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Americans in Europe Share Culture Shock of Feeling Safe, Free Healthcare
US expats are bonding over the shared fears they developed from living in America. Many creators said that after leaving the US, they remained fearful of guns and healthcare costs. Their videos have given viewers around the world a glimpse into the challenges of life in the US. Loading Something […]
How to stay safe as the COVID public health emergency ends
Ready or not, it’s over. The country’s public health emergency touched off in January 2020 by the sudden appearance of a novel coronavirus formally enters the history books when the day ends Thursday. It’s not a cause for jubilation, considering that the pandemic has claimed the lives of more than […]
NJ Governor signs executive order making state “safe haven” for gender affirming healthcare
Wednesday, April 5, 2023 4:46PM NEW JERSEY (WABC) — Governor Phil Murphy signed an executive order Tuesday ensuring the Garden State will be a “Safe Haven” for people in the LGBTQ+ community seeking healthcare. The order protects healthcare professionals and patients from facing repercussions when they seek, receive, or provide […]
Is it safe to go to the dentist right now? What to know before you go
Deciding if you should go to the dentist now is a personal choice — here’s what the WHO and the ADA have to say. Getty Images For the most up-to-date news and information about the coronavirus pandemic, visit the WHO website. If you’ve never been a fan of going to […]
Is a Dentist Appointment Safe Right Now?
Going to the dentist has never been what we’d call a good time, but, amid the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s a more loaded endeavor than ever. After all, there’s no way to mask up while getting your teeth cleaned, which means you’re more vulnerable to potential coronavirus exposure than you might […]
Is it safe to go to the dentist? What doctors are doing to prevent the spread of the coronavirus
America’s dental offices are reopening after months of handling only emergencies. All 50 states now allow routine dental care, like teeth cleanings and cavity fillings, but dentistry is considered one of the highest risk professions for the coronavirus. “If someone asked me in January, ‘Hey, ever think about taking three […]
Is it safe to go to the dentist with corona? Yes, COVID rules in place
CLOSE Mason Motz, 6, was at the dentist’s office to get teeth pulled when Dr. Amy Luedemann-Lazar noticed a different issue: He was tongue-tied. USA TODAY Dr. Scott Asnis’ dental office in Bellmore, New York, looks a lot different than it did in February. Today, after checking in inside – where you […]
Is It Safe to Go to the Dentist During the Coronavirus Pandemic?
Nearly all dentists and oral surgeons stopped seeing patients at the onset of the novel coronavirus pandemic in March; more than 90% of offices closed, canceling or postponing non-essential dental procedures in the process. Dentists have had concerns about spreading SARS-CoV-2, the respiratory illness that leads to a COVID-19 diagnosis, […]
Is It Safe to Go to the Dentist Again?
At Dr. Todd Bertman’s office, the receptionist wears a plastic face shield. So do the hygienist and the nine doctors in the practice in Manhattan’s East Village. Dr. Bertman reopened the office two weeks ago after closing it in March in response to the coronavirus pandemic. In another change from […]
A visit to the dentist will get expensive. But is it safe to book an appointment during the pandemic?
WASHINGTON: Is it safe to visit the dentist during the COVID-19 pandemic? Dentists can’t eliminate all risk, but they are taking steps to minimize the chances of spreading the coronavirus. You’ll likely notice changes as soon as you enter the office. Many dentists have removed magazines from waiting rooms, for […]
Is It Safe To Go Back To The Dentist Despite Surging Coronavirus Cases? : Shots
Dental offices have begun seeing patients return for routine procedures. Seattle dentist Kathleen Saturay has increased the layers of protective equipment she wears when treating patients. Elaine Thompson/AP hide caption toggle caption Elaine Thompson/AP Dental offices have begun seeing patients return for routine procedures. Seattle dentist Kathleen Saturay has increased […]
Is It Safe To Go Back To The Dentist, Despite Surging Coronavirus Cases? : Shots
Dental offices have begun seeing patients return for routine procedures, and are working under updated CDC guidance regarding the coronavirus pandemic. Seattle dentist Kathleen Saturay has increased the layers of PPE she wears when treating patients, among other precautions. Elaine Thompson/AP hide caption toggle caption Elaine Thompson/AP Dental offices have […]