John Oliver of Last Week Tonight has found a sport to watch with new content this summer

John Oliver of Last Week Tonight has concluded that we're going to have to wait for sports with large crowds or even large amounts of humans. But he has a replacement that he says is fun and gripping. Watch the show and discover what you're going to be watching later this summer. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z4gBMw64aqk If you … Continue reading John Oliver of Last Week Tonight has found a sport to watch with new content this summer

Outdoors is healthier but what matters is how close you are

After reading way too many articles, I've concluded that wearing a face mask when not at home is the kindest thing to do with others. People can quibble about the effectiveness of one variety over another but I am impressed by the very low positive test results of medical personnel who use them as compared … Continue reading Outdoors is healthier but what matters is how close you are

How long do the droplets from speech remain in the air?

https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/experiment-shows-human-speech-generates-droplets-that-linger-in-the-air-for-more-than-8-minutes/2020/05/13/7f293ba2-9557-11ea-82b4-c8db161ff6e5_story.html Experiment shows human speech generates droplets that linger in the air for more than 8 minutes Public health authorities recommend wearing a face covering to prevent spreading droplets that could contain the coronavirus. (Sergio Moraes/Reuters) By Joel Achenbach May 13, 2020 at 7:13 p.m. EDT Ordinary speech can emit small respiratory droplets that linger in the … Continue reading How long do the droplets from speech remain in the air?

Lobby heroes of the NYC lockdown

When I moved into a Manhattan apt, I had no idea how wonderful it would be to live somewhere with STAFF, including doormen. The welcomes and smiles have added to each day and the convenience has been obvious from the beginning. But they've added so much more over the years. But it's at times of … Continue reading Lobby heroes of the NYC lockdown

Things you’re unlikely to ever see again in an airport

https://bestlifeonline.com/airports-after-coronavirus/ Coronavirus is changing the way we travel—and it's time to say goodbye to these airport relics. By Sarah Crow May 11, 2020 Shutterstock/Davuja The coronavirus pandemic has undeniably hobbled the aviation industry, with travel restrictions, major vacation destination closures, and the understandable fear of boarding a plane packed with strangers prompting more and more … Continue reading Things you’re unlikely to ever see again in an airport

New Yorkers who fled are finding they miss home

As a transplant to Manhattan back in 2001, I've heard many a tale from those who thought they could leave the city and live happily elsewhere. Without exception, those who had been here awhile rather than just flitting thru, determined they'd made a huge mistake -- and almost immediately. If they were foolish enough to … Continue reading New Yorkers who fled are finding they miss home

Manhattan faces a reckoning from the wide acceptance of working at home

https://www.nytimes.com/2020/05/12/nyregion/coronavirus-work-from-home.html Before the coronavirus crisis, three of New York City’s largest commercial tenants — Barclays, JP Morgan Chase and Morgan Stanley — had tens of thousands of workers in towers across Manhattan. Now, as the city wrestles with when and how to reopen, executives at all three firms have decided that it is highly unlikely … Continue reading Manhattan faces a reckoning from the wide acceptance of working at home

What it’s like after you’ve been on a ventilator

Ventilators are, for now, the final recourse in treatment of COVID-19. The process itself is frightening as induced paralysis and total sedation are just the starting point. But being placed on a ventilator is also not an assurance of recovery with about 20% successfully being removed from one. What hasn't been discussed that much is … Continue reading What it’s like after you’ve been on a ventilator

5 appointments you won’t be able to schedule soon

https://www.eatthis.com/post-lockdown-appointments/ Assuming you're adhering to the latest government-backed guidelines By Colby Hall April 28, 2020 The world may be slowly starting to emerge from lockdown in places, but that doesn't mean life as we remember it will return to normal anytime soon. As it pertains to your healthcare needs and desires, there are many appointments … Continue reading 5 appointments you won’t be able to schedule soon

Side effects of wearing face masks

https://www.eatthis.com/face-masks-side-effects/ The masks help stop the coronavirus from spreading—if used correctly. By Alek Korab May 12, 2020 Your face mask is working double duty to protect everyone: It keeps you from spreading your germs and can stop other germs from getting into you. However, if used thoughtlessly, the masks can also cause unwanted side effects. … Continue reading Side effects of wearing face masks

How to stay safe as your options expand – a practical guide from experts

https://www.theatlantic.com/family/archive/2020/05/restaurants-stores-reopen-dos-and-donts/611314/ A Guide to Staying Safe as States Reopen Can I eat at a restaurant? Can I go shopping? Can I hug my friends again? Experts weigh in.Joe Pinsker May 7, 2020 New Yorkers at D​omino Park in Brooklyn, on May 3Michael Nagle / Redux May marks a new phase of the coronavirus pandemic in … Continue reading How to stay safe as your options expand – a practical guide from experts

If 80% of people in the U.S. would mask up, COVID-19 infections would plummet

https://www.vanityfair.com/news/2020/05/masks-covid-19-infections-would-plummet-new-study-says If 80% of Americans Wore Masks, COVID-19 Infections Would Plummet, New Study Says BY DAVID EWING DUNCAN MAY 8, 2020 People walk through Piazza Duomo in Milan on May 7th. Some restrictions were lifted this week in Italy.BY CARLO COZZOLI/SHUTTERSTOCK. It sounds too good to be true. But a compelling new study and computer model … Continue reading If 80% of people in the U.S. would mask up, COVID-19 infections would plummet