Coronavirus
HHS to Start Testing Your Poop for COVID-19
Testing will cover approximately 10% of Americans within the next six weeks, with an option to expand that to 30% within another nine weeks.
How the Government Shifted Its Onboarding Strategy During the Pandemic
Despite a largely remote workforce, the government hasn’t stopped hiring employees, especially those performing critical mission functions.
Cybercriminals Strike Schools Amid Pandemic
At least 16 school districts have been victimized in a rash of ransomware attacks since the end of July.
Google Shows Huge Panic Attack Rise During COVID
Researchers found a major jump in searches related to anxiety, panic attacks, and treatments for panic attacks, especially remote and self-care techniques.
The Military’s Latest Wearables Can Detect Illness Two Days Before You Get Sick
Some 400 troops are testing the devices, trained on nearly a quarter million cases to detect COVID and a whole lot more.
Teens Want COVID-19 Advice that Gives Them Safe Ways to Socialize – Not Just Rules for What They Can’t Do
As the pandemic continues, public health messaging will have to help young people find ways to socialize safely and speak to them in their language and on their platforms.
Good Nutrition Can Contribute to Keeping COVID-19 and Other Diseases Away
Many Americans don’t consume nearly enough of the essential nutrients our bodies need to function properly.
Survey: Most Teleworking Federal Employees Expect to Remain Home for At Least Six More Months
Many more feds say COVID-19 is having little impact on operations than at pandemic outset.
Survey: More than Half the Tech Workforce Say Pandemic Hurting Career Progression
Networking opportunities during the COVID-19 pandemic have been at a minimum, and it’s negatively impacting the private-sector workforce.
Employers in D.C. Region Expect Some Remote Work Into Mid-2021, Survey Finds
About 60% of respondents anticipated less than a third of workers would return to the office by early September because of coronavirus risks. Some are planning for a portion of staff to still be working remotely even next summer.
Calls for Investigations, Resignations Ramp Up Over Allegations of Political Interference at Federal Agencies
Democrats are probing potential improper political influence at several different agencies across government.
Strict Distancing Keeps Your COVID Risk Much Lower
Using public transportation, visiting a place of worship, or otherwise traveling from the home is associated with a significantly higher likelihood of testing positive, the researchers report.
To Connect with Other, Call Instead of Texting
Many people embrace texting to avoid awkwardness.
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