.gh
Health benefits of Soya beans
The Stewardship Director of the South East Ghana Union Mission (SEGUM) of the Seventh Day Adventist Church, Ps. Richard Kwabena Daves, has urged believers to apply wisdom in taking major decisions concerning their lives to avoid costly mistakes.
According to him, wisdom enables individuals to discern right from wrong and manage resource effectively.
“Many challenges people face is as a result from poor decision-making and a failure for guidance before action,” he explained.
Speaking at the climax of a Stewardship Revival Week at the New Life Seventh-day Adventist (S.D.A) Church last Saturday, Pastor Daves, who was also the former President of the Oti Ghana Mission, Jasikan in the Oti region advised the congregation to embrace hard work and approach God boldly for every need in their lives.
“When you give to God financially, and to the poor and needy, God opens a new door for you. You will be blessed and able to pay your taxes and other obligations to your country,” he added.
Pastor Daves encouraged members to plan their expenses wisely and adopt a business mind-set, start small, seek mentors, and spend wisely.
“Your product shouldn’t be more expensive, look out for moderate prices to attract more customers,” he advised.
He added that God gives instructions during financial crises and can reveal where financial provision is located, adding that “God rewards productivity with more increase,”, he said.
The New Life District Pastor, Asante Amaniampong Danso, commended members for their commitment and urged them to put the message into practice.
Picture: Pastor Richard Kwabena Daves
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
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