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In Greece, unvaccinated people ages 60 and up now face monthly fines

In Greece, unvaccinated people ages 60 and up now face monthly fines

The nation imposed the new mandate on Monday as it looks to bring its vaccination rate closer in line with the EU average. The unvaccinated will face penalties starting at 50 euros, or roughly $57.
by The Associated Press

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In Rochester’s library, social worker helps those in need

In Rochester’s library, social worker helps those in need

From her corner office on the second floor of the Rochester Public Library, Allison Carpenter dispenses advice and useful information — not about books but about social services like food and housing support. Carpenter’s role is part of a growing trend that recognizes that libraries are more than just a place to read.
by Catharine Richert

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Ruled out: Australia deports Djokovic for being unvaccinated

Ruled out: Australia deports Djokovic for being unvaccinated

Tennis star Novak Djokovic was deported from Australia on Sunday after losing a bid to stay in the country to defend his Australian Open title despite not being vaccinated against COVID-19.
by The Associated Press

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Essential workers face a tough choice: Find a test or miss work

Essential workers face a tough choice: Find a test or miss work

Facing lost wages if they can't work, essential workers struggle to get timely COVID tests amid a nationwide testing crunch. Community clinics are struggling to meet the need.
by Raquel Maria Dillon

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Want to get omicron and just get it over with? Here's why that's a bad idea

Want to get omicron and just get it over with? Here's why that's a bad idea

While omicron seems to provoke milder illness for many people, "the truth is that it's probably somewhere in between what you think of as a common cold or flu and the COVID that we had before," says Dr. Emily Landon at UChicago Medicine. "And there are still a lot of risks of getting COVID."
by Allison Aubrey and Sheila Eldred

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Enough of COVID and school closures? Take to the outdoors

Enough of COVID and school closures? Take to the outdoors

It’s a double whammy weekend. Snow is back and record illness from the omicron variant of COVID-19 has shut down many schools the next few days to few weeks. What better time to pack up the little ones and head outside. This round-up of outside fun is easily adaptable for anyone.
by MPR News Staff

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Ready for an N95 mask? Here's how to find a high-quality one that fits you well

Ready for an N95 mask? Here's how to find a high-quality one that fits you well

The CDC says high-filtration masks like N95s provide the best protection against COVID-19. Here's how to find a good one — and avoid the fakes. Plus tips on how to fit them and how long to wear them.
by Maria Godoy

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There is life after addiction. Most people recover

There is life after addiction. Most people recover

America is facing a deadly drug epidemic, but there is hope. Research shows 75 percent of people with addiction survive and go on to live full lives, especially if they get good treatment.
by Brian Mann

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