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Studies: Hospitals, physicians more trusted for disseminating COVID-19…
Scott E. Rupp Medical & Allied HealthcareWhen Americans want information about COVID-19 and a potential vaccine, they are more likely to believe news from their local hospitals than federal agencies, a new study by The Harris Poll says. It recently asked more than 2,000 adults how trustworthy they believe different sources are when attempting to understand where they can get accurate information about developing a COVID-19 vaccine.
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How the CDC’s ban on evictions affects small landlords
Terri Williams Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementOn Sept. 1, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced an order to halt residential evictions through Dec. 31, 2020. The CDC issued the order under Section 361 of the Public Health Service Act in an effort to prevent the further spread of COVID-19. The CDC notes that the order doesn't relieve individuals of their obligation to pay rent, and doesn't preclude charging or collecting fees, penalties, and interest as the result of failing to pay rent in a timely manner.
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Tips for ESL teachers to prepare students for tests
Douglas Magrath EducationTesting in ESL is the means of assessing the learners' progress in specific skill areas. Teachers need to make their own tests to measure the learners' progress to examine specific skill areas and to discover deficiencies. Some books come with premade tests, or the ESL department may provide tests, but most teachers will have to develop their own tests during a given course.
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US payrolls add 1.4 million jobs; unemployment rate drops to 8.4%
Seth Sandronsky Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementEmployers added 1.4 million nonfarm new hires in August, down from the creation of 1.8 million jobs in July, according to the federal Bureau of Labor Statistics. August’s rate of unemployment fell to 8.4% from July’s 10.2%. Driving such improvements were economic reopening and Census 2020 hiring. The number of unemployed workers on temporary layoff dropped to 6.2 million in August compared with July’s 9.2 million, according to the BLS.
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Infographic: The complete guide to authentication methods
Dylan Press Science & TechnologyIn 2018, 81% of security incidents were tied to stolen or weak passwords. Passwords just aren't secure, and hackers attack every 39 seconds. So, how do we achieve security online? This infographic outlines alternative authentication methods as well as the security level of each.
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The most important RV list: The departure checklist
Cindy Belt Recreation & LeisureThere are plenty of lists online on what to take when RVing. I find a list for leaving a campsite even more important. If you are new to RVing, this is a critical step. Even for the experienced RVer, it is helpful for those mornings when you leave when you are still groggy, under pressure to clear the site quickly, interrupted in your routine by something, or if it has been awhile since you left a campsite after a long stay. Everyone’s list is different. Here are some suggestions.
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Survey: ‘Long haulers’ report lingering, numerous symptoms…
Dorothy L. Tengler Medical & Allied HealthcareA recent survey conducted by researchers affiliated with Survivor Corps, a not-for-profit, grassroots movement that connects COVID-19 survivors to the medical, scientific, and academic research community, suggests that COVID-19 symptoms may linger for weeks or months after an initial diagnosis of the disease and include everything from joint pain and fevers to hair loss and double vision. In fact, these victims of the virus have self-nicknamed themselves the "long haulers" and report nearly 100 different symptoms.
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How to use a video as a prelude to a board meeting
Robert C. Harris Association Management"We are volunteers, we have real jobs. How do we know where to focus our energy and what to expect at board meetings?" is a question from busy directors. Board meetings are infrequent. When the meetings do occur, it is an occasion that benefits from preparation. To build excitement and understanding for a meeting, use a video prelude and a consent agenda.
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COVID-19 migration study shows where people are flocking to, fleeing from
Terri Williams Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementThe pandemic has caused many people to shelter in place. However, people are also looking for new places in which to hunker down. And a new COVID-19 migration report by HireAHelper sheds light on not only where people are moving from and to, but also why. The report is based on moves that took place between January 2020 and June 2020. Among cities, San Francisco and New York had 80% more people moving out than moving in.
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How to use LinkedIn more effectively for actual connections
Linda Popky Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementI was an early LinkedIn adopter, and over the years I’ve accepted most requests to connect that seemed legitimate. However, in the last year, I’ve noticed more and more connection requests that seem to be nothing more than a thinly veiled pitch to sell me something. Some people don't take no for an answer. How do you avoid this trap when you send out connection invitations? Here are a few things to consider.