Latest COVID-19 Update & Vaccination Guidelines - January 18, 2024
The update covers key messages on COVID-19 vaccination, the Novavax vaccine, and treatment options for COVID cases. Vaccination is recommended for individuals above four years old with updated vaccines available since September 12, 2023. Novavax is a protein subunit vaccine that triggers the immune
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Essential COVID-19 Employee Training Guide
This comprehensive employee training guide covers COVID-19 protection measures, workplace hazards, symptoms to watch out for, high-risk groups, common health conditions with higher risks, emergency warning signs, COVID-19 spread, and distinguishing between COVID-19 and allergies. It emphasizes the i
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Insights into COVID-19 Management in Pregnancy
This content presents a detailed case study of a 33-year-old pregnant woman with suspected COVID-19, covering her symptoms, diagnostic tests, admission criteria, treatment considerations, and post-recovery follow-up. It also discusses triage assessment, investigations, and admission protocols for pr
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Understanding Long Covid: Overview and Case Discussion
Long Covid, also known as post-Covid condition, refers to persistent symptoms lasting at least 2 months after the initial Covid-19 infection. Symptoms can include fatigue, shortness of breath, and cognitive dysfunction, impacting daily life. Around 10-30% of Covid patients may experience Long Covid,
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Effectiveness of Steroids in COVID-19 Treatment: Insights from Recent Studies
Recent studies delve into the impact of different steroids on mortality and organ support in hospitalized COVID-19 patients. The use of dexamethasone showed a significant reduction in 28-day mortality, especially in patients requiring oxygen support. On the other hand, the REMAP-CAP trial assessed t
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Wulfric Ladies Hockey Club 2019/20 AGM & COVID Return to Hockey Meeting
The Wulfric Ladies Hockey Club held its AGM and COVID return to hockey meeting, covering reports from the captain, treasurer, and fixtures secretary. Discussion included COVID strategies, election of officers, and updates on team positions and finances. A new COVID Officer role was introduced to ens
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IPC and Behavior Change Strategies for COVID-19 Positive Healthcare Workers at MC Hospital
This review discusses the implementation of infection prevention and control (IPC) measures and behavior change strategies for COVID-19 positive healthcare workers at MC Hospital. The presentation outlines the introduction of the hospital, COVID-19 positive staff statistics, IPC strategies, outcomes
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UK Economic Activity Update: Impact of COVID-19
UK's economic activity and output have seen significant impacts due to the COVID-19 pandemic. While GDP has shown signs of recovery, it remains below pre-pandemic levels. Weekly hours worked have increased but are still below pre-pandemic levels, and the number of payrolled employees is gradually ri
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Impacts of COVID-19 on Agriculture and Food Systems in Rwanda: Evidence from Farmers' Cooperatives
This study assesses the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on agriculture and food systems in Rwanda, specifically in Huye and Nyamagabe districts. Funded by EPRN, the research aims to understand the implications of the pandemic, review government responses, and propose policy options to enhance secto
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Macro-Economic Impacts of COVID-19 in Mauritius: Research Findings and Policy Recommendations
The webinar conducted by Dr. T. Juwaheer and Ms. K. Appadoo from the University of Mauritius shed light on the significant macro-economic impacts of COVID-19 in Mauritius. They discussed the current status, negative impacts on various industries, industries likely to receive boosts, and key facts an
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Lessons Learned and Actions Taken in UNECE Countries to Address COVID-19 Impacts on Intermodal Transport
The article discusses the impacts of COVID-19 on intermodal transport and logistics, highlighting lessons learned and actions taken in UNECE countries to mitigate negative effects. It emphasizes the need for coordinated efforts, economic measures, and adaptation strategies in the face of crises, wit
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Impact of COVID-19 on 2019-2020 School Performance Reports in New Jersey
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic significantly impacted the New Jersey Department of Education's ability to measure school performance and student achievement in the 2019-2020 reports. Certain data elements, such as statewide assessment data, growth data, and attendance rates, were not included in the
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Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust Post Covid-19 Reset Overview
Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust is prioritizing patient safety and excellence in healthcare post Covid-19. Their reset and recovery phase aims to resume urgent non-Covid services safely, focusing on cancer care, diagnostics, and outpatient treatments. The hospital has maintained 80% of pre-Co
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Insights on Excess Mortality and COVID-19 Prevalence in Bo City, Sierra Leone
Study by the HEAL-SL team examines excess mortality during the COVID-19 pandemic in Bo City, Sierra Leone. Findings suggest potential underreporting of COVID-related deaths and highlight the importance of seroprevalence studies in understanding the impact of the virus. The research includes analysis
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Lessons Learned from Leeds Long COVID Community Rehabilitation Pathway Implementation
This document explores the implementation of the Leeds Long COVID Community Rehabilitation Pathway, highlighting the criteria for Post-COVID-19 syndrome, the role of primary care in referral pathways, and the success of the rehabilitation service in managing and supporting patients in the longer ter
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Rehabilitation Considerations During the COVID-19 Outbreak
Rehabilitation services during the COVID-19 pandemic are crucial for continuing essential care and optimizing outcomes, especially for individuals with severe COVID-19 cases. Considerations for non-COVID-19 rehabilitation services must be maintained to address acute injuries, post-surgical recovery,
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North West London Long Covid Psychology Service Overview
North West London Long Covid Psychology Service, led by Dr. Katy Bradbury and Amiad Abrahams, offers a comprehensive biopsychosocial approach to treating Long Covid. The service follows a tiered treatment model, integrating psychological formulation and treatment, and emphasizes patient-centered car
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COVID Unit Playbook for Quick Transition: Operations and Staff Preparation
This resource provides guidance for units needing to transition quickly to a COVID unit or accommodate COVID+ or PUI patients with additional beds. It covers unit operations, preparation, and staff readiness, with important documents available on the Advocate Aurora COVID page. Key aspects include c
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OB-COVID Surge Plan for OBGYN Department Inpatient Care
The OB-COVID Surge Plan outlines the strategies and roles for managing COVID-positive and persons under investigation (PUI) patients in the OBGYN department. The plan includes creating a dedicated OB-COVID team, adjusting inpatient faculty coverage, coordinating with various specialties, and ensurin
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Socio-Economic Impacts of Offshore Wind Farm Projects: A Study on Marine Renewable Energy
The paper presented at the IAIA Brisbane Session delves into the socio-economic impacts of Offshore Wind Farm (OWF) projects, focusing on the EU context, the range of impacts, research methodologies, and predicted versus actual impacts. The study reviews Environmental Statements (ESs) and case studi
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Employee Awareness: COVID-19 Guidance and Safety Measures
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought significant impacts to our society and economy. As we gradually reopen our services, it is crucial to follow safety guidelines to suppress the virus spread. This briefing provides essential information on measures implemented by the Council, how to protect oneself a
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COVID-19 Points of Entry (POE) Simulation Exercise Overview
The COVID-19 Points of Entry (POE) Simulation Exercise involves a Table-Top Exercise (TTX) that simulates a health emergency scenario to evaluate the preparedness of national stakeholders at main airports. The exercise aims to strengthen existing plans, procedures, and response capabilities for mana
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Economic Impacts of COVID-19: April 2021 Update
The monthly briefing on the economic impacts of COVID-19 provides the latest insights, focusing on Herefordshire's economy. Despite the easing of lockdown restrictions, data suggests a mixed impact, with some sectors faring better than others. National and international research indicates potential
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Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office COVID-19 Response & Website Communication
Jail COVID-19 response at Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office involves housing individuals in quarantine and medical isolation, with precautionary observation for new arrests. General population has no reported COVID-19 symptoms. Individuals in quarantine include those with close contact with suspecte
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Psychological Impact of Long Covid in Children and Young People
Psychological impact of Long Covid in children and young people includes sleep problems, worsening of pre-existing psychiatric symptoms, emotional distress like depression and anxiety, and mixed results in terms of quality of life and resilience. Beyond physical symptoms, psychological effects such
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Long COVID and Disability Research Program: Empowering Patients through Data
The Long COVID and Disability Research Program, led by a diverse team of patient-researchers, has made significant contributions to understanding Long COVID's impact and informing public health guidelines and policy. Their work has shed light on the demographics affected by Long COVID, highlighting
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Understanding Long COVID in Children - HIOW Pathway Overview
Explore the comprehensive pathway for children with Long COVID in the HIOW region, including definitions, symptoms, and management strategies. Learn about the signs and symptoms of Acute COVID-19, ongoing symptomatic COVID-19, and Post-COVID-19 syndrome. Discover the challenges faced by non-hospital
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Alleviating Misconceptions About Energy: Wildlife Impacts, Bird Mortality, Human Health, and Shadow Flicker
These slides address common misconceptions about energy, focusing on wildlife impacts, bird mortality from wind turbines, human health effects, and shadow flicker concerns. They highlight strategies to reduce wildlife impacts, comparisons of bird mortality with other structures, lack of evidence for
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Johns Hopkins Hospital COVID Update and Surge Plan
The GME Office at Johns Hopkins Hospital provided a situational update on 9/9/2021 regarding COVID numbers, trainee updates, and the state of the house. The hospital's leadership panel and surge plan for COVID patient management were discussed, along with details on COVID census, statewide hospitali
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COVID-19 Weekly Situation Report - Maldives Updates and Impacts
Maldives has reported 2261 positive COVID-19 cases with 412 active cases, 1839 recoveries, and 8 deaths as of 25th June. The country has been implementing various measures to control the spread, including contact tracing and lockdowns. The economic, political, and health sectors are also experiencin
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Adult Learning and COVID-19: Impacts and Future Perspectives
This report discusses the impacts of the COVID-19 crisis on adult learning, explores the role of adult learning in crises, and provides insights to support discussions at national and European levels. It covers effects of COVID-19, coping mechanisms in the adult learning sector, and early scenarios
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Impacts of COVID-19 on Small Islands and Developing States in the Caribbean
The meeting on special security concerns highlighted the potential changes in threat vectors and vulnerabilities due to COVID-19 in the Caribbean region. The pandemic has had a multifaceted impact on economic prosperity, public health, and public security. It has disrupted global supply chains, lead
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Workplace COVID-19 Prevention Program Overview
Workplace COVID-19 Prevention Program (CPP) is essential to ensure employee health and safety by preventing COVID-19 exposure and spread. The program includes employee training, implementation of preventive measures, cleaning protocols, quarantine procedures, and return-to-work guidelines. Regular s
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COVID-19: The Silent Passenger - Operational Insights and Responses
Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, this operational story delves into the early impacts, importance of keeping staff and passengers safe, current impacts on ridership, and the actions and efforts taken to maintain a safe working environment. From pre-COVID uncertainties to the implementation of safety meas
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Marine Aquaculture Impacts on Submersed Aquatic Vegetation
The document explores the impacts of structures and shading used in commercial shellfish mariculture activities on submersed aquatic vegetation, particularly seagrasses. It discusses the varying effects of mariculture structures on eelgrass density, productivity, and the potential habitat they provi
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Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on U.S. Census Bureau International Migration Data
The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted the collection and analysis of international migration data by the U.S. Census Bureau. Challenges include decentralized data sources, bureaucratic hurdles, and survey disruptions. The American Community Survey (ACS) plays a crucial role in estimating
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Salivary Gustin and Taste Dysfunction in Long-COVID Patients
The research explores the association between taste perception and the duration of COVID infection in long-COVID and COVID-reinfection cases. Reduced salivary gustin levels correlated with lower taste scores in long-COVID patients. The study also found an increase in the bitter taste receptor gene e
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Economic Impacts of COVID-19 on Heart of the South West LEP Area
The economic impacts of COVID-19 on the Heart of the South West LEP area are detailed in a report by Gabrielle Climie from Marchmont Observatory. The report covers national context, local impact, sectoral impact, local strategy projections, productivity impact, and more, highlighting challenges face
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Insights into COVID-19 Analytics, Impacts, and Research Programs
Explore the comprehensive initiatives led by David Atkins, MD, MPH, addressing COVID-19 analytics and impacts. Delve into health services research, including rapid synthesis of evidence, observational studies, and modeling. Discover the contributions of QUERI in the VA's fight against COVID-19, high
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Enhancing COVID-19 Data Integration and Comparison with GeoCOVID Watch
This initiative, supported by the European Commission, focuses on addressing the challenges of data interoperability in COVID-19-related datasets. By leveraging geospatial data and cutting-edge technologies, the project aims to improve the understanding of the pandemic's impacts through standardized
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