A man with panda eyes after a fall.

Most commonly caused by trauma, basal skull fractures present with a range of clinical signs. These include periorbital ecchymosis, as seen in this case, as well as rhinorrhea, otorrhoea and post-mastoid ecchymosis. Suspected cases must be managed with appropriate imaging and medical or surgical treatment as indicated.

A man with an alcoholic-related duodenal perforation after losing his job due to the SARS-COV-2 pandemic.

Pneumoperitoneum is a medical emergency, diagnosed by subdiaphragmatic free air upon X-ray. The underlying cause, in this case a perforated duodenal ulcer from increased alcohol intake, must also be identified and treated. Public health crisis can impact physical health to varying degrees across socioeconomic groups.