Category: Public Health

At Lake Of The Ozarks, It’s (Almost) Business As Usual, Despite The Coronavirus

This popular resort area gained national attention for a viral video showing Memorial Day partiers disregarding guidelines to curb the spread of the coronavirus. Now, with summer looming and at least one COVID-19 case connected to the gathering, it reflects the difficult balance between safety and tourism.

For EMTs, There’s No ‘Rule Book’ For Facing A Pandemic And Protests At Once

Emergency medical technicians, who have been on the front lines against the coronavirus, also play a key role in helping provide care during protests sparked by the death of George Floyd.

Asymptomatic COVID-19 cases not driving virus’ spread, WHO officials say: 4 things to know

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HHS releases civil unrest preparedness resources for hospitals

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Nearly 40% of Americans misused cleaning products trying to kill COVID-19, CDC finds

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States failing to comply with federal guidelines to report probable coronavirus cases

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Positive COVID-19 tests after recovery can be a ‘red herring,’ expert says

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Cases jump in 23 states; 30K more deaths may occur in June, CDC estimates — 8 COVID-19 updates

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4 regions see jump in positive COVID-19 tests: 4 CDC updates

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Baltimore’s ‘Squeegee Boys’: ‘If We Don’t Go Out, We Don’t Eat’

The federal government’s relief package left behind many of America’s poorest workers struggling to make ends meet as the coronavirus ravaged and unemployment rose. Baltimore’s “squeegee boys” are among them.