Nursing Homes Fought Federal Emergency Plan Requirements for Years. Now, They’re Coronavirus Hot Spots

Art Shotwell 23 minutes read
The long-term care industry resisted a federal mandate to plan for disasters including pandemics. About 43% of nursing homes have been caught violating the requirement, including facilities that have now had deadly COVID-19 outbreaks.

Hate Unmasked In America

Art Shotwell 5 minutes read
As a journalist, she wrote during the winter about the hostility shown toward Asian Americans for wearing masks. In May, she got cursed at for not wearing a mask herself.

Mayor Gere’s COVID-19 Briefing - May 27, 2020

Art Shotwell 23 minutes read
I am incredibly proud of how our business owners, health care providers, and the employees of the City have adapted to this new reality.

For Seniors, COVID-19 Sets Off A Pandemic Of Despair

Art Shotwell 7 minutes read
The guidance to stay sheltered as society slowly reopens wears on older Americans, who have a growing sense of isolation and depression.

Nearly Half Of Americans Delayed Medical Care Due To Pandemic

Art Shotwell 3 minutes read
Of those who went without seeing a doctor or other medical provider, 11% experienced a worsened medical condition, according to the poll by the Kaiser Family Foundation. In addition, nearly 40% said stress related to the coronavirus crisis has negatively impacted their mental health.

Police Blotter, May 16 - 21, 2020

Anacortes Police 4 minutes read
Police investigated two separate reports of vehicles hit by eggs, resulting in paint damage in at least one case.