By Staff
Friday, April 3, 2020 11:33 AM
You've probably seen this image more times than you can count by now, but where did it come from, and how did it end up as the de facto COVID-19
image? Head over to the
New York Times to learn more about how the CDC's medical illustrators created the now famous image.
By Staff
Thursday, April 2, 2020 11:03 AM
Every dog is cute enough to be a model, and now's their chance. Until April 16, Guide Dogs for the Blind is accepting submissions for its
Puparazzi Photo Contest. There are categories for both Guide Dogs and non-working dogs, and winning dogs will be considered for inclusion in GDB's 2020-2021 calendars. Head over to
Guide Dogs for the Blind to learn all the details.
By Staff
Wednesday, April 1, 2020 12:11 PM
Looking for a fun, educational quarantine activity to add to your list? How about learning some Braille? The American Printing House for the Blind shared
instructions for making Braille Cookies this week—the activity is technically for kids, but that's not to say adults can't get involved too. Head over to
their website for the full run-down.
By Staff
Tuesday, March 31, 2020 11:20 AM
This time is scary for all of us, but it poses a particular kind of terror to young children who cannot fully understand what is happening, or why. Although it may feel hopeless, parents can
help their children cope—and doing that might help parents cope as well. Head over to the
National Institute of Mental Health for some tips and tricks on how to support kids through this crisis.
By Staff
Monday, March 30, 2020 12:01 PM
New York City is in crisis, but we can still find good in the world when we look for it. At the Bronx Zoo, zookeepers continue to head into work each day to care for the animals. Head over to the
Bronx Zoo's Twitter account for a look at what the sea lions are getting up to in quarantine.
By Staff
Friday, March 27, 2020 11:38 AM
Hand washing is one of the most important ways to stop the spread of COVID-19, but there are millions of people around the world who lack access to running water. Last week,
Sightsavers put the spotlight on the tippy tap: a device that those without running water can use to safely wash their hands. Head over to
Twitter to learn how it works.
By Staff
Thursday, March 26, 2020 10:21 AM
Unfortunately, some scammers are capitalizing on the uncertainty, confusion and fear many people are feeling right now. While there is little we personally can do to stop these scammers, it's important for us to know how to
spot some of the most common scams in order to keep ourselves safe. Head over to
Forbes for a look at some of the more common scams emerging related to the Coronavirus, and how you can keep yourself safe from them.
By Staff
Wednesday, March 25, 2020 10:40 AM
It's probably one of the last things many of us want to do right now, but keeping up with your exercise routine while self-isolating is important both for your physical and mental health. Working out from home is a different experience and it presents some new challenges—but it's incredibly doable and can even be fun. This week, the
WHO shared some ideas for keeping active at home on Twitter, as well as some facts about why it's so important to keep those endorphins pumping right now. Head over to
Twitter to read the full thread.
By Staff
Tuesday, March 24, 2020 11:07 AM
While everything about the current COVID-19 crisis is overwhelming for everyone, parents around the world are facing an additional layer of challenges right now.
Parenting during self-isolation or quarantine can be scary, confusing and difficult, but there are ways to make it more approachable. Hansa Bhargava, MD, a medical editor and WebMD's expert pediatrician, put together a
list of ways to help with parenting during self-isolation—head over to
WebMD to read more.
By Staff
Monday, March 23, 2020 10:23 AM
Already going a little stir crazy? How about taking some
advice from astronauts? After all, there are few people who know more about social distance and self-isolation than those who have spent an extended amount of time literally not on planet Earth. Head over to
Inc. to hear tips from NASA astronaut Anne McClain.
By Staff
Friday, March 20, 2020 2:14 PM
Obviously, we're all all practicing social distance and isolation right now. But for NASA astronaut Chris Cassidy and his colleagues, distance takes on an even more extreme meaning. What's it like to be heading off to space in the midst of all this? Head over to
Bloomberg's QuickTake to hear from Cassidy.
By Staff
Thursday, March 19, 2020 10:07 AM
Now that many of us are spending more time at home, we might as well get some cleaning done. But if you're going to spend all that time and energy deep-cleaning the house, make sure you're doing it right. Yesterday, WebMD put together a helpful, easy-to-follow
list to help make sure you're getting the most you can out of your quarantine clean. Head over to
Twitter to check it out.
By Staff
Wednesday, March 18, 2020 10:00 AM
Practicing social distance can take a toll even on the strongest of us—but staying away from others doesn't necessarily mean you have to be alone and miss out on the things you love. This week, as we all get used to this new situation, musicians have been using social media to put on free, worldwide
concerts. From Coldplay, John Legend and Pink to Niall Horan and Dermot Kennedy, it seems like everyone had the same great idea. Even if you don't consider yourself a fan, there's nothing to lose by tuning in for a minute or two—it's free, and you might even discover some new music. Head over to
HuffPost to read more about how Instagram Live concerts are kind of changing the game.
By Staff
Tuesday, March 17, 2020 1:11 PM
We keep hearing the
advice that soap and water does a better job of removing dangerous germs than hand sanitizer—but why? According to the
New York Times, it has a lot to do with destabilizing lipid membranes. For the full breakdown, head over to the
Times.
By Staff
Monday, March 16, 2020 11:21 AM
With many people around the world beginning to work from home for the foreseeable future, some might find the
transition hard to manage. Remote working can be done—and it can be incredibly effective. This week,
Inc. is sharing some tips for managers working remotely. Head over to their
website to learn some more.