Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, 2020 was the deadliest year on record for drug overdoses, with more than 93,000 deaths in the U.S. For too many, addiction begins in the hospital, where opioids are widely prescribed after surgeries ...
Nov 9, 2021
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Research examining the effectiveness of contact tracing systems in the hospitality sector has identified factors that influence buy-in from the public.
Jan 22, 2021
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A return to pre-pandemic normal life seems impossible for the foreseeable future. In the absence of control measures, it would result in the rapid spread of coronavirus and many deaths.
Aug 14, 2020
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Two new articles provide insights on the use of telehealth or virtual care in the age of COVID-19 and beyond, pointing to its value to not only prevent contagious diseases but also to provide access to effective and equitable ...
May 13, 2020
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Contact tracing is a pillar of public health, and when done quickly—and correctly—it saves lives.
May 8, 2020
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Several countries fighting the coronavirus outbreak are using—or debating—phone apps that trace a person's movements and who they come into contact with, allowing authorities to keep track of infections and alert people ...
Apr 28, 2020
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(HealthDay)—Even if you're already wearing a face mask to cover your mouth and nose, taking steps to protect your eyes might also help guard against coronavirus infection, eye health experts say.
Apr 6, 2020
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One month after the coronavirus pandemic was declared a "public health emergency of international concern", it is now causing disruption all round the world on an unprecedented scale. National governments have taken different ...
Mar 18, 2020
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It's hard to believe, but America's favorite puppy wrangler used to live in a housing development that didn't allow pets.
Jan 31, 2020
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Mental health affects everyone in the workplace in some way—whether we know someone struggling, or have struggled ourselves. But, despite its commonality, the stigma and myths attached to mental health still keep staff ...
Feb 25, 2019
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