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Health experts push for mask mandates. But few states have one despite the current surge

Thu, 2021-12-16 08:48 — mike kraft

As omicron spreads, health experts push for mask mandates. But few states have one Just 10 states have active mask mandates, despite the fact that omicron is moving in on the U.S. fast. Despite their political unpopularity, research shows masks still work and could save lives. NPR.org

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Editorial: Pragmatic steps to be smart about Covid and improve lives--NY Times

Mon, 2021-12-13 20:55 — mike kraft

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Overview: Omicron developments internationally

Mon, 2021-12-13 19:43 — mike kraft

Factbox: Latest on the worldwide spread of the coronavirus At least one person has died in the United Kingdom after contracting the Omicron coronavirus variant, Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Monday, the first publicly confirmed death globally from the swiftly spreading strain. Reuters Reuters

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New York gvernor announces indoor mask mandate for public places

Fri, 2021-12-10 10:13 — mike kraft

New York to implement indoor mask mandate for public places | AP News NEW YORK (AP) — Facing a winter surge in COVID-19 infections, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Friday that masks will be required in all indoor public places unless the businesses or venues implement a vaccine requirement. AP NEWS

... Hochul said the decision to impose a mask mandate was based on state’s weekly seven-day case rate, as well as increasing hospitalizations.

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OPINION: Former CDC director Frieden writes on: What's next with Omicron and the pandemic?

Wed, 2021-12-08 18:15 — mike kraft

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Wearing masks cuts Covid incidence by 53%, says global study

Thu, 2021-11-18 18:09 — mike kraft

Mask-wearing cuts Covid incidence by 53%, says global study Researchers said results highlight the need to continue with face coverings, social distancing and handwashing alongside vaccine programmes the Guardian

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How Spain has avoided Europe's current COVID surge

Wed, 2021-11-17 10:07 — mike kraft

Why Spain has avoided Europe's COVID surge With over 2.2 million new cases and more than 28,000 deaths over the past week and many countries hitting never-before-seen highs for infections, Europe is now COVID-19’s global epicenter. YahooNews

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Florida courts, local government ease COVID restrictions

Tue, 2021-11-16 10:49 — mike kraft

Courts, local government ease COVID restrictions in Florida ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — A local government and courts in Florida are easing up on COVID-19 restrictions as the state's virus caseload has declined in recent weeks. Starting Monday, wearing face masks and social distancing became optional in Florida's courthouses. AP NEWS

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In an order, Florida Supreme Court Chief Justice Charles Canady cited the fact that almost 70% of eligible Florida residents were fully vaccinated and the number of cases in the state has dropped sharply. ...

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Little kids can likely read your emotions even when you wear a face mask, study finds

Mon, 2021-11-15 18:54 — mike kraft

Little kids can likely read your emotions even when you wear a face mask, study finds A study of over 300 children ages 3 to 6 found that they can determine a person's emotions, even while they were wearing a face mask. Jen Christensen, CNN CNN

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Last 3 Florida school districts drop student mask mandates

Fri, 2021-11-12 10:18 — mike kraft

Last 3 Florida school districts drop student mask mandates GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) — The last three school districts in Florida that required at least some students to wear masks are dropping their mandates for student facial coverings. Starting Friday, grade school students in Miami-Dade schools can opt out of wearing a mask if they have their parents' permission. AP NEWS

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