The blaring of code blue alarms echoes throughout the hospital halls. Around a corner, an overflow of patients from a shortage of beds are getting bloodwork done, and nurses are running from place to place in an effort to make time for everyone. Those who are lucky enough to get beds sit alone in a […]
Tag: Coronavirus
Four free COVID-19 PCR tests offered
As of last month, the federal government opened a long-awaited website giving four free PCR tests to every household in America upon request. Administration officials said the tests take approximately seven to 12 days to be shipped to an address. Angela Coes, assistant professor of nursing, said that the tests are extremely accurate and a […]
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L.A. COVID-19 guidelines Vaccine cards will be required upon entry to Los Angeles public establishments beginning Nov. 29. Bars, restaurants, gyms, concerts and indoor establishments except supermarkets and pharmacies will require proof of vaccination. Those exempted from vaccination for religious or medical reasons are required to show a negative COVID-19 test within the past 72 […]
Indoor COVID-19 rules updated
The California Department of Public Health announced Sept. 20 that, beginning immediately, anyone participating in an indoor gathering of 1,000 or more people must provide proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test. This new rule will last until at least Nov. 1 and was re-evaluated on Oct. 15 California Baptist University will now be […]
Amusement parks push to reopen soon
With California amusement parks closed for the last six months because of the novel coronavirus, a trade organization is calling on California Gov. Gavin Newsom to set guidelines and rules so they can prepare to reopen before the Holiday season. California Attractions and Parks Association released a statement directed towards Gov. Newsom, to speed along […]
Coronavirus travel blocks impact many
California Baptist University’s international student-athletes are impacted by COVID-19 differently than American student-athletes because of worries about travel restrictions, classes and practices. Athletic seasons at CBU this upcoming 2020-2021 year are constantly changing because of the unpredictability of COVID-19. Some international students had to stay on campus for several months before returning home. “For now, […]
Wearing masks should not be political
In “unprecedented times” such as the ones we are living in during 2020 it is important to check both the priorities that individuals hold and the priorities of our society as a whole. With more and more calls to wear a mask, some people have chosen to interpret this guideline as having political motives. However, […]
Campus reopens with modifications
It has been nearly six months since the novel coronavirus caused universities across the nation to close campuses and shift classes to an online format. Because the pandemic is still ongoing, the executive council at California Baptist University has implemented multiple changes to the school for the Fall 2020 semester that allows the campus to […]