Browsing: Health

     *The national outlook for the COVID-19 pandemic continues to improve. New coronavirus cases are dropping sharply across the US. The daily average number of new cases is 67,000; a 63% decrease over the last 2 weeks. 

      “Slow down child, stop jumping, shaking the chair, you can’t do cartwheels in the kitchen…“

 *New coronavirus cases continue to drop sharply across the US. The daily average number of new cases is now 103,000 per day, a 65% decrease over the last 2 weeks. 

CareerSource Broward, CareerSource Palm Beach County and CareerSource South Florida workforce development boards are collaborating to host the Hearts for Healthcare Career Fair on Thursday, February 17, for individuals seeking a career in one of South Florida’s largest economic sectors. The virtual hiring event aims to connect South Florida job seekers with local healthcare employers and HR representatives looking to fill vacant positions.

New coronavirus cases continue to decline precipitously across the country. The daily average number of new cases is now 300,000 new infections per day, down from 520,000 new infections per day, last week.

     *Scientists have announced the discovery of a subvariant of Omicron. This subvariant (BA.2) has been designated “Stealth.” This subvariant is reportedly 1.5 times more transmissible than the Omicron variant. There is no evidence currently that Stealth causes more severe disease or can evade the vaccines.

         Anyone who does something to feel better, either mentally or physically, or both, is experiencing “self-care.” That term would seem to be self-explanatory; however, it’s open to interpretation. Getting a manicure may be one way, while going for a long walk may be another’s preferred method.