Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

The link between transit use and early COVID cases

Researchers from Georgia Tech's Colleges of Engineering and Computing have completed the first published study on the link between America's mass transit use and COVID-19 cases at the beginning of the pandemic.

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

CDC extends travel mask requirement to May 3 as COVID rises

The Biden administration announced Wednesday that it is extending the nationwide mask requirement for airplanes and public transit for 15 days as it monitors an uptick in COVID-19 cases.

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

California to lift indoor mask rule for vaccinated

(HealthDay)—Vaccinated people in California will no longer have to wear masks indoors as of Feb. 15, but schoolchildren will still have to wear masks, state health officials announced Monday.

Gerontology & Geriatrics

Improving mobility and quality of life for older adults

As we get older, transportation provides a vital link between home and community. Without reliable and easy ways to get around, many older adults (especially those who live alone) have limited access to essentials like groceries ...

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Bennett: Israel could beat COVID-19 variant without lockdown

Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett said Wednesday that the country can beat a concerning rise in new coronavirus cases without a nationwide shutdown, but that depends in part on people wearing masks indoors to suppress ...

Medications

'Opioid treatment deserts' abound, study finds

Neighborhoods without opioid treatment providers likely serve as a widespread barrier to care for those who are ready to seek help, a new study has found.

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Italy closes gyms, shuts eateries early to fight COVID-19

Italy's leader imposed at least a month of new restrictions across the country Sunday to fight rising coronavirus infections, shutting down gyms, pools and movie theaters, putting an early curfew on cafes and restaurants ...

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