Amid a pandemic we are surrounded by a COVID-19 infodemic -- and it may be hurting us, say two researchers who study the psychological effects of crisis.
Vaccination appointments are open for county residents in currently eligible groups: frontline workers, long-term care providers, people 65 and older, and educators.
Tens of thousands of middle-aged sons and daughters — too young to qualify for a vaccine — care for older relatives with serious ailments and want to get the shots to protect their loved ones and themselves.
A scientist whose research tests the effectiveness of different fabrics at filtering out airborne particles says new guidelines for mask-wearing stress the importance of close fit and effective materials.
Under the new state guidelines, people ages 16 to 64 with chronic, high-risk conditions and disabilities will join older Californians, food workers and educators. But not until March 15.