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Mental Health Service in Public Housing: The Promise of the 988 System

Posted on by Michael Ross
“Crisis care is the most basic element of mental health care, yet in many communities, it is taken for granted. Limited. An afterthought. A work-around. Even non-existent. A mental health crisis is not planned. It cannot be scheduled. It can happen to anyone... anywhere... anytime.”       - Crisis Now Washington Declaration, 2019  Lack of access to the right type of mental health care at the...
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Drone Vaccine Distribution

Posted on by Julia Schwartz
With more COVID-19 vaccines being authorized every day, the question now turns to equitable distribution. The vaccines will go first to the elderly, health-care workers, and first responders. More urban areas with easier access to transportation will most likely be the first to see vaccine benefits during the central distribution phase. More remote areas, such as the islands of the Bahamas, are go...
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Seniors and Pandemic Pods During COVID-19

Posted on by Virginia Creasey
Elderly tea party
Over the past month, seniors have been discussing whether to see family and friends indoors this fall and winter.  But anyone can also create a pandemic pod this does not only apply to seniors.  Some seniors think they should, so long as people have been taking strict precautions during the coronavirus pandemic.  They are so not convinced it's safe, given the heightened risk of viral trans...
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Holiday Travel Amidst COVID-19

Posted on by Julia Schwartz
Hands holding a present
The holiday season is most often a time of joy, family, and friends. However this year, amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, this upcoming holiday season will look like one unlike any other. Many are weighing the risks of choosing to travel to gather with family and friends, and the safest ways possible if choosing to do so. Top risks to consider include family gatherings with elders or others with pre-e...
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Pandemic Response Under the Biden Administration

Posted on by Julia Schwartz
Person wearing face mask
President-Elect Joe Biden has stated throughout his campaign the changes and plans he has for stopping COVID-19 in its tracks. Biden has outlined a list of items that he will focus on once he takes office. This list includes, but is not limited to, increased testing and contact tracing, increased investment in vaccines, mandatory masks, and increased PPE. Biden has been an avid promoter of mask we...
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Pandemic Fatigue

Posted on by Julia Schwartz
Woman wearing face mask
As the COVID-19 pandemic has lasted, and will continue to last, longer than many may have expected, "pandemic fatigue" has started to kick in. Many have become tired of hearing about the pandemic, all of its dangers, and dealing with all of the changes to everyday life. There is a struggle and often feeling of resentment from those following CDC guidelines against those who are not. As we go i...
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COVID-19 in NYC Public Housing

Posted on by Julia Schwartz
New York City street
The densely populated New York City has been disproportionately impacted by COVID-19, specifically in its public housing developments. The New York City Housing Authority oversees over 170,000 apartments throughout the city. Many of the residents include seniors, have pre-existing conditions, or are essential workers who must risk their lives at work during the day, and then come home to a crowded...
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