The H5N1 influenza virus is spreading into new animal populations, with concerns about potential human transmission and parallels to the COVID-19 response. [ more ]
Dr. Anthony Fauci silent as he shows up for two-day interview with House COVID panel
Dr. Fauci refused to answer questions from reporters as he arrived on Capitol Hill to be questioned by lawmakers about his role in the US response to the COVID-19 outbreak.
The House Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic will be conducting a transcribed interview with Fauci, covering more than 200 pages of questions and approximately 100 exhibits.
The subcommittee aims to demand explanations for any pandemic-era failures and shed light on Fauci's role as the face of America's COVID-19 public health response. [ more ]
Trump Threatens to Shut Down Pandemic Preparedness Office Launched by Biden
Biden's campaign criticized Trump for planning to close the Office of Pandemic Preparedness, emphasizing the importance of pandemic readiness and swift responses. [ more ]
Sister Dana sez, "April showers bring May flowers..." - San Francisco Bay Times
Perverts Put Out! is a long-standing queer sexuality literary and performance art cabaret in San Francisco.
The Center for Sex and Culture supports local queer and trans artistic and cultural work, providing education and preserving knowledge about sex and gender. [ more ]
California vs. Florida: The surprising answer to which handled COVID better
California and Florida have taken different approaches to the COVID-19 crisis, with California emphasizing science and data, and Florida prioritizing economic health.
The debate between the governors of California and Florida highlights the divide between the two states' responses to the pandemic.
The controversy over COVID-19 vaccines has become a major point of distinction between California and Florida. [ more ]
UK took action too late against COVID-19 during first wave of pandemic, top medical officer says
The UK's chief medical adviser, Chris Whitty, admitted that the government was too slow in responding to the first wave of the pandemic.
Whitty expressed concern about the negative impact of isolation policies, school closures, and lockdowns on the poorest people and those living alone.
The independent COVID-19 inquiry was ordered by former Prime Minister Boris Johnson to scrutinize and learn lessons from the UK's response to the pandemic. [ more ]