COVID: Seven reasons mask wearing in the west was unnecessarily delayed
Department of Primary Care Health Sciences,
Masks help prevent the spread of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, yet masking policies in the west have featured…
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Scientists Need to Admit What They Got Wrong About Covid
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Over the last year, the scientific community has been reluctant to openly discuss its missteps. But coming clean could help…
Joggers and cyclists should wear masks – here’s why
Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences,
Trish Greenhalgh, Professor of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford. Republished from The Conversation under a…
Understanding 'aerosol transmission' could be key to controlling coronavirus | Julian Tang
Science news, comment and analysis | theguardian.com,
We should still wash our hands, but growing evidence suggests one of the main ways Covid spreads is through the airCoronavirus …
Being outdoors doesn’t mean you’re safe from COVID-19 – a White House event showed what not to do
The Skeptical Cardiologist,
Being outdoors doesn’t mean you’re safe from COVID-19 – a White House event showed what not to do
DJG Blogger,
Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie, hugging another guest; Kellyanne Conway (left); and Notre Dame University President Rev.
3 ways nanotechnology is being used to battle coronavirus
Forum:Blog,
From diagnostics, to treatments and vaccines, nanotechnology is being developed and deployed to help stop the spread of COVID-19.
Republicans Push Scaled-Back Stimulus Plan as Impasse on Virus Aid Persists
NYT > Politics,
The economic recovery measure Republicans presented on Tuesday is a fraction of the size of their original offer and was…
Dentists Are Seeing an Epidemic of Cracked Teeth. What’s Going On?
Well - New York Times,
When I reopened my dental practice in early June, the tooth fractures started coming in: at least one a day, every single day…
How the Aging Immune System Makes Older People Vulnerable to Covid-19
Well - New York Times,
As we age, the immune system begins to shift into a heightened state of alert, dialing up inflammation and running out of…
For Long-Haulers, Covid-19 Takes a Toll on Mind as Well as Body
Well - New York Times,
“It makes you depressed, anxious that it’s never going to go away.”
In Year of Voting by Mail, a Scramble to Beef Up In-Person Voting, Too
NYT > Politics,
Communities are running short on time to hire poll workers and reconfigure in-person voting to make it safe during a pandemic.
How Your Labor Day Blast Could Make Pandemic Life Worse in the Fall
Well - New York Times,
After past holiday weekends caused spikes in Covid-19 cases, public health officials are urging people to keep gatherings small…
Vaping Links to Covid Risk Are Becoming Clear
Well - New York Times,
Researchers are starting to home in on the ways in which the use of e-cigarettes raises the chances of catching the virus, and…
The Pandemic of Work-From-Home Injuries
Well - New York Times,
Chiropractors report a surge in problems as millions of workers have spent months clacking away on sofas and beds and awkward…
The C.D.C. Is Preparing for 2 Covid-19 Vaccines. Here’s What You Need to Know.
Well - New York Times,
The agency told public health agencies that two unidentified vaccines might be ready by October or November. We explain how…
Joni Ernst, in Close Senate Race, Repeats a Debunked Coronavirus Theory
NYT > Politics,
The Iowa senator’s comments echoed a false claim, spread by President Trump over the weekend, that deaths from Covid-19 have…
Amtrak Will Furlough Over 2,000 Workers Because of the Coronavirus
NYT > Politics,
The job cuts come as the rail agency’s response to fiscal challenges receives scrutiny from rail advocates and federal lawmakers.
Joni Ernst, in a Tight Senate Race, Repeats a Debunked Coronavirus Theory
NYT > Politics,
The Iowa senator’s comments echoed a false claim, spread by President Trump over the weekend, that deaths from Covid-19 have…
Backed by Federal Funds, New Virus Tests Are Hitting the Market
NYT > Politics,
Six months into the pandemic and with no coherent national testing strategy, the Trump administration is encouraging private…
A New Coronavirus Adviser Roils the White House With Unorthodox Ideas
NYT > Politics,
Dr. Scott Atlas arrived at the White House as a coronavirus contrarian, questioning controls like masks. He has angered top…
For Kids With O.C.D., Coronavirus Precautions Can Go Too Far
Well - New York Times,
How parents can distinguish between hand-washing that is a reasonable reaction to a real threat and something more concerning.
‘Not Unlike the Postal Service’: Advocates Want Amtrak to Prioritize Service Over Profit
NYT > Politics,
Amtrak says it needs more money to avoid slashing service on routes in areas where the rail network is often the only mode of…
Face Shields and Valved Masks Offer More Comfort but Less Protection
Well - New York Times,
While any face covering is better than nothing, clear plastic shields and masks with exhale valves allow large plumes of…
Young People Are Fighting Hunger and Finding Purpose
Well - New York Times,
“These amazing young kids are running the whole show,” said the owner of the Wood Cafe, which gives away food. “Their energy…
Don’t “Trust the Science,” Trust Science While You Hone Your Critical Thinking Skills
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Helping Children With Pandemic Grief
Well - New York Times,
Many children may learn of a grandparent’s death without a chance to visit to say goodbye.
Trump Embraces Fringe Theories on Protests and the Coronavirus
NYT > Politics,
In a Twitter barrage, the president advanced conspiracy theories claiming that protests are an organized coup and that the…
China Locks Down Xinjiang to Fight Covid-19, Angering Residents
Indian Strategic Studies,
By Javier C. HernándezSource LinkFirst came the notices that Chinese officials had declared a “wartime” state. Then the…
Trump Program to Cover Uninsured Covid-19 Patients Falls Short of Promise
NYT > Politics,
Some patients are still receiving staggering bills. Others don’t qualify because conditions other than Covid-19 were their…
How to Meet New People, Even at a Distance
Well - New York Times,
Online and offline platforms are helping strangers form social connections, which are crucial for our health, especially in a…
Current Physical Distancing Measures Are Based on 'Outdated Science', Say Researchers
Science Alert,
A growing number of scientists are speaking out.
In a Naked Pandemic Race, You Can Leave Your Hat On
Well - New York Times,
When we can’t go outside without covering our faces, there’s a special appeal in the opportunity to uncover everything else.
Two P.R. Experts at F.D.A. Have Been Ousted After Blood Plasma Fiasco
NYT > Politics,
The agency’s chief spokeswoman, Emily Miller, was removed from her position just 11 days into the job.
Loving a Champion Hugger in an Air-Hug Season
Well - New York Times,
Pressing our hearts together is my husband’s fast-track return to the intimacy he grew up with. For me, growing up with a more…
C.D.C.’s ‘Clarification’ on Coronavirus Testing Offers More Confusion
NYT > Politics,
After saying that those exposed to the virus need not get tested, the agency’s director clarified that “testing may be…
White House Wants Companies to Foot Payroll Tax Bill for Workers
NYT > Politics,
The Treasury Department has not been willing to issue guidance making it clear that companies will be on the hook for deferred…
Massage Therapy Without the Touch
Well - New York Times,
With Covid-related restrictions in place, massage therapists are reimagining ways to help their clients.
Top U.S. Officials Told C.D.C. to Soften Coronavirus Testing Guidelines
NYT > Politics,
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention abruptly changed its recommendations, saying people without Covid-19 symptoms…
Experiences With Cancer, Captured in Works of Art
Well - New York Times,
The program Brushes With Cancer pairs patients with artists whose works make visible a disease that can be invisible and…
Trump Administration Orders Hospitals to Report Data or Risk Losing Funding
NYT > Politics,
The administration now says failure to report Covid-19 data to the Department of Health and Human Services could cost hospitals…
Flu Season Could Make Coronavirus Testing Delays Even Worse
Well - New York Times,
The nation’s testing efforts will be further overwhelmed once influenza, R.S.V. and other seasonal viruses arrive.
F.D.A. ‘Grossly Misrepresented’ Blood Plasma Data, Scientists Say
NYT > Politics,
Many experts — including a scientist who worked on the Mayo Clinic study — were bewildered about where a key statistic came from.
LeBron James and a Multimillion-Dollar Push for More Poll Workers
NYT > Politics,
More Than a Vote, a group of athletes headlined by LeBron James, is fighting voter suppression in Black electoral districts by…
When the World Shut Down, They Saw It Open
Well - New York Times,
The pandemic has made work and social life more accessible for many. People with disabilities are wondering whether virtual…
F.D.A. Allows Expanded Use of Convalescent Plasma to Treat Coronavirus Patients
NYT > Politics,
The move came on the eve of the Republican convention and after President Trump pressed the agency to move faster to address…
Billions in Hospital Virus Aid Rested on Compliance With Private Vendor
NYT > Politics,
The Department of Health and Human Services told hospitals in April that reporting to the vendor, TeleTracking Technologies…
How to Set Pandemic Boundaries for Relatives
Well - New York Times,
You’d do anything for them in a crisis, but the crisis isn’t going away. Here’s how to get your life back.
Pushed Together for 48 Days, Then Pulled Apart for 49
Well - New York Times,
Between a pandemic and military training, so much for college love being casual.
Former Postal Governor Tells Congress Mnuchin Politicized Postal Service
NYT > Politics,
David C. Williams, who will testify before lawmakers on Thursday, also told Congress he raised concerns about Louis DeJoy ahead…
Oleandrin, Covid-19 Treatment Pitched to Trump, Could Be Dangerous
NYT > Politics,
The chief executive of My Pillow, a Trump donor, claims oleandrin is a miracle cure for Covid-19. But no studies have shown…
Former Postal Governor Says He Raised Concerns About Louis DeJoy
NYT > Politics,
David C. Williams, who will testify before lawmakers on Thursday, told Congress he had suggested his fellow governors…
New Measures Aim to Boost Vaccine Rates for Flu and Other Shots
Well - New York Times,
Pharmacists may now vaccinate young children under a new federal emergency rule aimed at helping families who missed well-child…
Local Officials in China Hid Coronavirus Dangers From Beijing, U.S. Agencies Find
NYT > Politics,
A new U.S. intelligence report says top officials in Beijing were in the dark in early January on the true dangers of the virus.
Local Officials in China Hid Coronavirus Dangers From Beijing, U.S. Agencies Find
NYT > Politics,
A new U.S. intelligence report says top officials in Beijing were in the dark in early January on the true dangers of the virus.
Trump Cites the V.A. as a Central Achievement. But Troubles Simmer.
NYT > Politics,
The department’s long litany of problems has left some questioning why President Trump is trying to make his record there a…
Blood Plasma Treatment for Covid-19 Now on Hold at F.D.A.
NYT > Politics,
Government health leaders including Dr. Francis S. Collins and Dr. Anthony S. Fauci urged caution last week, citing weak data…
Republicans Float a Scaled-Back Stimulus Bill
NYT > Politics,
The measure would reinstate supplemental unemployment benefits at half their original rate, and is unlikely to find support…
A Novel Way to Combat Covid in Nursing Homes: Strike Teams
Well - New York Times,
Borrowing from a model used for natural disasters like hurricanes and wildfires, states are sending in teams of responders to…
U.S. Tries to Bolster Taiwan’s Status, Short of Recognizing Sovereignty
NYT > Politics,
President Trump prefers a robust relationship with authoritarian China to one with democratic Taiwan. But other American…
Understanding fluid mechanics is crucial to stopping the spread of the virus
Forum:Blog,
Understanding how airborne droplets travel is just as important as social distancing in slowing the COVID-19 pandemic.
Scientists say WHO ignores the risk that coronavirus floats in air as aerosol
beSpacific,
LA Times via MSN: “Six months into a pandemic that has killed over half a million people, more than 200 scientists from around…
Scientists say WHO ignores the risk that coronavirus floats in air as aerosol
Booster Shots - latimes.com,
More than 200 researchers worldwide sign an open letter saying current guidance ignores evidence that the coronavirus readily…
How Masks Went From Don’t-Wear to Must-Have
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Public health messaging and science have to work hard to stay in sync during a crisis. During the Covid-19 pandemic, they haven’t…
High school sports will be tough to restart in the midst of COVID-19. Here’s how to do it safely
Co.Exist,
There are 8 million high school athletes. They must be tested regularly. Along with the revival of professional sports comes…
How to protest during a pandemic and stay safe from the coronavirus
Wake Up To The Truth,
Thomas A. Russo, The Conversation Jun 4, 2020, 8:45 AM Protesters rally as Philadelphia Police officers and Pennsylvania…
Трон для короля вирусов. Где в воздухе царит CoViD-19 — видео
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Если бы наше дыхание подсвечивалось лазером, как во время этих экспериментов, мы бы, вероятно, в ужасе отшатывались друг от друга…
COVID-19 and the problem of social division
ABC Religion,
There is a pressing need for governments around the world to demand and support more comprehensive research on how COVID-19…
How to protest during a pandemic and still keep everyone safe from coronavirus: 6 questions answered
DJG Blogger,
The death of George Floyd when a police officer kneeled on his neck sparked days of protests in cities across the U.S. Lauren A.
At work, school and seeing friends: How to lower your coronavirus risk
One Per Cent,
Many countries are relaxing coronavirus restrictions. If you’ve been asked to return to work or school, how can you reduce the…
How to stay safe from coronavirus while eating out: Restaurant advice from an infectious disease expert
DJG Blogger,
A restaurant in Bangkok created plastic partitions and moved its tables farther apart to separate guests in a normally tight…
Here’s how to stay safe while buying groceries amid the coronavirus pandemic
DJG Blogger,
Masks and social distancing can help protect shoppers from the coronavirus, but gloves aren't recommended. Mario Tama/Getty…
El ferrocarril metropolitano, ante la COVID-19
Cuaderno de Cultura Científica,
Iván…
Are you more likely to get coronavirus in a dense city? It depends on what you mean by ‘dense’
Co.Exist,
The debate over whether coronavirus spreads faster in dense cities misses a key point. The coronavirus pandemic has left many…
Simple rules to play it safe at alert level two
Infectious Thoughts,
Today Aotearoa New Zealand wakes up in alert level two. It’s no secret that I would have preferred for us to stay at level…
How Coronavirus Will Change Our Working Environment
Indian Strategic Studies,
by Rachel MorrisonSource LinkAs lockdowns are relaxed around the world and people return to their workplaces, the next…
Coronavirus and airborne transmission: scientists warn Australia to be on guard
Science news, comment and analysis | theguardian.com,
Although the science is not yet settled, researchers say government should be acting on ventilation and other measures nowSign…
Why 6 feet isn’t far enough from the coronavirus
Easy Health Options®,
Social distancing has quickly changed from a novel, “if-I-can” protection strategy, to an absolute must in the effort to stop…
Ešte je skoro porovnávať, či švédsky model funguje horšie ako iné, hovorí politológ z Uppsaly
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Slovák Michal Smrek vysvetľuje, ako to je s voľnejším prístupom vo Švédsku. Hlavné slovo tam majú odborníci z úradu verejného…
Covid-19: Protect health and social care workers and refer their deaths to the coroner
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Amid a mounting death toll of healthcare workers and ongoing alarm over the inadequate provision of effective personal…
Inside Health – coronavirus – 14/4/20
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Egyre több bizonyíték utal arra, hogy a Magyarországon is javasolt 2 méteres embertávolság kevés a fertőzés elkerüléséhez
Qubit,
Bár az ENSZ egészségügyi világszervezete, a WHO és annak nyomán a legtöbb hivatalos szerv, köztük Magyarország kormánya is 1-2 mé…
Belgian prof’s coronavirus study causes stir with call to keep 13 to 65 feet away from walkers, runners, cycl
Invest Records,
As spring continues to descend and cooped-up Oregonians head into the sunshine, a Belgian professor has released his findings…
The Social Distancer’s Guide to Urban Etiquette and Ethics
CityLab,
Say you’re walking down the street to get some fresh air while you’re practicing social distance. You’re attempting to stay six…
Cuando un enfermo de coronavirus estornuda o tose, el virus puede viajar hasta ocho metros y permanecer horas
El Diario NYEl Diario NY,
El patógeno no está en el aire, pero sí se puede propagar a través de él
Fluid dynamics work hints at whether spoken word can spread COVID-19
National Academy of Sciences,
A sneeze can project a droplet-containing gas cloud seven or eight meters, possibly spreading disease. But the spoken word is…
ME Association weekly update: coronavirus/COVID-19/Cv19 and ME/CFS | 7 April 2020
ME Association,
by Dr Charles Shepherd, Hon Medical Adviser, ME…
Protective equipment against COVID-19 needs to go further, scientists say - Physics World
Physicsworld,
Research on the fluid dynamics of respiratory emissions indicates that individuals infected with COVID-19 could spread viral…
The CDC now recommends wearing a mask in some cases – a physician explains why and when to wear one
DJG Blogger,
The change in CDC guidance comes in response to new research on how the new coronavirus can spread. Peter Denovo/Shutterstock.co…
Aerosols, Droplets, and Airborne Spread: Everything you could possibly want to know
First10EM,
The rapid emergence of COVID-19 has created tremendous uncertainty in medicine. We don’t know where this pandemic is headed. We…
Some Scientists Say Just Breathing or Talking May Spread COVID-19. Here's What We Know
Science Alert,
It's complicated.
Should we all be wearing face masks to prevent Covid-19 spread?
SciBlogs,
Maybe you’ve seen the graph that says those countries where everyone wears a mask are the ones that have managed to keep Covid-19…
Airborne vs Droplet: Turbulent Gas Clouds of Opinion!
Controversies in Hospital Infection Prevention,
There’s much about the COVID-19 pandemic that is unprecedented, at least in my lifetime. One aspect is very familiar, though…
COVID-19: top four science stories of the week
Forum:Blog,
The latest scientific developments relating to COVID-19 and what they can tell us about the virus, its transmission, its…
Do You Really Need to Stay 6 Feet Away From Others When You’re Running?
Slate Blogs,
Your mode of exercise might change the risks you encounter, as well as the risk you pose to others.
Fino a dove arriva uno starnuto? Uno studio mostra la distanza per evitare il Coronavirus
Scienze fanpage,
I risultati di una ricerca del MIT indicano che la massa d’aria con il suo carico di goccioline patogene spinto dalla forza…
Coronavirus : Près de 60 000 décès ont été évités dans 11 pays européens, mais la distance de contact imposée semble insuffisante
GuruMeditation,
]Alors que le nouveau coronavirus faisait son apparition à Wuhan, en Chine, où il a semé une pandémie dévastatrice, c'est au…
First10EM Journal Club : CoV2-SARS edition
Broome Docs,
We will open this episode with a disclaimer: In this edition of the research roundup we acknowledge that we are making many…
4/1/2020
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