Category: Public Health

Under pressure: 250 public officials have left jobs during pandemic

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Vaccines effective against COVID-19 variant in India, UK study finds

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CDC says vaccinated people can largely skip testing, shares new breakthrough case count 

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Tips for Older Adults to Regain Their Game After Being Cooped Up for More Than a Year

Experts offer advice on how seniors struggling with physical, emotional and cognitive challenges following a year of being cooped up can address issues such as muscle weakness, poor nutrition, disrupted sleep, anxiety and social isolation.

No-Cancel Culture: How Telehealth Is Making It Easier to Keep That Therapy Session

No-shows for behavioral health appointments have been a long-standing problem, with up to 60% skipped. Now telehealth, fueled by the pandemic, makes it easier for people dealing with depression and other mental health issues to make it to their appointments at a time when such care is in high demand. But teletherapy creates other challenges.

Is Your Living Room the Future of Hospital Care?

In the latest sign that in-home acute care is catching on, two big players — Kaiser Permanente and the Mayo Clinic — announced plans to collectively invest $100 million into the company Medically Home to help scale up their programs.

COVID-19 cases down 19% this week: 10 CDC stats to know

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The long-term pandemic toll few are talking about 

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Scientists identify canine coronavirus; marking 8th coronavirus if named a pathogen

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If You Are Vaccinated, You Can Dance the Night Away

After being closed for 14 months because of the pandemic, a North Carolina nightclub reopens. But now, in addition to showing an ID to gain entry, patrons also must show their vaccination cards.