https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2020/04/27/a-new-doctor-faces-the-coronavirus-in-queens This article recounts a current E.R. doctor, Hashem Zikry’s experience in medical school, and what he is experiencing firsthand as he works in the hospital now. He deals with the chaos in the E.R. and inhumanity of the disease as it takes the lives of patients right in front of his eyes. He describes … Read more
https://www.tmz.com/2020/04/20/stars-smoking-in-quarantine-happy-420/ Even as the coronavirus sweeps through the United States, people across the country have continued to celebrate April 20th, a sacred day for stoners. With social distancing preventing them from congregating in traditional smoke circles, many THC enthusiasts – celebrities and ordinary citizens alike – have conducted their 4/20 rituals online. Even in these … Read more
Together At Home On April 18th, 2020, Global Citizen held a virtual broadcast concert in efforts to support frontline healthcare workers and WHO by raising awareness, funds, and encouraging the public to stay at home. The biggest names in music, acting, television, and movies all entered the show with videos shot from home (Stevie Wonder, … Read more
https://ny.eater.com/2020/4/20/21227922/nyc-restaurateur-coronavirus-death-joe-migliucci-jose-torres-joe-joyce As the virus wreaks havoc on NYC, disadvantaged communities in Brooklyn, Queens, and Bronx have experienced particularly severe devastation. Legendary dining establishments, several with ownership that extends back more than five generations and served as cultural pillars in immigrant communities, lost their owners to the coronavirus.
https://www.newyorker.com/news/news-desk/some-days-i-feel-like-im-melting-how-single-mothers-in-new-york-city-are-coping-with-quarantine This article provides personal accounts of mothers who are dealing with the repercussions of economics and their emotional and mental wellbeings during this time as they care for their children and juggle many responsibilities.
These are two articles from CNN and the New York Times that talk about the influence of COVID-19 on the anti-vax movement. While there are still several people who staunchly oppose vaccines, as this person recently tweeted, there are some who are rethinking their stance, given the severity of the pandemic.
https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/493740-new-biden-ad-hits-trump-for-feuding-with-governors-over-coronavirus The last several posts on Biden’s reaction to the coronavirus had a common theme: taking points of dissatisfaction with Trump’s history with the coronavirus and emphasizing that his response would be better. The most recent advertisement is no different; the ad criticizes the way the Trump has been working with governors during the crisis, … Read more
This article highlights some industries that are suffering from this pandemic, including youth sports. Many industries that cater to children, including youth sports and daycare services, are highly participation-based. While this article highlights youth sports, I can also think of other services that are suffering, from tutors, music teachers, daycare and after school care schools. … Read more
This article highlights some of the psychological effects and worries from parents about confinement, particularly for younger children that are still in development and trying to understand what is “normal”. For some children, confinement has turned into apathy and children are no longer engaging in stimulating activities. For parents, trying to keep children stimulated can … Read more
This article in the news section of Nature Research discusses current advances in antibody testing for COVID-19 and the limitations that come with it. While many politicians and others eager to open businesses back up and end social distancing are claiming that we are close to having antibody testing which will be able to determine … Read more
