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This week marks three years since COVID-19 was declared a global health emergency. Here's a look back at the three months that changed the world
1 year, 11 months ago

This week marks three years since COVID-19 was declared a global health emergency. Here's a look back at the three months that changed the world

ABC  

It's been three years since the World Health Organization declared the novel coronavirus outbreak a public health emergency of international concern. February 27 Government activates emergency response Mr Morrison says he is elevating Australia's response because "the risk of global pandemic is very much upon us". March 18 Australians told 'do not travel' abroad For the first time in history, …

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With California hit by new coronavirus wave, time to start wearing masks? Limit gatherings?
2 years, 7 months ago

With California hit by new coronavirus wave, time to start wearing masks? Limit gatherings?

LA Times  

As California contends with another resurgence of the coronavirus, what should residents consider doing to protect themselves from infection? “With all of the unknowns around these new variants, it is sensible to take the simple step of putting back on the mask when you’re indoors,” said Barbara Ferrer, the county’s public health director. But regardless of a region’s level, “individuals …

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Supreme Court gives partial win to churches fighting California’s limits on indoor worship services
4 years, 1 month ago

Supreme Court gives partial win to churches fighting California’s limits on indoor worship services

LA Times  

The Supreme Court was asked to open church services, despite the danger posed by the coronavirus The Supreme Court told California judges on Thursday to take another hard look at state rules that ban most indoor worship services. Rather than issue a separate decision responding to a religious-liberty challenge to California’s restrictions, the high court issued a brief, unsigned order …

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These GOP governors long resisted masks and coronavirus rules. Now their states are in crisis.
4 years, 1 month ago

These GOP governors long resisted masks and coronavirus rules. Now their states are in crisis.

CNN  

CNN — Since Covid-19 hit US shores, Republican governors in the Upper Midwest and Northern Plains have largely taken a hands-off approach. Mark Gordon said Friday, “and they’re being irresponsible.” Yet other governors, including in South Dakota, have continued to resist taking actions like requiring masks. Per capita, North Dakota has the most new coronavirus cases and deaths over the …

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Washington state enacts new Covid restrictions
4 years, 1 month ago

Washington state enacts new Covid restrictions

CNN  

CNN — Washington state on Sunday announced new coronavirus restrictions, months after suffering the country’s first major outbreaks. By reinstating prevention measures, the governor indicated he hoped to avoid increased strain on hospitals, long-term economic damage, and “untold numbers of deaths.” “Left unchecked, will assuredly result in grossly overburdened hospitals,” he said. And we’re making some hard decisions in that …

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Wisconsin governor restricts public indoor gatherings
4 years, 3 months ago

Wisconsin governor restricts public indoor gatherings

Associated Press  

MADISON, Wis. — Gov. Tony Evers’ administration issued a new order Tuesday limiting the size of public indoor gatherings as COVID-19 spreads unchecked across the state, in a move certain to alienate Republicans as well as tavern and restaurant owners. The order from state Department of Health Services Secretary Andrea Palm, a member of Evers’ cabinet, limits public indoor gatherings …

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South: Coronavirus-Related Restrictions By State
4 years, 8 months ago

South: Coronavirus-Related Restrictions By State

NPR  

South: Coronavirus-Related Restrictions By State Enlarge this image toggle caption Lynne Sladky/AP Lynne Sladky/AP NPR is tracking coronavirus-related developments in all 50 states, Puerto Rico and the District of Columbia so you can read up on your state's COVID-19 response and how it compares to others. An executive order effective Nov. 25 through Dec. 11 expands the state's mask mandate, …

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Coronavirus measures in Victoria send hospitality industry to 'the brink of collapse'
4 years, 9 months ago

Coronavirus measures in Victoria send hospitality industry to 'the brink of collapse'

ABC  

Melbourne's hospitality leaders say they are facing an unprecedented crisis amid the coronavirus pandemic and if the Government does not step in, the entire industry could collapse. Key points: On the day a ban on non-essential indoor gatherings of more than 100 people was announced, Premier Daniel Andrews said tougher bans were likely in the future Victorian businesses that ignore …

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Large indoor gatherings banned, schools to stay open, Scott Morrison tells Australians not to leave the country in face of coronavirus pandemic
4 years, 9 months ago

Large indoor gatherings banned, schools to stay open, Scott Morrison tells Australians not to leave the country in face of coronavirus pandemic

ABC  

Non-essential indoor gatherings of more than 100 people have been banned by the Federal Government as the country responds to the coronavirus pandemic. Prime Minister Scott Morrison also warned Australians not to leave the country as the disease spreads, saying: "We haven't seen this sort of thing in Australia since the end of the First World War." The Prime Minister …

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CORONAVIRUS CASES IN AUSTRALIA
4 years, 10 months ago

CORONAVIRUS CASES IN AUSTRALIA

Daily Mail  

Read articles that feature this panel Australians could be entitled to extra time off work if they're struck down with coronavirus under emergency 'quarantine leave' rules Unions are calling for emergency measures to protect the sick leave and holiday leave of workers forced to stay home for coronavirus. Australian workers are told to STAY HOME if they feel sick as …

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