Even tho this article's tips are NYC-specific, many of these ideas can be applied to virtually any urban setting in the United States. I've also included a notice from my local Community Board with additional helpful info. https://www.curbed.com/article/nyc-coronavirus-test-without-long-lines.html? DEC. 11, 2020 Here’s Where to Get a COVID Test Without Waiting for Hours By Caroline SpivackThe line … Continue reading Where to get your COVID test without waiting
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Geez, is there any distance that’s COVID safe?
These studies indicate that air circulation is as important as distance when inside. Nasty. https://www.latimes.com/world-nation/story/2020-12-09/five-minutes-from-20-feet-away-south-korean-study-shows-perils-of-indoor-dining-for-covid-19 Infected after 5 minutes, from 20 feet away: South Korea study shows coronavirus’ spread indoors By VICTORIA KIMDEC. 9, 202011:23 AMSEOUL — Dr. Lee Ju-hyung has largely avoided restaurants in recent months, but on the few occasions he’s dined out, he’s developed … Continue reading Geez, is there any distance that’s COVID safe?
Indoor dining fastest growing source of COVID infections
Note the distinction between "fastest-growing" and major. Indoor dining has been made a scapegoat. The shutdown Monday may be the death knell for many struggling restaurants -- and it's probably not strictly necessary. Bars are a different case. Indoor Dining Is Fastest-Growing Source of COVID-19 Spread in New York, State Says Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s budget … Continue reading Indoor dining fastest growing source of COVID infections
Apple Fitness+ begins December 14th
As mentioned in one of today's other posts, the Fitness+ subscription is included in the Apple One bundle. https://www.wsj.com/articles/apple-fitness-watch-virtual-home-gym-workouts-11607433840? Powered by Apple Watch, Fitness+ Builds a Virtual Home Gym Fitness+, Apple’s new subscription service for on-demand workouts, arrives next week with 21 trainers across 10 disciplines. A GYM IN YOUR POCKET Launching next week, with … Continue reading Apple Fitness+ begins December 14th
Isn’t the anonymous COVID contact app on your phone yet?
I've written before about the app produced by Apple and Google that anonymously notifies persons that someone near them has been identified as having COVID. It can save a lot of time and advance medical treatment to know that as soon as possible. Turns out their effort was considered to be worthy of recognition. https://www.appleworld.today/blog/2020/12/1/applegoogles-exposure-notifications-system-wins-a-best-of-whats-new-awards … Continue reading Isn’t the anonymous COVID contact app on your phone yet?
If you live in NYC, or are curious about NYC COVID stats, here’s the link you need
This website is a treasure trove of up-to-date info on the COVID numbers for NYC. I usually go straight to "Percent Positive and Test Rate by Zip Code (last 7 days"). Click on Table, then type in the zip code. Eureka! https://www1.nyc.gov/site/doh/covid/covid-19-data.page
Without bars or sports to watch with buddies, male friendships are changing
The stresses and pressures of the COVID world with its isolation, working from home, and wiping out of many places where men could easily congregate has pushed men to consider whether drinking with their buddies was enough to constitute a friendship. This article does an excellent job of describing a possible future when males will … Continue reading Without bars or sports to watch with buddies, male friendships are changing
Make your face masks fit better
https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/637725/better-fitting-face-mask-trick Doctor’s 60-Second Trick Makes Any Face Mask Fit Better BY Michele Debczak November 25, 2020 Mika Baumeister, Unsplash As face masks have become part of daily life, people have come up with innovative ways to make them more comfortable and effective. There are tricks for masking up without hurting your ears, fogging up your … Continue reading Make your face masks fit better
A guide to quarantining after traveling out of state
Even tho this is written for California's quarantine rules, all states have added new COVID travel restrictions. Look up the rules in your state -- or simply use these which should satisfy all states' requirements. https://www.latimes.com/science/story/2020-11-27/how-to-quarantine-after-covid-19-travel-during-the-holidays A short guide to quarantining after holiday travel By Jessica Roy Nov. 27, 20207 AM If you traveled over the … Continue reading A guide to quarantining after traveling out of state
How to clean and maintain your non-disposable face masks
https://www.npr.org/sections/goatsandsoda/2020/11/13/934504830/coronavirus-faq-how-do-i-clean-my-mask-washing-machine-oven-broccoli-steamer Coronavirus FAQ: How Do I Clean My Mask — Washing Machine? Oven? Broccoli Steamer? November 13, 20205:17 PM ET Sheila Mulrooney Eldred Each week, we answer frequently asked questions about life during the coronavirus crisis. If you have a question you'd like us to consider for a future post, email us at goatsandsoda@npr.org with … Continue reading How to clean and maintain your non-disposable face masks
A COVID-fighting tool on your phone — just turn it on
Click thru for the illustrations altho all you really need to download the app for your state and turn it on. It's that simple. https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2020/11/18/coronavirus-app-exposure-alerts/ A covid-fighting tool is buried in your phone. Turn it on. Millions of Americans now have access to free, anonymous coronavirus exposure notifications. Too bad so few people use them. … Continue reading A COVID-fighting tool on your phone — just turn it on
How to say “no” gracefully to holiday get-togethers
Protect yourself and others by staying in your own nest for the holidays. No outside guests other than by phone or the computer is likely to save lives. Nervous About Get-Togethers Because of Rising Covid Cases? Here’s How to Say No Gracefully Higher virus rates and colder weather are making social interactions riskier. But there … Continue reading How to say “no” gracefully to holiday get-togethers
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