Oregon Schools Distance Learning: COVID
Department of Education director Colt Gill said it's likely Oregon schools could move back to remote learning if there are too many COVID cases.
Omicron Contact In Portland: Expect It
Multnomah, Washington and Clackamas Counties said most people in the metro area will come into contact with the omicron variant of the coronavirus over the next few weeks, and people should expect disruptions in their day-to-day lives because of it.
Omicron Cases Now In Oregon
Oregon’s first three cases of Omicron-variant COVID-19 have been confirmed in Washington and Multnomah counties, the Oregon Health Authority reported last Monday.
OMICRON UPDATE: Found In Los Angeles
Los Angeles County has confirmed its second case of the omicron variant of COVID-19.
Why You Can’t Find Cheap At-Home Covid Tests
“It’s just the way our government works,” Hendrix said, which is a challenge for businesses that are “anxious to get started and think they’ve got something that can help.”
Mother, Baby Now HIV Negative
New science has given HIV positive patients new hope. Especially one mother, from Esperanza, Argentina, who has had HIV since 2013. Researchers call the woman the “Esperanza patient." The word "Esperanza" means “hope.”
Quarantine And Tracing Rules Are All Over The Map For Students
At this point in the pandemic, most parents are familiar with “covid notification” letters. But the letters’ instruction on whether your kid must quarantine or not varies wildly from school to school.
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From the lonely nameless Maytag Repairman to Progressive's quirky sales rep Flo and Jake from State Farm, beloved mascots give many products iconic voices that withstand the test of time.
‘Are You Going To Keep Me Safe?’ Hospital Workers Sound Alarm On Rising Violence
Hospital executives were already attuned to workplace violence before the pandemic struck. But stresses from covid have exacerbated the problem, they say, prompting increased security, de-escalation training and pleas for civility. And while many hospitals work to address the issue on their own, nurses and other workers are pushing federal legislation to create enforceable standards nationwide.
Flu Vaccination Provides The Best Protection Against Illness, Hospitalization
Flu season is approaching, and the virus that causes COVID-19 continues to circulate at high levels, putting a strain on local hospitals. Flu vaccination provides the best protection against influenza illness and can help to reduce the burden on local hospitals.
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Retention strategies for teachers usually focus on feeling a sense of belonging, centered on whiteness. Where does that leave Black teachers?
