COVID-19 continues to change daily life in the United States. The U.S. declared a national emergency in mid-March, and Americans have been adjusting to strict guidelines and mandates instructing them to stay home, avoid unnecessary travel, and stay 6 feet away from other people.

Below is a list of five things that, according to Yale Medicine, you should know about the coronavirus outbreak heading into the end of this month:

What we know about COVID-19 is changing rapidly

What we do know about coronaviruses is that they cause respiratory tract illnesses that range from the common cold to such potentially deadly illnesses as SARS, which killed almost 800 people. COVID-19 is the first pandemic known to be caused by the emergence of a new…

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Working from home need not bring an end to your productivity. There are plenty of things you can do while working from home during the coronavirus pandemic to not only keep your head above water but also even to increase your productivity and create habits that you can carry over into the post-corona world.

Here are some productive tips for starting your day when working from home:

Don’t rush

It’s tempting when working from home to get up right at the last minute. Plan to have around an hour or preferably longer to make sure you’re not in a rush or stressed out. This is especially the case if you have any kind of deadline or call to take. Your mind needs sufficient time to wake up before doing any work. Try different breathing techniques to…

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While now is the best time for your child’s birthday party, there are still things you can do to make the day special. Here are some tips on how to celebrate your child’s birthday in social isolation.

Start Off With Surprises

There is something really special about waking up and being made a fuss of from the get-go. To know that someone has gone to the effort while you’re sleeping to do something really special for you to wake up to really starts the day off right! There are lots of ways to create special surprises to wake up to:

  • Balloons in the bedroom – You can fill your child’s room with balloons while they sleep so when they wake up they are surrounded by balloons.
  • Special birthday breakfast – this can be as simple as serving your…

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While it may be tempting to just park your kid in front of the TV and focus on your work, it’s always a good idea to incorporate some reading in their free time. Here are some books that your kids will enjoy reading while learning from home.

Ages 4 to 8

  • "The Chicken of the Family," by Mary Amato
  • "The Day the Crayons Quit," by Drew Daywalt
  • “Dragons Love Tacos,” by Adam Rubin
  • "The Empty Pot," by Demi
  • "The Giving Tree," by Shel Silverstein
  • "The Gruffalo," by Julia Donaldson
  • "The Hello, Goodbye Window," by Norton Juste
  • "Houndsley and Catina and the Quiet Time," by James Howe
  • "Miss Rumphius," by Barbara Cooney
  • “When I Grow Up,” by "Weird Al" Yankovic

Ages 9 to 13

  • "All-of-a-Kind Family," by Sydney Taylor
  • …

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If you have already “caught up” on all your shows and are looking for something new to watch while in self-isolation, here are a few great movies you can stream from home this week”

10 Great Movies on NetFlix

  1. Goodfellas
  2. Inglorious Bastards
  3. Marriage Story
  4. Once Upon a Time in the West
  5. Raiders of the Lost Ark
  6. Roma
  7. Step Brothers
  8. The Irishman
  9. The Master
  10. The Meyerowitz Stories

10 Great Movies on Amazon Prime

  1. Booksmart
  2. Hunt for the Wilderpeople
  3. Interstellar
  4. Midsommar
  5. Once Upon a Time in Hollywood
  6. Parasite
  7. Silver Linings Playbook
  8. The Big Sick
  9. The Nice Guys
  10. The Squid and the Whale

10 Great Movies on Hulu

  1. A Quiet Place
  2. Good Will Hunting
  3. Misery
  4. True Grit (Jeff Bridges…

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Based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for COVID-19 than adults. While some children and infants have been sick with COVID-19, adults make up most of the known cases to date.

Children may have mild symptoms

The symptoms of COVID-19 are similar in children and adults. However, children with confirmed COVID-19 have generally shown mild symptoms. Reported symptoms in children include cold-like symptoms, such as fever, runny nose, and cough. Vomiting and diarrhea have also been reported.

It’s not known yet whether some children may be at higher risk for severe illness, for example, children with underlying medical conditions and special healthcare needs. There is more to learn about how the disease impacts…

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These are unusual times. Kids are home from school and many adults working from home as we each do our part in practicing safe and responsible social distancing.

So how exactly do you stay healthy and keep your immune system high in order to avoid getting sick?

Exercise and or Workout

Going to the gym to workout my not sound too ideal right now, but you can still work out at home. You can do squats, push ups, planks or leg lifts. But most importantly, don't forget about cardio. Even a walk around the neighborhood for 30 minutes will do your body wonders. Enjoy the fresh air! WebMD says you need 30 minutes of exercise per day. Will you make a promise to yourself to do this?

Manage Your Stress

Yes, we know this can be a stressful time for…

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Several COVID-19 testing centers are up and running in South Florida, with more expected to open in the coming weeks. Most of the centers are drive-thru only, which means you need to be in a car or truck with a working window.

Each of the centers also has criteria for testing eligibility and different sets of hours. The most common symptoms are fever, cough, shortness of breath, and breathing difficulties. In more severe cases an infection can cause pneumonia, severe acute respiratory syndrome, and even death. The period within which the symptoms would appear is 2-14 days.

FITTEAM Ballpark of the Palm Beaches

(561) 642-1000

Address: 5444 Haverhill Rd, West Palm Beach, FL 33407

You can only get tested if you have an appointment, which…

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Researchers at the Scripps Institute in Jupiter say some of their latest research may have promising implications for an effective coronavirus vaccine.

The findings are still preliminary and have yet to be published, but one member of the research team is expected to update the public on the project and similar efforts during a webinar Scripps will host Wednesday at 4 p.m.

According to the Palm Beach Post, Michael Farzan, a professor who co-chairs Scripps’s Department of Immunology and Microbiology and who is among the scientists working on various coronavirus-related projects at Scripps Florida, is expected to address the research during Wednesday’s web lecture.

In their research, Farzan, other Scripps scientists, and experts from elsewhere…

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Publix supermarket, which has been doing a great job for the residence of the Palm Beaches, has designated special reserved shopping hours for both first responders and seniors.

First Responders Hours

Publix is designating Thursday evenings, 8 – 9 p.m., and Friday mornings, 7 – 8 a.m., as special shopping hours for first responders and hospital staff. This change will continue until further notice. Publix Pharmacy will also be open during these times.

Hours for Customers Age 65+

Publix is designating Tuesday and Wednesday mornings, 7 – 8 a.m., as reserved shopping hours for customers age 65 and over. This change in hours will continue until further notice. Publix Pharmacy will also open at 7 a.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays to serve our…

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