Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Masks to become part of life in California, but rules vary

For Californians venturing outside, donning a mask will be as common as putting on a cap or sunglasses when the state begins gradually easing stay-at-home orders on Friday. But rules about face coverings vary from county ...

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Navigating the grocery store safely

(HealthDay)—Grocery shopping has become a daunting endeavor during the coronavirus pandemic, but there are things you can do to protect yourself and others, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration says.

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Understanding changing guidance on mask use

In early April, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention revised its guidance to recommend that in addition to social distancing measures, all Americans should wear masks when leaving the house for essential trips such ...

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Survey: Food insecurity in Vermont rose 33% during pandemic

Food insecurity in Vermont has increased by one-third during the coronavirus pandemic, from 18.3% to 24.3%, according to a statewide survey conducted by the University of Vermont at the end of March and announced in a series ...

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Mapping the COVID-19 risk

Public-health experts and government officials have been calling for "social distancing," asking people to stay home and avoid contact with each other as much as possible when they have to go out—all to "flatten the curve" ...

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