This year has arguably been one of the worst in modern history, with death, disease, sadness and hatred running more rampant than many of us have seen before, but the end to this time of distress may be coming soon. The U.S. has approved the Pfizer vaccine for citizens and is working on approving other vaccines to combat COVID-19, which will likely reduce the amount of death … [Read more...]
Orlando VA Begins COVID-19 Vaccinations
The Orlando Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Center began vaccinating veterans in long-term care facilities against COVID-19 and started vaccinating health employees on Dec. 16. The Orlando VA healthcare system is one of 37 VA centers across the country that are first to offer the vaccine, due to its ability to store the vaccine at extremely cold temperatures and vaccinate … [Read more...]
Nonahood Businesses and COVID-19: Practical Methods for Addressing Employee and Customer Safety
Due to COVID-19, there is a real-time shift with Nonahood businesses as some stores are still temporarily closed, whereas others are now empty storefronts. Fortunately, some establishments have found a path for re-opening while balancing the safety of their employees and the public. The measures taken to safely re-open these businesses vary, with some using Centers for Disease … [Read more...]
New Bus Wrap Encourages People to ‘Do Your Part’ to Prevent the Spread of COVID-19
On Aug. 3, Orange County Mayor Jerry L. Demings, along with LYNX, Orlando Economic Partnership, and Visit Orlando officials, revealed art covering a 60-foot LYNX bus at the Orange County Administration Building. The bus is wrapped in images of people wearing masks and includes the hashtag #DoYourPartORL in support of the Safer, Stronger, Together campaign that encourages … [Read more...]
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Florida Temporarily Closing Due to COVID-19
In a July 6 statement released by the Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) of Central Florida, the nonprofit organization declared they would be temporarily closing their houses in Orlando until July 18. This decision was made following the discovery of positive COVID-19 cases found in their houses. The nonprofit believes that closing their doors temporarily is the best way … [Read more...]
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