Nurses across the country and state have been continually calling for their employers to ensure they have access to new protective garments like masks, gowns and face shields.
Tag: coronavirus pandemic
Posted in“Civic” Podcast, Coronavirus, Essential Workers, Labor
Gig Workers Face Uncertainty During Coronavirus Pandemic
Carlos Ramos, who drives for Lyft and is also an organizer with Gig Workers Rising, says gig workers including drivers should get the full protections and rights of employees under California’s AB 5.
Posted in“Civic” Podcast, Aging, Coronavirus
Elder Advocates Warn of Coronavirus Scams
Phone and email scams are nothing new, but crises create an opportunity for those who prey on fear, and during the coronavirus pandemic, variations on old scams have cropped up that target the vulnerable.
Posted in“Civic” Podcast, City Hall, Coronavirus
City Officials Extend Coronavirus Lockdown to May 3
In an effort to prevent a spike in COVID-19 that could overwhelm hospitals, San Francisco officials announced an extension of the shelter-in-place order until May 3, and promised more details in the coming days.
Posted in“Civic” Podcast, Coronavirus, Economy & Business, Labor
Working at Home and Staying Productive During COVID-19
Career and life coach Marty Nemko shares some tips on how to stay productive and focused while working from home.
Posted in“Civic” Podcast, Coronavirus, Health, Public Safety
S.F. Announces Increased Coronavirus Testing, Shelter-In-Place Restrictions
As the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in San Francisco rose to nearly 300 and the death toll to 3, San Francisco officials held a virtual press conference to announce tightening rules for the shelter-in-place order meant to curb the spread of the virus.
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AIDS Research Used to Battle COVID-19 at S.F. Lab
UPDATE: How antimalarial drugs could be used
Scientists at Gladstone Institutes are using techniques developed in AIDS research to understand the life cycle of the coronavirus that causes COVID-19.
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Grocery Union Reaches Deal for Workers on Front Lines of the Coronavirus Pandemic
Grocery stores have been deemed essential during the pandemic, and their employees are stationed on the front lines. One San Jose grocery store worker has died of COVID-19.
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Coronavirus Spurs Neighbors in S.F.’s Sunset District to Create Mutual Aid Society
In less than two weeks,a well-meaning post in a neighborhood Facebook group has evolved into an extremely organized support system for an entire community during the time San Francisco’s COVID-19 shelter-in-place order is in effect.
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Coronavirus Pandemic Impacts Will Worsen, S.F. Officials Warn
Top city officials returned to San Francisco’s coronavirus emergency operations center at Moscone Center on Wednesday to once more impress upon the public the importance of sheltering in place and leaving home only for essential activities.