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Category: Health

Jon Huntsman – Utah will rise to the challenge [COVID-19 Response]

[COVID-19 Strategic Response Portal] From: Jon Huntsman, former Governor of UtahDate: 20 Jan 2020Re: “Utah will rise to the challenge” Utahns have seen tough times before and we are better prepared than anyone to meet the challenge. This week has been one of dramatic interruption to our way of life. A pandemic has cancelled schools,… Continue reading Jon Huntsman – Utah will rise to the challenge [COVID-19 Response]

COVID-19 Resources: Greg Johnson Interview with Holly Hart of KICI Radio 105.3 FM in Iowa City

On 18 March 2020, Greg Johnson discussed the COVID-19 Strategic Response Portal with Holly Hart of KICI Radio 105.3 FM in Iowa City. The interview audio is available below. Press the Play button (triangle) to listen. [Date: 18 Mar 2020. Posted: 25 Mar 2020]

COVID-19 Recent News as of 12 Mar 2020

UPDATE: This post offers news through 12 March 2020. For news after that time, please refer to our COVID-19 Strategic Response Portal. Summary This page offers recent news about COVID-19, an airborne virus of the same coronavirus family as SARS (severe acute respiratory syndrome), MERS (Middle East respiratory syndrome). [Source: CDC] The CDC initially referred to… Continue reading COVID-19 Recent News as of 12 Mar 2020

Women who don’t want to be mothers

Many women make a conscious decision not to have children. What are the reasons behind their choice – and what reactions does it prompt? The film [m]otherhood investigates these questions and examines the maternal myth inherent in all cultures. Woman and mother – the two words are often used interchangeably. Amid a widespread belief that… Continue reading Women who don’t want to be mothers

How lack of paid sick leave is complicating U.S. virus response (6 Mar 2020)

As COVID-19 spreads to communities nationwide, financial and logistical concerns about its impact are rising. Among the major questions are whether employers will require workers to take unpaid sick leave, and who will pay for potentially significant medical bills. William Brangham talks to Georgetown University’s Sabrina Corlette and Joseph Leitmann-Santa Cruz of Capital Area Asset… Continue reading How lack of paid sick leave is complicating U.S. virus response (6 Mar 2020)

America’s EMT Shortage Has Communities Relying on Unpaid Volunteers

There’s a crisis unfolding in rural America. While big cities are getting bigger, small-town USA is shrinking. If you live in one of these rural communities, chances are you’re poorer and sicker than your urban counterpart. Across the country, towns that have less people have even less first responders. Oceana, West Virginia is one of… Continue reading America’s EMT Shortage Has Communities Relying on Unpaid Volunteers

Why It’s Cheaper To Have A Baby In Finland Than The U.S. (CNBC, 14 Feb 2020)

As 2019′s happiest country in the world, Finland is undoubtedly a great place to have children. With lengthy parental leave, hundreds of dollars worth of free baby products in the signature baby box and low-to-no childbirth costs, here’s why it’s better to have a baby in Finland than in the U.S. (CNBC, 14 Feb 2020)… Continue reading Why It’s Cheaper To Have A Baby In Finland Than The U.S. (CNBC, 14 Feb 2020)

REPORT: Many U.S. Hospitals are Closing (CNBC, 6 Feb 2020)

In rural towns across the U.S. hospitals are in crisis. Since 2010, 121 rural hospitals have closed. And, the National Rural Health Association says more than one-third of all rural hospitals in the U.S. are at serious risk of shutting down. But not all hospitals are losing money. A series of mergers and acquisitions that… Continue reading REPORT: Many U.S. Hospitals are Closing (CNBC, 6 Feb 2020)

Public Goods: Premium Products. Low Prices. Delivered.

I first learned about Public Goods back in 2017 during their IndieGogo launch. I was really impressed with the company’s goal to offer high-quality premium products using minimalist packaging at low prices delivered directly to their customers. Other people were also impressed with the company. More than 34,000 people donated a total of over $2.6… Continue reading Public Goods: Premium Products. Low Prices. Delivered.