Face Masks Could Save America from a $1 Trillion GDP Loss
Wearing a mask doesn't just save lives, it can also help people save money. In America alone wearing a mask can help save the country from deleterious economic lockdowns that would reduce the gross domestic product by 5%, or about $1 trillion, according to an analysis by Goldman Sachs. Read More.
UK Reduces Value Added Tax (VAT) Rates
In an effort to support businesses severely affected by forced closures and social distancing measures, the Government of the United Kingdom has announced that the UK will reduce Value Added Tax (VAT) from 20% to 5% on Hospitality and Hotel accommodation. Read More.
India Launches Travel Bubbles
After nearly four months, India has started the slow process of restarting international flights, albeit in a unique way. Instead of opening the skies and allowing scheduled carriers to return, India is forming so-called “travel bubbles” with some high-demand countries. Read More.
Oxford Vaccine's 'Double Defense' Offers Hope
Researchers at the University of Oxford believe they may have a breakthrough in their search for a Covid-19 vaccine after the team discovered that the jab could provide “double protection” against the deadly coronavirus following early stage human trials. Read More.
Ontario Enters Stage: Nearly All Businesses Reopen
Nearly all businesses, including gyms, movie theaters and indoor dining, reopened last Friday in parts of Ontario, except for the Toronto-area and a few other regions, as the province enters Stage 3 through a regional approach. Read More.
HEPA Filters Are Giving the Travel Industry Hope
The number one priority these days for travel companies is making their customers feel safe. Since coronavirus is spread through particulates in the air, much of having that peace of mind comes down to knowing what you are breathing in is clean. Enter the HEPA filter. Read More.
How to Reduce Your Risk of Infection
The World Health Organization recommends the following as precautions to reduce your risk of infection:
- Frequently clean hands by using alcohol-based hand rub or soap and water
- When coughing and sneezing cover mouth and nose with flexed elbow or tissue
- Avoid close contact with anyone who has fever and cough
- If you have fever, cough and difficulty breathing seek medical care early and share previous travel history with your health care provider
- When visiting live markets in areas currently experiencing cases of coronavirus, avoid direct unprotected contact with live animals and surfaces in contact with animals
- The consumption of raw or under-cooked animal products should be avoided. Raw meat, milk or animal organs should be handled with care, to avoid cross-contamination with uncooked foods, as per good food safety practices.
For more information on the coronavirus, please visit the Centers For Disease Control and the World Health Organization.
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