Health Care October 2020

I Had COVID—Am I Now Immune?

Based on the information we now have, while those infected with COVID-19 will develop antibodies, those antibodies do not mean the person cannot be reinfected.

Health Care October 2020

COVID: Can You Be Contagious And Test Negative?

Test accuracy, incubation period and when a COVID test is administered can mean an individual can test negative and still be infected. Asymptomatic people can still spread the virus.

Health Care October 2020

FDA Approves First COVID-19 Drug

The FDA has approved remdesivir to treat COVID-19. A WHO-led study found the antiviral drug did not help with hospitalized COVID patients. Two other studies found the drug beneficial.

Legal October 2020

US To Get 9th Justice

Despite attempts by Democrats to block her confirmation, at this point Amy Coney Barrett becoming the 9th Supreme Court Justice appears to be a foregone conclusion.

Global October 2020

Colby College Opens $200M Athletic Facility

Colby College has opened the Harold Alfond Athletics and Recreation Center, which includes tennis courts, hydrotherapy pools, a 42-foot climbing wall and fitness studios.

Health Care October 2020

What Do We Know About Superspreader Events?

The term “superspreader” has been used often in the news lately. But what exactly constitutes a superspreader event? And how much do such events impact the overall rate of infections?

Health Care October 2020

Oregon's State Of Emergency Extended To Jan. 2

Oregon’s state of emergency has been extended until Jan. 2; officials have attributed COVID cases rising in part to Labor Day gatherings and college students returning to campus.

Health Care October 2020

How Does COVID-19 Contact Tracing Work?

Recently, Hispanic Outlook ran an article explaining what exactly constitutes a superspreader. Following up on this, the following piece concretely explains contact tracing.

Global October 2020

Jobless Claims Fall To 751,000

Although jobless claims fell in 30 states, rising in confirmed COVID-19 infections in nearly every state (and federal aid being cut off) could weaken the economy in the months ahead.

Financing October 2020

Free Tuition For Low-Income Student Suspended

UConn has hit the pause button on its Connecticut Commitment program scholarships, which are for students of families who make under $50,000/year.

Legal October 2020

Ban On Tuition Payments To Religious Schools

Maine’s ban on religious schools from a high school tuition voucher program was upheld in the 1st U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals. Case could go before the Supreme Court.

Legal October 2020

Supreme Court Issues Flurry Of Election Orders

The U.S. Supreme Court is currently making rulings regarding voting in the 2020 Election in the following states: North Carolina, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin.

Global November 2020

Do Non-Battleground States’ Votes Matter?

Votes in non-battleground states can impact issues like the pandemic, abortion, crime, racial inequalities, climate change, money for schools, infrastructure and health care.

Global November 2020

Will We Know Who Won On Election Night?

The main reason Americans may go to bed on Nov. 3 not knowing who won the presidency is because mail ballots usually require more time to process than those cast in person.

Global November 2020

The Real Reasons For Long Voting Lines

Many things can contribute to long lines on Election Day, including heavier-than-expected turnout, understaffing, social distancing measures and poll machines not working.