Tag Archives: COVID19

Black people who have died from COVID-19

The novel coronavirus known as COVID-19 has rocked the entire globe, and unfortunately, the Black community is no exception.  Contrary to internet memes and online conspiracies, Black people and communities of color are not immune to the pandemic virus. While COVID-19 has impacted Black businesses and families financially, it has also tragically claimed the lives… Read More »

LGBTQ community uniquely impacted by COVID-19, research shows

(Photo: Adobe Stock) While the health and economic impacts of the coronavirus pandemic are being felt around the globe, new research data highlights the effects the virus is having on the LGBTQ community.The Human Rights Campaign published a research brief last week outlining the health and economic risks faced by the LGBTQ community during the… Read More »

Minnesota Board of Dentistry Recommends Only Emergency Procedures Amid COVID-19 Pandemic – FOX 21 Online

Dr. Daniel Loban of Loban Dental Speaks Out About the Order from the Minnesota Board of Dentistry March 20, 2020 DULUTH, Minn. – Dr. Daniel Loban, the owner of Loban Dental, is speaking out regarding the closure of dental offices unless procedures are for emergency purposes. “I can tell you my propensity is to help… Read More »

Livongo Health’s Jenny Schneider on Covid-19 & Helping Patients with Chronic Conditions | WTF Health

COVID-19 Mar 20, 2020• By JESSICA DaMASSA, WTF HEALTH “What’s happening in COVID is those of us living with these chronic conditions are at highest risk — not to contract the disease, but highest risk for outcomes. Our unique ability to be able to see what’s happening in that population and deliver that care remotely… Read More »

‘I’m kind of scared’: Surgery for cancer patients and others cancelled as hospitals brace for possible COVID-19 wave

Janice Ense never actually got to talk to her doctor, or anyone else for that matter. While she was out on Monday, an assistant left Ense a voicemail message announcing that the unfolding COVID-19 crisis had forced the postponement of her kidney cancer surgery. The operation was supposed to take place next Thursday at Toronto’s… Read More »

School closes early in Vic over COVID-19

Students at Australia’s most expensive private school will finish their first term early this week amid concerns over the spread of the coronavirus. Geelong Grammar School principal Rebecca Cody sent out a message to families and friends on Saturday saying the school will be cutting the term short at its four campuses. The decision came… Read More »