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Performed in decentralized labs, new COVID-19 test may deliver faster result…
Lynn Hetzler Medical & Allied HealthcareSpeculation and research suggest that there are as many as 20 times the cases of COVID-19 in the U.S. than have been confirmed by doctors. This disparity is largely due to the lack of testing and the urging of medical professionals that people with mild symptoms stay home to limit the spread. If widely adopted, a new method recently presented by researchers could return results in a fraction of the time, yield more accurate infection numbers, and help public health officials track the spread of the novel coronavirus with greater confidence. It would also allow local labs to perform testing using common equipment.
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Will kids affected by the digital divide be ready for next school year?
Sheilamary Koch EducationA poll of California parents conducted from March 26 to April 1 showed that a majority fear major educational setbacks for their children due to school closures. As 39 states confirm that schools will stay closed for the rest of the academic year and some begin to discuss closures extending into summer and fall, educators are grappling with how to sufficiently prepare students for next school year. "We are bracing ourselves for an unprecedented, historic academic regression experienced by our most fragile population of students," Alberto Carvalho, superintendent of Miami-Dade County Public Schools, told USA Today.
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President Trump signs Paycheck Protection Program 2.0
Seth Sandronsky Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementOn April 24, President Trump signed a second Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) of $484 billion to aid an economy that is shrinking sharply from the COVID-19 pandemic. In the past 35 days, as leisure, hospitality and retail businesses have closed across the U.S., over 24 million workers have filed claims for unemployment insurance. According to the president’s Twitter account, PPP 2.0 includes $310 billion to replenish the small business PPP, $75 billion for hospitals and $25 billion for COVID-19 tests.
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Why every marketer needs to refine their voice search strategy in the age…
Lisa Mulcahy MarketingAs the coronavirus has caused consumers to stay at home, their search needs have become more specific and focused. Right now, and for the foreseeable future, your customers and clients want convenience as they search to buy what they need. The best way you can give it to them: positioning your brand for success with a great voice strategy. Focus on these key areas and you'll be covered.
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Infographic: Wound care in the age of coronavirus
Brian Wallace Medical & Allied HealthcareWe are only months into the COVID-19 pandemic. With no clear end in sight, the serious effects of delaying wound care need to be addressed in a strategic way. The innovative solutions we create today will not only ensure continuous and compassionate care now but will also permanently shape the future of care delivery. This infographic outlines the migration to tech solutions like telehealth and what that means for something as crucial as wound care during the pandemic.
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How marketers should use live chat to connect with customers during COVID-19
Lisa Mulcahy MarketingAs a digital/social media marketer, you know the importance of addressing your customers' concerns promptly and effectively. Live chat can be a great way to accomplish this goal anytime — but right now, in the thick of the COVID-19 pandemic, it can be a more important tool than ever. So, what are the right moves you need to make to employ live chat correctly at this sensitive time? Focus on the following points to ensure you're covering all bases.
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How to stop biases from running amok during the pandemic
Simma Lieberman Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementWe're in the second month of the nationwide COVID-19 pandemic in the United States and most of the country is "sheltering in place." The lack of a unified message, the uncertainty of the future and what we have the power to control have created a lot of stress for people. When we're stressed, anxious or fearful, we look for causes that are outside of ourselves and look for comfort in old ways of thinking. We're less likely to be aware of our biases or interact with people who challenge us.
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How COVID-19 has changed K-12 education
Bambi Majumdar EducationOver 55 million K-12 students have been affected by school closures across the country, impacting 124,000 U.S. public and private schools. Students previously used a blended format for learning, which evolved over the years. Traditional schoolwork and classroom learning were supported by a digital infrastructure and tools like iPads. But in a matter of days, everyone had to shift to 100% online learning. For teachers, this has been an even harder challenge to overcome.
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Why Google and Microsoft obsess over psychological safety
Timothy R. Clark Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementGoogle and Microsoft know something a lot of other companies simply refuse to acknowledge — that organizations lacking psychological safety are galloping their way to extinction. Psychological safety is a social condition in which you feel included, safe to learn, safe to contribute, and safe to challenge the status quo — all without fear of being embarrassed, marginalized, or punished in some way. Basically, it means it’s not expensive to be yourself.
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Infographic: The promise of digital therapeutics
Brian Wallace Science & TechnologyBy 2025, the market for digital therapeutics is expected to reach $7.8 billion. This infographic outlines various technologies in this field, such as video games to treat multiple sclerosis and autism, apps for addiction treatment, and even ultrasound tech to treat Parkinson's.
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