Crocs offering free clogs to healthcare workers as COVID-19 pandemic continues

FILE - Students throw their mortarboards in the air during their graduation photograph. (Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)Students from Wiley College in Marshall, Texas, were not only given their diplomas on May 7 but were gifted with complete student loan forgiveness after an anonymous donor paid off their debts. During the commencement ceremony on Saturday, over 100 graduates were given the wonderful news by the college’s president and CEO, Dr.

The head of the World Health Organization (WHO) today warned that rising COVID-19 cases are creating a volatile situation, posing the most risk for countries with low vaccination coverage.

Fred Eisenberger has ended the city’s COVID-19 emergency declaration.The action was first declared in unison with Ontario’s state of emergency enacted on March 17, 2020, as the coronavirus pandemic first began.A temporary order under the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act (EMCPA) allowed municipalities the flexibility to deploy staff where they were needed to manage the city’s vital services.Eisenberger said the measure was “not rescinded lightly” by the city and that the community still needs to be “aware and be vigilant” as it eases into a “normal state.”The change means the city will return to in-person meetings, also offered in a hybrid format, on May 25 with committee meetings coming back on the week of May 30.City advisory committees will also return the week of May 30 while full-on advisory committees will still be limited as staff work through the process of a full return. Ontario COVID numbers: 1,555 people in hospital, 188 in intensive care The city’s mask mandate for its employees will also be lifted on May 25 with in-person public engagement allowed on the same day.“I do want to recognize the importance of this moment,” Eisenberger said in a virtual media conference on Tuesday. “It’s taken us two and half years to get here.”Public health epidemiologist Michelle Baird characterized the community’s current COVID situation as better having past the peak of transmission in the most recent wave.Case numbers, the percentage of PCR tests coming back positive and wastewater signals continue to show declines in spread of COVID.“Although transmission is decreasing, we are still in a pandemic,” said Baird.“But we are now in a phase where we are learning collectively what it means to live with COVID.

American Indian/Alaska Native and Black Americans died of murder, suicide, vehicle crashes, and drug overdoses at higher rates than their White and Asian/Pacific Islander peers amid the twin threats of the opioid epidemic and the COVID-19 pandemic, finds a US modeling study published yesterday in JAMA Internal Medicine.

An observational study using a multinational database of 447 maternal COVID-19 deaths in Latin America reveals that over 90% were attributed to acute respiratory failure after severe infection and that 35% of the women who died were never admitted to an intensive care unit (ICU), possibly due to lack of capacity.The analysis, led by researchers at the Universidad de Cartagena in

Pennsylvania State Senator Doug Mastriano delivers his speech during a rally against vaccination mandates. Protesters gathered on the steps of the Pennsylvania State Capitol to protest against covid-19 vaccination mandates.

Manitoba Camping Association (MCA) is getting a one-time cash injection from the province to help bounce back from COVID-19.The government announced $750,000 in funding for the association Tuesday. Manitoba campgrounds drying off, preparing for busy season “Manitoba children benefit from being outdoors and the learning experiences overnight camps offer,” said Municipal Relations Minister Eileen Clarke.“We recognize the importance of community-based organizations in building thriving and sustainable communities across the province.

Kelly Ripa is taking «all necessary precautions» after testing positive for COVID-19 over the weekend. On Monday, the host revealed on her Instagram Story that while she does have the coronavirus, she is «fully vaccinated and boosted.»As for Tuesday's episode of, Ripa says the show was «already pre-taped.»The 51-year-old TV personality added that she is «looking forward to returning to normal life as soon as the standard quarantine time is over.»«On a lighter note, I did receive the peace and quiet I requested for Mother's Day,» Ripa joked in her message, which was written over a photo of coffee, croissants and flowers.

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People with diabetes are almost twice as likely to die with coronavirus, according to a new study. Diabetics are also almost three times as likely to be critically or severely ill compared to those without diabetes, the study has found.

The head of the World Health Organization has said China's zero-tolerance Covid-19 policy is not sustainable given what is known of the disease, in rare public comments by the UN agency on a government's handling of the virus.

COVID-19 pandemic.Cliff Cullen said Tuesday the funding will help prop up four organizations — each receiving $250,000 — for projects aimed at addressing industry-specific labour needs.“This investment will support the food and beverage, supply chain and hospitality sectors to develop new market opportunities and facilitate the recruitment and retention of a skilled workforce,” said Cullen.“Supporting workers and businesses in these sectors is critical to the province’s post-pandemic recovery and ongoing economic growth.” James Taylor concert in Winnipeg postponed due to COVID-19 The Manitoba Restaurant and Foodservices Association, Food and Beverage Manitoba, the Manitoba Hotel Association and Supply Chain Management Association Manitoba have all been tapped to receive the funds, and in each case, will be using their share of the $1 million toward recruitment, promotion and training efforts.Funding for the project comes from Labour Market Transfer Agreements via the federal government.  

COVID-19 health crisis.Pandemic-related hospitalizations stood at 1,901 after 99 people were admitted and 108 were discharged in the last day.Intensive care unit cases linked to the disease remained unchanged at 66.The province also reported 772 new cases of the novel coronavirus. The daily tally isn’t representative of the current situation since it is based on PCR screening, which remains off limits to most of the population.

COVID on Tuesday, with 188 in intensive care.This is up by 342 for hospitalizations but a decrease of 13 for ICUs since the previous day as hospitals report updated figures from the weekend.Last Tuesday, there were 1,699 hospitalizations with 202 in ICU.According to latest data for hospitalizations, 59 per cent were admitted for other reasons but tested positive for COVID-19. For those in ICUs, 36 per cent were admitted for other reasons.

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Delhi on Tuesday reported as many as 1,118 fresh COVID19 cases and with that, the active tally in the city reached 5471 and the total number of cases touched 1896171. The positivity rate stands at 4.38%, city health bulletin said. 

Public satisfaction in Scotland's health service has plummeted as fewer patients are seen by GPs in person and the system struggles to recover from the covid pandemic.

Talk show host Piers Morgan recently announced that he had long Covid for around six to seven months but managed to recover from most symptoms by sleeping for long hours. The 57-year-old broadcaster also expressed that getting COVID-19 was the most "frustrated" he had ever been. In a detailed interview, he shared his experiences of the past few months, and here is all that you need to know: 

The exterior of a Taco Bell store photographed on April 19, 2022 in West Hollywood, California. About one year into the coronavirus pandemic, Chris Sandberg decided it was time to get serious about losing weight – by turning his health journey into a TikTok challenge. In January 2021, Sandberg, 37, began exercising every day until Taco Bell brings back his favorite menu item, the Grilled Stuft Nacho.He’s continued the challenge for more than 480 days –  shedding approximately 87 pounds in the process."Because it’s TikTok, you can’t just lose the weight, you have to turn it into a challenge," Sandberg, who lives in the San Francisco Bay Area, told Fox News Digital.

America’s nurses, is being celebrated by several restaurant chains and brands nationwide. The week-long celebration begins on May 6, which is National Nurses Day, and runs through May 12 — Florence Nightingale’s birthday. Nightingale was a 19th-century nurse credited with being the founder of modern nursing.Some deals and freebies being offered for medical professionals are throughout the year, and others are being offered this week:Nurses, other medical professionals and first responders can receive 30% off in-store and on the Adidas website, as well as 20% off at factory outlet stores when they verify their profession via ID.me.Amazon is offering a selection of four medical drama books available for free on Prime Reading to "honor nurses and their hard work and heroism."Crocs is hosting a giveaway that runs through 12 p.m.

COVID-19 RT PCR" test kit, the Mumbai-based drug firm is expanding its diagnostics offerings, it said in a regulatory filing.

Jessica Bailey, who has been desperately waiting for a new kidney for years, tested positive for COVID-19 on Sunday.While her own health complications have kept her off the donor list, the COVID-19 pandemic has only prolonged the wait for the 36-year-old from Saskatoon. ‘Catastrophic’: No clear solution from provinces as surgery backlog crisis continues Bailey was finally given the green light by her doctor on Sept.

Kelly Ripa is sharing some unfortunate news with fans.

Covid-19 cases to 4,31,05,401, while the active cases dipped to 20,403, according to the Union Health Ministry data. The death toll climbed to 5,24,093 with 29 fresh fatalities, the data updated at 8 am stated.

A recent survey of nearly 150,000 people shows no new safety concerns have been identified for the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine, with reported reactions similar to those seen in clinical trials of the vaccine.

Kelly Ripa said she has tested positive for COVID-19.The 51-year-old star took to Instagram Stories Monday to inform her fans of the health update, saying she is following standard protocols after receiving the diagnosis.'Hey there, unfortunately I tested positive for COVID-19 this weekend but thankfully I am fully vaccinated and boosted, and today's show was already pre taped last week,' theLive with Kelly and Ryan host said. The latest: Kelly Ripa, 51, took to Instagram Stories Monday to inform her fans she has tested positive for COVID-19.

Just weeks after first testing positive for COVID-19, The Late Show host Stephen Colbert has canceled upcoming tapings due to what could be a 'recurrence' of COVID-19.The 57-year-old host first tested positive on April 21, cancelling that night's taping, ahead of a previously-planned week off.The show returned with new episodes on Monday, May 2, though now he will be out for a bit longer, as production is paused yet again. Recurrence:Just weeks after first testing positive for COVID-19, The Late Show host Stephen Colbert has canceled upcoming tapings due to what could be a 'recurrence' of COVID-19The official Twitter for The Late Show tweeted on Monday, 'Stephen is experiencing symptoms consistent with a recurrence of COVID.'Out of an abundance of caution for his staff, guests, and audience, he will be isolating for a few additional days,' the tweet added.

posted Monday afternoon. Colbert previously tested positive for the coronavirus less than a month ago, according to a tweet from April 21.

 have been suspended amid host Stephen Colbert's ongoing COVID-19 symptoms. The announcement was made in a tweet shared by s official Twitter account Monday, noting that the show will «not be taping new episodes until further notice.»«Stephen is experiencing symptoms consistent with a recurrence of COVID,» the tweet read. «Out of an abundance of caution for his staff, guests, and audience, he will be isolating for a few additional days.

The Late Show has been put on pause.

The Late Show has been put on pause.

London, Ont., and Middlesex County as the region sees an ongoing decline in COVID-19 case volumes that’s on par with what’s happening in the rest of the province, according to the Middlesex-London Health Unit (MLHU).Medical officer of health Dr. Alex Summers shared the outlook during a media briefing hosted by the MLHU on Monday.Also on Monday, the MLHU reported 26 new cases of the virus and no additional deaths, while 82 cases were reported over the weekend and no additional deaths.

Without a substantial infusion of cash from Congress, the United States could see another 100 million COVID-19 cases come fall, the White House warned today.

COVID-19 pandemic.“To us, it doesn’t have to be COVID incentives, but there has to be incentives to keep the people on the public health-care system,” said Jessica Goldschleger, vice-president of the CSN (Confédération des syndicats nationaux).The government had previously announced health-care workers would receive incentives in order to retain and attract staff, as well as improve working conditions. ‘We need you’: Quebec to give up to $18K in bonuses to full-time nurses amid critical shortage Premiums include 4 and 8 per cent bonuses to compensate for the extra workload, the “staircase bonus,” which could reach $1,000 per four-week period and double time pay for employees working overtime.But those measures are coming to an end as of Saturday, and unions say if they do, many will leave.“We have trouble anticipating what’s going to happen,” said Goldschleger.

In a study published in Open Forum Infectious Diseases, researchers showed canine olfaction—or dog sniffing—was both highly sensitive and specific when it came to identifying patients with COVID-19, even those who were asymptomatic or presymptomatic.The researchers, based in Hawaii, exposed dogs to sweat samples fr

In the first 3 to 6 months of the COVID-19 pandemic, the proportion of overweight or obese children and teens from low-income families in Ohio climbed from 38% to 45%, suggests a study presented last week at the European Congress on Obesity in the Netherlands.

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The top 10 most overvalued housing markets in the U.S., according to Moody’s. Not shown: Kahului-Wailuku-Lahaina, Hawaii: 55%.

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Maharashtra Health Minister Rajesh Tope on Monday warned that there are very high chances that daily infection rate of COVID-19 will once again surge in  June and July and the best way ahead is to speed up the vaccination drive against the infection. The comment comes at a time when Omicron BA.2 has become dominant across the world and BA.4 and BA.5 are leading another surge in South Africa. 

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COVID-19 emergency declaration.The emergency was first declared on March 23, 2020 as the COVID-19 pandemic began to impact the world.It was the first official emergency declared in the history of modern Toronto, City officials said.“While COVID-19 remains a serious concern requiring ongoing efforts and vigilance, the City’s efforts in fighting COVID-19 have placed Toronto in a position where the emergency declared in response to the pandemic can be terminated,” a news release from the City said Monday. Ontario COVID numbers: 1,213 people in hospital, 201 in intensive care “The City has been working over the past several months to ensure staff redeployed due to the emergency declaration could return to their pre-pandemic positions without disrupting ongoing service delivery.”The decision to end the emergency was made in consultation with Toronto medical officer of health Dr.

COVID-19 tally rose to 78,79,278 , while the death toll remained unchanged at 1,47,847. 

Noah Thompson wasn’t about to let COVID stop his “American Idol” journey.

When it comes to planning a summer holiday, Greece is usually near the top of the list for Brits.