Category Archives: healthcare

Opinion | How Trump Is Worsening the Virus Now – The New York Times

Medical shortages are his responsibility.

Top Senate Democrat says coronavirus bill has ‘many problems’ – Reuters

“It included a large corporate bailout provision with no protections for workers and virtually no oversight,” Schumer said. “It also significantly cut back on the money our hospitals, our cities, our states, our medical workers and so many others needed during this crisis.”

Source: Top Senate Democrat says coronavirus bill has ‘many problems’ – Reuters

Avian Flu Diary: Italy: 5560 New COVID-19 Cases & 651 New Deaths

Today, for the first time in several days, we see a reduction in new cases and deaths over the previous day.  In fact, the number of new cases today (n=5560) is 1,000 fewer than was reported on Saturday, while the number of deaths (n=651) is 140 less.

Source: Avian Flu Diary: Italy: 5560 New COVID-19 Cases & 651 New Deaths

Coronavirus vaccine trials: Chinese volunteers recount their experiences | South China Morning Post

Xiao also confirmed earlier reports that the first person to receive a shot of the possible vaccine was Chen Wei, a major general and military scientist who is also heading up the trial.

Source: Coronavirus vaccine trials: Chinese volunteers recount their experiences | South China Morning Post

Senator Richard Burr Warned Of Coronavirus Effects In Private Meeting : NPR

Sen. Richard Burr issued a warning at a private event weeks ago to prepare for dire effects from the coronavirus, going further than his more public comments, according to a recording obtained by NPR.

Source: Senator Richard Burr Warned Of Coronavirus Effects In Private Meeting : NPR

As Italy COVID-19 cases soar, WHO tackles PPE, test shortages | CIDRAP

Young peoples’ risks, health of cooped-up people At today’s briefing, Tedros also warned that young people are not invincible, and that solidarity is needed, not only among nations, but among age-groups. To increase access to reliable information, he said the WHO, WhatsApp, and Facebook have launched a new health alert messaging service to provide the latest news and information on COVID-19. And given the millions of people across the globe who are sheltering in place, Tedros said it’s important for people to look after their health, such as through a nutritious diet, limiting alcohol consumption, avoiding smoking, exercising regularly, and maintaining social connections, which will also help fight COVID-19. “If you’re working at home, make sure you don’t sit in the same position for long periods. Get up and take a 3-minute break every 30 minutes,” he said, adding that the WHO will provide more advice on staying healthy at home in the weeks ahead.

Source: As Italy COVID-19 cases soar, WHO tackles PPE, test shortages | CIDRAP

From the Plague to Corona. A reflection of a Week: Palestine # of cases dropped from 44 to 27 (17 announced cured). In Israel # of cases rise from 75…

From the Plague to Corona. A reflection of a Week: Palestine # of cases dropped from 44 to 27 (17 announced cured). In Israel # of cases rise from 75…

From the Plague to Corona. A reflection of a Week: Palestine # of cases dropped from 44 to 27 (17 announced cured). In Israel # of cases rise from 75…