March 23, 2020
Dear Ridgewood School Community,
We all made it through our first weekend of this period of home instruction. I am sure you needed rest. Please remember the Governor’s closure of schools is open-ended. I wish I could give you a definitive timeframe, but that is unknown. When I have new information, I will let you know as soon as possible.
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Ridgewood NJ, according to NJOHSP several state-sponsored media outlets have promoted an anti-US sentiment suggesting that the United States has deliberately spread COVID-19 and broadcast the theory that the virus may be a manufactured bioweapon. Iran has suggested that Israeli and “Zionist” scientists have used the epidemic to engineer an even more deadly strain of the virus to spread around the world, specifically in Iran.
Continue reading Iranian, Russian, And Chinese Media Drive COVID-19 Disinformation Campaign
“As the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic continues to evolve, we understand that it is a significant source of concern for all of us, our family members, and the communities we serve. I personally take comfort knowing that at Valley we have an incredible team that has always come together in times of challenge. We are responding quickly to daily information and updates from federal and state officials. I have confidence in our organization’s collective ability to respond to this unprecedented healthcare crisis.”
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Ridgewood NJ, from the CDC, COVID-19 is a new disease and there is limited information regarding risk factors for severe disease. Based on currently available information and clinical expertise, older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions might be at higher risk for severe illness from COVID-19.
Continue reading CDC: People who are at higher risk for severe illness with COVID 19
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MAHWAH NJ, Frank Pallotta, Republican Candidate for Congress in New Jersey’s Fifth Congressional District, made the following statement regarding immediate relief to small businesses, charities and residents in high-tax states affected by the current crisis.
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Trenton NJ, after initially being downplayed by the media ,a Florida man diagnosed with coronavirus claims he was saved from certain death by an anti-malaria drug touted as a possible treatment by President Trump.
A recent French peer review study by renowned infectious disease specialist Dr. Didier Raoult which was published in the International Journal of Antimicrobial Agents showed promising results in the treatment of COVID-19 with Hydroxychloroquine (HCQ).
The French study also showed a significant decrease in “viral shedding,” from patients treated with HCQ. The lower the shedding, the less likelihood that the virus can be communicated to other individuals.
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Ridgewood NJ, The NFIB Research Center released the following data today on the impact Covid-19 has had on small businesses:
The NFIB Research Center’s latest survey on the current impact of the Covid-19 outbreak on small business offers a stark contrast from the survey released 10 days ago. The magnitude of disruption now on the small business sector is profound.
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Ridgewood NJ, Several individuals and groups are attempting to leverage the COVID-19 pandemic in order to cause panic and scam unsuspecting residents. NJOHSP urges all residents to ensure the validity of information from online platforms and be wary of scams targeting unwitting residents, virtually and physically.
Dear Valley Supporters,
The past few weeks have presented unprecedented challenges for our community. Throughout this crisis, Valley’s employees and medical staff have been working tirelessly to provide the best possible care to residents of our region. They are truly amazing – through their expert knowledge, compassionate care and innovative approaches to challenges faced on a daily basis – they get the job done. They deserve our collective thanks for the sacrifices they have made to care for Valley patients.
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Ridgewood NJ,Ridgewood postponed to Monday September 7th .
Continue reading The Ridgewood Run Postponed To September 7th
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Ridgewood NJ, The Ridgewood Board of Education will hold its next Regular Public Meeting on Monday, March 23, 2020. The Board meets at the Education Center, 49 Cottage Place, Floor 3 at 6:00 p.m.
Due to the health concerns related to COVID-19, the public cannot attend this meeting. Comments or questions concerning the 2020-21 budget can be submitted prior to and during the public hearing through the link in the section below.
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Washington DC, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration took significant action to help increase the availability of ventilators and accessories, as well as other respiratory devices, during the COVID-19 pandemic to support patients with respiratory failure or difficulty breathing.
Written by Marc Shapiro
As the new coronavirus was becoming a global pandemic, researchers at Johns Hopkins began working on a vaccine. It’s no quick fix — it can take up to a year and a half for a vaccine for the virus, which causes the disease COVID-19, just to move from the lab to human trials.
While some institutions have reported that they have a vaccine, and the first human study has started in Seattle, currently, no researchers have published studies showing a coronavirus vaccine that is safe and effective in humans.
Continue reading New Coronavirus Vaccine in Development at Johns Hopkins
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Ridgewood NJ, as many of you are aware Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church has suspended all masses until further notice and the church has set up a Go Fund Me page . Father Ron explained in a message on the OLMC Facebook page:
