Deadline time for HealthCare.gov coverage that starts Jan. 1 – The Seattle Times

WASHINGTON (AP) — Consumers seeking government-subsidized health insurance for next year have through Wednesday to sign up if they want their new plan to start Jan. 1.Independent experts say HealthCare.gov’s sign-up season doesn’t seem to be drawing as many new customers this year — 8% to 9% fewer than last year — but it’s too […]

Marginalized Wisconsin citizens of color struggle to find proper healthcare in the arms of COVID-19 – Blugold Media

People of color in the Eau Claire area have been disproportionately affected by COVID-19 because of language barriers, lack of transportation and social distancing issues McKenna DirksDecember 14, 2021Leave a CommentMore stories from McKenna DirksMcKenna DirksAccording to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, health is influenced not only by access to quality health care services, […]

Global risk of omicron variant is 'very high;' Biden urges vaccinations, masks; judge blocks vaccine mandate: Latest COVID-19 updates – USA TODAY

The omicron variant first discovered in South Africa last week is likely to quickly spread around the globe and could result in “severe consequences,” the World Health Organization warned Monday.“There could be future surges of COVID-19, which could have severe consequences depending on a number of factors including where surges may take place,” the WHO […]

Clearwater company helps the world taste better – FOX 13 Tampa Bay

FOX 13 NewsCLEARWATER, Fla. – Clearwater is the headquarters of Monin, a flavor innovation company. And chances are, your taste buds are familiar with them."They might not know it of it, but if they are wondering what that flavor is in that drink or in that food item, it’s Monin," said Angela Thompson, Monin’s beverage […]

Garden Grove Unified opens new Wellness Centers – OCDE Newsroom

Garden Grove Unified is offering students greater accessibility to mental health services by opening new Wellness Centers at various campuses across the district.As part of the district’s “Choose Wellness” campaign, the centers provide students a quiet place to process emotions and offer services such as one-on-one counseling, support groups and crisis intervention.The addition of Wellness […]