Health Care March 2020

New Jersey To Close Bars, Restaurants

The state of New Jersey is instituting new measures to deal with the spread of the novel coronavirus, including closing schools, bars, restaurants, movie theaters and casinos.

Health Care March 2020

Schools, Restaurants Closed In New York City

Nearly 1,800 NYC public schools are closing until at least April 20 in response to COVID-19. Restaurants and bars are also closed although takeout and delivery will still be available.

Health Care March 2020

Can Immigrants Seek Virus Care Without Fear?

The new green card rule regarding government benefits does not apply to immigrants seeking medical help for COVID-19 or its symptoms, according to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration.

Health Care March 2020

Why The New Coronavirus Causes Panic

Despite the novel coronavirus’ high recovery rate, it is causing widespread feelings of fear and anxiety. This is in part because of the wide range of severity regarding its symptoms.

Health Care March 2020

WHO Declares Coronavirus Crisis A Pandemic

The World Health Organization has officially declared the new coronavirus crisis a pandemic, meaning it is now prevalent all over the world.

Health Care March 2020

College Kicking Students Off Campus

Grinnell College is telling students that they must leave the campus by March 23 in order to safeguard against the novel coronavirus. The college has also canceled all athletic events.

Health Care March 2020

Detained Immigrants At High Coronavirus Risk

Several immigration rights groups want ICE to release detained immigrants from the Washington state jail because they are at high risk for the new coronavirus.

Health Care March 2020

US Coronavirus Cases Exceed 1,000

There are now more than 1,000 confirmed cases of the new coronavirus in the United States. At least 30 people have died from the illness.

Health Care March 2020

Are Your Symptoms COVID-19, The Flu Or A Cold?

“Cold and flu season” has become a common phrase, but now that the new coronavirus is in the United States, how can you tell the difference between COVID-19, the flu or a cold?

Health Care March 2020

Infected Cruise Ship Unloads Passengers

The Grand Princess has begun unloading its more than 3,500 passengers at the Port of Oakland in California. Twenty-one of them have confirmed cases of the coronavirus.

Health Care March 2020

Burnout Physicians Treatment Study Syndrome Rate

It is not uncommon for professionals in a variety of different career areas to experience some form of burnout, but the work of a physician can set up the perfect storm for it.

Health Care March 2020

New York Coronavirus Count Tops 100

There are now more than 100 cases of coronavirus in New York state, leading to New York universities, including Columbia, Barnard and Hofstra, to suspend classes.