How worried should you be about coronavirus variants? A virologist explains his concerns
By Paulo Verardi, The Conversation
Spring has sprung, and there is a sense of relief in the air. After one year of lockdowns and …
Yes, All Immigrants Can Get the COVID-19 Vaccine—Even Those Who Are Undocumented
By Melissa Cruz, Immigration Impact
Since the start of the pandemic, many immigrants have been left out of federal COVID-19 relief packages. Both undocumented …
UK Variant Now the Dominant COVID-19 Strain In US
By Lindsay Kalter, WebMD
The highly transmissible and deadly U.K. coronavirus strain, B.1.1.7, is now the most common form of COVID-19 in the United …
Here’s how to help your kids break out of their pandemic bubble and transition back to being with others
By Dominique A. Phillips and Jill Ehrenreich-May, The Conversation
Pilar’s parents took all the recommended precautions to shield her from the dangers of COVID-19. …
CDC: Vaccinated Americans can now travel
By ERIN BANCO (Politico)
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Friday that fully vaccinated Americans can resume domestic and overseas travel as long as they wear …
West African Hair Braiding Industry Is Being Destroyed by the Pandemic
As the COVID pandemic continues to harm businesses in New York City, West African hair braiders find other ways to survive.
By Houreidja Tall, Documented NY
Before the pandemic, West African hair braiding salons in Harlem were a one-stop shop for advice among hair braiders …
Family and friends can be key to helping end domestic violence, study suggests
By Krista M. Chronister, The Conversation
The COVID-19 pandemic and strategies to prevent its spread, such as self-quarantine and travel restrictions, have isolated families …
Are We Looking at the Fourth Covid-19 Surge, Already?
Empty New York City Subway Train Above Ground during the Covid-19 Pandemic – January 4 2021 (Shutterstock)
The US is at a pivotal juncture …
NY lawmakers pass bill to repeal COVID-19 liability protections for nursing homes, hospitals
By David Robinson, Democrat and Chronicle
New York lawmakers passed legislation Wednesday that repeals COVID-19 legal liability protections granted to nursing homes and hospitals amid growing …
COVID Vaccine Rollout
By Linda N., Special to CAW
In a webinar organized by the Ryan/Chelsea-Clinton Community Health Center under the executive director’s hosting leadership, Daniel Pichinson …