Category: healthcare

How New Zealand ‘Eliminated’ Coronavirus

The nation has zero active Covid-19 cases and reopens schools tomorrow.

Coronavirus Infections Are On The Rise In 21 U.S. States, With Cases Spiking In California, Arizona And North Carolina

The number of Covid-19 diagnoses also hit record highs in Oregon and Arkansas this weekend.

Poll: One In Five Americans Worry About Losing Health Coverage In Pandemic

Nearly one in five Americans are worried about “losing or not having health insurance” during the Covid-19 pandemic, a new poll indicates.

How To Return To The Doctor’s Office

Expect virtual screenings and new check-in procedures, but don’t be afraid to get the care you need.

How To Reopen The Housing Market

Virtual tours, temperature checks, open windows and masks.

Feeling Less Anxiety Since The Coronavirus Lockdown? You’re Not Alone.

While the data paint a bleak picture of mental health in the United States during coronavirus, not everyone is dealing with worsening anxiety and depression. Without their triggers. some are doing quite well and others have coping skills that better pr…

The Deadly Truth About Rubber Bullets

From the first use of special teak bullets for crowd control by British troops, here’s the troubled history behind the development and use of ‘nonlethal’ projectiles.

Tear Gas And Pepper Spray Can Maim, Kill And Spread Coronavirus

Despite denials from AG Barr, pepper spray and tear gas are dangerous chemicals being used against protesters. They will likely worsen the coronavirus epidemic.

U.S. Medical Schools Don’t Meet Minimum Standards For Racial Justice. Here’s How They Can Improve

Ensuring a robust and strong medical education, as well as one that is sensitive to equity and justice issues, should be a top priority for U.S. medical schools. Unfortunately, many are far from meeting minimum racial justice metrics.

COVID-19 Reveals The Power Of Deregulation

For decades, red tape has frustrated the efforts of healthcare providers to deliver timely, high-quality care. The pandemic has shown just how useless so many of those regulations were. Continuing the deregulatory drive will yield a more efficient and …