May 12 COVID fears keep many Latino kids out of classrooms By Heidi de Marco, Kaiser Health News When faced with the choice of sending their kids back to school or keeping them in online classes, many Latino parents say their kids are safer at home. Continue reading
May 07 Why people with disabilities are at greater risk of going hungry during the pandemic By Melissa L. Caldwell, The Conversation While long lines and food shortages are frustrating for most consumers, they can be physically and emotionally grueling for people with disabilities. Continue reading
May 06 How social media is saving lives during India’s COVID crisis By Vaishnavee Sharma In the midst of a brutal second wave and a shortage of crucial life saving supplies, India’s COVID-19 patients and their loved ones are turning to social media to save lives. As India set a grim … Continue reading
May 05 How COVID-19 has endangered gender equity worldwide By Shefali Luthra, The 19th Early research paints a grim picture: increases in unintended pregnancies, higher rates of gender-based violence, more young girls dropping out of school and getting married. Continue reading
May 04 How to help India during its COVID surge — 12 places you can donate By Tommy Walters, Isabella Isaacs-Thomas People around the world are rallying to get India oxygen and other supplies amid its COVID crisis. Continue reading
May 03 As schools spend millions on air purifiers, experts warn of overblown claims and harm to children By Lauren Weber, Christina Jewett, Kaiser Health News A KHN investigation found that more than 2,000 schools have spent millions of dollars for systems, lured by air purifier companies’ claims that experts say mislead or obscure the potential for harm. Continue reading
Apr 29 NYC mayor expects city to ‘fully reopen’ by July 1 By Associated Press New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio expects the city to “fully reopen” by July 1, with the lifting of the city’s COVID-19 restrictions. Continue reading
Apr 28 Why aren’t more communities using door knocking to get out COVID info? By Alicia Diaz, STAT Door-knocking campaigns are a crucial tool for contacting hard-to-reach populations like immigrant communities. So where are they?… Continue reading
Apr 27 Watch 7:48 When do I need a mask? Understanding the CDC’s post-vaccine guidance The CDC announced new guidance about wearing masks today, specifically when masks are no longer needed outside for vaccinated people. The latest recommendations maintain important warnings about masking indoors and in crowds outside. To understand more about this revised guidance… Continue watching
Apr 26 Women-owned businesses are driving pandemic growth, but many miss out on PPP loans By Mariel Padilla, The 19th Women, especially women of color, are driving small-business growth during a pandemic in which they’ve been hit particularly hard — and missed out on help. Continue reading