Category: Public Health

Trump says COVID-19 outbreak may last into summer; Lockdowns begin in California

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When checking for fever, remember 98.6 is no longer the norm

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In Face Of Coronavirus, Many Hospitals Cancel On-Site Training For Nursing And Med Students

Hospitals and nursing homes say they are acting to protect students and patients, but nursing educators worry the pipeline of new nurses could be slowed at a time when they may be needed most. Some doctors in training have also seen their clinical rotations canceled.

Many Schools Have Closed ― But Not All. What Parents Need To Know About That Tough Call.

Closing K-12 schools is part of a broad strategy to limit public interactions and slow the spread of COVID-19 cases. But the decision is far from easy, with conflicting science about how effective such closures are weighed against the massive disruption to families’ lives.

Biden Falsely Blames Trump Administration For Rejecting WHO Coronavirus Test Kits (That Were Never Offered)

Biden’s statement leaves out context about how countries decided on which test they’d use to identify the presence of the coronavirus.

Michael Bloomberg launches coronavirus response program for city mayors

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6 states issuing emergency nursing, medical licenses

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To Stop Coronavirus In Its Tracks, Here’s Your Guide To 5 Degrees Of Separation

If someone tells you, “I’d love to go to dinner, but I’m socially distancing,” don’t be offended. It’s likely they are trying to do a good deed for public health.

41% of adults at risk for severe coronavirus illness, KFF finds

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Nursing homes should restrict visitors, CMS says

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