The CDC Cuts Quarantine Days in Half

The CDC’s decision last week to cut the asymptomatic COVID-19 isolation period in half, from ten to five days, sparked outrage as officials stated it was partly to allow individuals to return to work sooner. It came just a week after certain businesses, including Delta Air Lines, wrote to the CDC demanding a modification. ToContinue reading “The CDC Cuts Quarantine Days in Half”

New Covid-19 Variant Omicron Surfaces Globally

Just when life feels like it’s getting somewhat back to normal, prior to the Pandemic, a new variant of the virus emerges in the Eastern hemisphere. The spreading variant was first detected in South Africa and later found its way into England, the Netherlands, Germany, Italy, etc. Now, the virus has come onto the westernContinue reading “New Covid-19 Variant Omicron Surfaces Globally”

COVID-19 Update: A Healthcare Dilemma & Opening Borders

It’s no surprise that the healthcare system feels overwhelmed and is bearing more than it can handle. Newer issues surrounding the vaccine rise due to the hesitancy of pregnant women taking it. Pregnant women are reluctant to take the vaccine because they feel they’re putting their unborn child at great risk. During the initial riseContinue reading “COVID-19 Update: A Healthcare Dilemma & Opening Borders”

Vaccines: A New Approach to Ending The Opioid Epidemic

Vaccines are a powerful tool used to protect the human body from contracting many harmful diseases ranging from small pox to Covid-19. Although the process of creating vaccines are different for every illness the principle remains the same. Vaccines are designed to trigger the patients own immune system to develop antibodies against a target. TheseContinue reading “Vaccines: A New Approach to Ending The Opioid Epidemic”

COVID-19 Updates

On March 5, 2021 Arizona Governor Doug Ducey announced that due to a drop in COVID rates in the state, physical distancing and mask protocols will remain in place, however restaurants, gyms, theaters, water parks, bowling alleys, and bars providing dine in services are now allowed to be open to full capacity. Spring Training andContinue reading “COVID-19 Updates”

President-Elect Joe Biden’s Stimulus Plan

In less than a week, President-elect Joe Biden will be confirmed as the 46th President of the United States. Amid a second impeachment, capitol riots, and general civil unrest, Biden has unveiled his plan to launch a 1.9 trillion dollar coronavirus package. The plan titled “America Rescue Plan” comes after a year-long battle of conflictingContinue reading “President-Elect Joe Biden’s Stimulus Plan”

Arizona COVID-19 Update

As of January 7th, Arizona has taken its place as the number one COVID-19 hotspot in the world, based on cases per-capita. Health officials are seeing approximately 118.3 new cases for every 100,000 citizens. ICU’s have reached record capacity, with the number of hospitalizations increasing daily at a rapid rate. With this impossible challenge, health-officials are looking for leadershipContinue reading “Arizona COVID-19 Update”

COVID 19 Vaccine: How Close are We?

Canada and the United Kingdom were among the first of three countries to approve and administer the first Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines. While there are a few similar vaccines in the pipeline, Pfizer is the only company to receive emergency authorization. Comparatively, the United States reported record-breaking case numbers on Wednesday. Earlier today, the first shipmentContinue reading “COVID 19 Vaccine: How Close are We?”

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