Coronavirus (COVID-19)
The World Health Organization officially named Coronavirus (COVID-19) on Feb. 11, 2020. Here, you can find breaking news about COVID-19, what local officials need to know about the novel coronavirus, and tips for government leaders on preparing for and educating on the COVID-19 pandemic. This directory provides articles on COVID-19 and related topics like Public Health, which explores broader strategies for disease prevention, health promotion, and crisis management.
A city police union is still in arbitration, which could push the deadline back even further for officers
The Tulsa Firefighter’s Union and the city are in arbitration over pay raises
The ruling means that union employees will lose pay if they do not receive a first shot by the deadline
The one-time payments are part of Gov. Ron DeSantis’ proposal for spending Florida’s share of American Rescue Plan funds
The bill now goes to the Senate, where a more expansive measure awaits floor debate
The order stays after a U.S. District Court judge refused to grant the State of Texas an emergency temporary injunction on Friday
The proposed $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan contains several components that can be used for fire and EMS funding
Communities are honoring those who lost their lives and the personnel who have been on the front lines of the crisis
The end of mask mandates and other restrictions poses three important questions about responsibility, safety and public health
In the past year, EMS has been on the front lines, has provided care and has sacrificed in equal measure
First responders and essential workers can receive reimbursement for out-of-pocket pandemic-related expenses
Isaac Legaretta is facing termination for declining a vaccination; Dona Ana County said it stands behind its policy
Gov. Mike Parson has faced criticism that the state’s distribution strategy is inequitable and favors less-populated rural areas over its largest cities
EMS incident data also showed a slight increase in incidents involving alcohol in May
A new report identified about 400 attacks motivated by fear or frustration over COVID-19
There is compelling evidence that fear can change behavior, but that was before today’s social and political context
In some states, getting a COIVD-19 vaccination appointment has felt like winning the lottery, but it doesn’t have to be this way
The proposal faced pushback from several Brevard County commissioners and the local fire union
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