Category: Coronavirus
Nobody Accurately Tracks Health Care Workers Lost to COVID-19. So She Stays Up At Night Cataloging the Dead.
Claire Rezba started tracking lost health workers almost instinctively. Researchers say the lack of good official data on these deaths is “scandalous.”
Fauci Unfazed as Scientists Rely on Unproven Methods to Create COVID Vaccines
Scientists worry new coronavirus vaccines will have limited and, perhaps, short-lived effectiveness, but Fauci is “cautiously optimistic” a vaccine is possible.
Yes, kids can get COVID-19
3 pediatricians explain what’s known about coronavirus and children.
Snohomish health officials recommend schools start with remote learning this fall
County’s case rate has climbed for more than a month and is now at nearly 100 cases per 100,000 population, the rate in March when schools were first closed.
Public Health Experts Fear a Hasty FDA Signoff on Vaccine
The agency must give outside scientists and the public the opportunity to see the data and the FDA’s reasoning before coming to such a decision, critics say.
COVID-19 transmission, hospitalizations and deaths rising in Washington state
“We are still at great risk for significant growth as the virus continues to spread in Washington state,” says Washington’s Secretary of Health John Wiesman.
Teleworking for regional public sector workers extended until 2021
Extension applies to workers for King, Pierce, and Snohomish Counties, the cities of Everett, Kenmore, Redmond, Seattle, Shoreline, and Tacoma, and the Port of Seattle and Port of Everett.
The COVID-19 Downturn Triggers Jump in Medicaid Enrollment
The number of people enrolled in Medicaid nationwide rose markedly this spring as the impact of the recession caused by the outbreak of COVID-19 took hold.
King County distributing free face coverings in Shoreline on July 28
The drive-through distribution event is open only to King County residents.
Employers Require COVID Liability Waivers as Conflict Mounts Over Workplace Safety
Many employees, mostly lower-wage and minority workers in essential jobs, are calling lawyers to complain about the waivers.
Does your homemade mask work?
Coronavirus is about 0.08 micrometers across. The weaves a typical cloth face cloth has gaps about 1,000 times bigger. Still a homemade mask can help.
State’s expanded face mask requirements start today
Face masks are now required in any indoor setting outside of your home (not just public buildings).
Remember how we flattened the curve? Well, it’s not flat anymore.
We’re all tired of fighting this virus. But, we’re losing our momentum in our battle with COVID-19. This means more restrictions on businesses and gatherings.
Inslee rollbacks to some activities to slow COVID-19 spread
Rollbacks will affect weddings and funerals, restaurants, bars, and fitness and entertainment centers. Face covering requirements to expand.
Disinformation campaigns are murky blends of truth, lies and sincere beliefs
Disinformation is often camouflaged in facts and advanced by innocent and often well-meaning individuals.