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2020-05-28
Graduation Pains
As I pondered the loss of graduation, I found myself not sad, but relieved, a feeling I imagine to be in the minority. I reflect on the feelings of someone who does not enjoy events like graduation and how its cancellation was a relief rather than a loss. -
2020-03-18
Health, Healing, and the Coronavirus
The “Found Conscious” Facebook page shared a video in which Thomas Cowan, MD describes the coronavirus pandemic in terms of his healing philosophy, claiming its related to 5G technology and metals. Within a week, Facebook reported more than 300,000 shares of this particular video. In the wake of ongoing concerns about “fake news,” social media platforms, including Facebook, have taken moves to censor expression. In this case, Facebook describes the presentation with a notice that it contains “False Information,” as checked by independent fact checkers. (See, for instance, the report of the independent experts: https://healthfeedback.org/claimreview/viral-claim-falsely-asserts-that-covid-19-is-due-to-5g-technology-rollout-not-a-virus/?fbclid=IwAR0qoEAF9-cy2H2Y42gw6sQfiTCw_-CfPKWjpO2kzMUif5Z4vN05kD6qWCI.) Broadly, the video reveals how the Internet has become a platform for sharing alternative narratives of COVID-19 and the pandemic, revealing a public trying to understand what it means to live during a pandemic. -
03/16/2020
Better World
This tweet calls of society to emerge from the pandemic and work to create a better world. Far too many factors allowed for the rise and continued spread of the virus. Society is now facing the consequences of such an intense global crisis, and some of the struggles could have been avoided had appropriate measures been taken, especially in America. Had America had paid sick leave, free health insurance, etc., maybe the spread of the virus could have been slowed. While we will never know, we must do better. We must take what we learn from this and create a better world for all. -
03/22/2020
Coronavirus cases top 300,000 worldwide
Reaching 300,000 is an important milestone during the pandemic. It shows the continued rise of the virus on a global scale and highlights that life will likely not be the same for some time. -
2020-03-17
Cinematic Releases Released at Home
Certain movies have been made available for viewing at home in the wake of coronavirus outbreaks. As the film industry takes a huge financial hit now that theatres across the world are closed, they are struggling to continue releasing films on schedule while still turning a profit. The decision to release films for viewing at home marks a huge shift in the way society approaches releasing films to the public. -
2020-03-21
Dog Days During the Coronavirus
This image depicts my dog, Jon Jon, laying on my lap at our home. He has been confused but happy now that we are home all day every day. He does not realize that anything is amiss, he is simply happy his humans are home to spend time with. He serves as a direct contrast to the panic that we humans are feeling in the midst of the pandemic. -
2020-03-20
Empty Shelves
This image shows empty shelves at Roche Bros. Supermarket in Natick, MA. This is the toilet paper and paper towel aisle. They are completely empty, showing that people are still panic buying these products despite recommendations that these are not the priority and should be bought according to need rather than fear. -
2020-03-20
Limits on High Demand Products
This hand-made sign lists items that, due to their high demand, have a limit on how many items customers can buy when they are in stock. This sign highlights the continued scarcity of certain necessities such as toilet paper, paper towels, hand sanitizer, and surgical face masks among other items. Even over halfway through March, these products are still in high demand and the shelves are often empty, forcing management of CVS to limit what each customer can buy to ensure as many people obtain the items they need. -
March 20, 2020
CVS Social Distancing Reminder
This image shows a sign that reminds customers to engage in social distancing in accordance with recommendations by the Center for Disease Control (CDC) and World Health Organization (WHO). The sign was located on a small display next to the registers and was one of many. These signs highlight the importance of social distancing but also the necessity of reminding people to engage in the practice as it is not a common practice. -
March 20, 2020
CVS's Temporary Waiting Room Procedure
This sign provides information on the CVS's updating waiting room procedure when attending the Minute Clinic. These procedures function to protect customers from those who may be experiencing symptoms and also alert patients in need to help what services are available to them. These updated procedures highlight the extra precautions that must be taken to protect the general population while still ensuring that those in need of medical assistance can obtain the help they need. -
2020-02-01
Email announcing the first confirmed case of coronavirus in Massachusetts
Email sent the University of Massachusetts Boston community announcing the first confirmed case of coronavirus in Massachusetts was in a UMass Boston student. The student had been in Wuhan, China and felt ill upon his return. The day after this return, he was tested and quarantined. The email includes information regarding coronavirus and steps students, faculty, and staff can take to help limit the spread of the virus in the coming months. -
March 11, 2020
UMass Boston COVID-19 Preparedness Update
Email from the five chancellors and the president of the University of Massachusetts system and UMass Boston Interim Chancellor Katherine S. Newman announcing the decision to shift to a remote-learning plan in an effort to mitigate the spread of the coronavirus. The email also lays out specific expectations for faculty, staff, and students to prepare for the shift to remote learning and limit the activities of the UMass Boston community. -
2020-03-19
City of Boston's Daily Text Service
The image displays texts from the City of Boston's daily text service updating the public on developments related to the coronavirus. Messages provide updates on how many people are infected, remind residents to take necessary precautions, and alert residents to relevant closings and where to find more detailed information.