Special Investigator To Review Conditions At Holyoke Soldiers' Home; State Preparing Field Hospital At Worcester's DCU CenterWBUR's Deborah Becker spoke with All Things Considered host Lisa Mullins about the day's developments.PlayWBUR News05:01Apr 1, 2020
Mass. Sees Sharp Increase In COVID-19 Deaths; Gov. Baker Extends Business ShutdownThe number of COVID-19 deaths in Massachusetts jumped by almost 60% in a 24-hour period.PlayWBUR News04:55Mar 31, 2020
'It Didn't Have To Get That Bad': Veteran Service Officer Says Problems At Holyoke Soldiers' Home Go Way BackThirteen veterans have died at the facility in recent days. Six are confirmed to have had COVID-19. One tested negative for the coronavirus, and the other results are pending. So...PlayCommonHealth06:43Mar 31, 2020
From Dirt To Doorstep, During Coronavirus Crisis Massachusetts Farms Find Ways To Come To YouAs more customers order their groceries online, some farmers are able to meet that digital demand too, providing boxes of fresh vegetables and other local products.PlayThe ARTery04:05Mar 31, 2020
Spaulding Hospital In Cambridge Opens A Dedicated COVID-19 Recovery UnitThe Spaulding unit is one of several clinics that have found new purpose during the COVID-19 pandemic.PlayCommonHealth02:31Mar 30, 2020
Gov. Baker Predicts April 'Surge' In Coronavirus Illnesses; Mass. Case Total Surpasses 5,000WBUR's Steve Brown gives an update on the latest state response to the coronavirus pandemic.PlayWBUR News05:42Mar 30, 2020
The $2 Trillion Federal Stimulus Plan Will Help Massachusetts, But Lawmakers Say It's Only A Start.Under the plan, most Massachusetts residents will get cash payments of $1,200 directly from the government. Couples will get $2,400, plus another $500 per child. Those payment will go to...WBUR NewsMar 27, 2020
Boston Doctor's Up-Close View Of COVID-19: It Can Get Bad Fast, Last Long, And Hit The YoungA doctor in the thick of the coronavirus battle, the director of the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center unit who is treating some of the sickest patients, shares her on-the-ground...PlayCommonHealth03:23Mar 26, 2020
'Madd Love' From A Distance: Lowell Program Supports At-Risk Young Adults During Coronavirus-Related ShutdownBut UTEC doesn't only have to concern itself with the financial toll that work shutdowns, the economic downturn and social distancing are having on its bottom line. It has to...PlayWBUR News07:06Mar 26, 2020
Massachusetts Unemployment Claims Skyrocket, Shattering All Previous RecordsFederal data show 147,995 claims were filed for the week ending March 21, up from 7,449 the previous week. PlayBostonomix03:54Mar 26, 2020
How To Seek A Safe Respite Outdoors While Social DistancingDr. Richard Serrao says scientists don't know yet how transmissible the coronavirus is in open air, so even when you're outdoors, keep your distance. PlayCommonHealth04:14Mar 25, 2020
The Mood On Waltham's Moody Street As Stores Shut To Stall Virus SpreadWBUR reporter Bruce Gellerman and photojournalist Robin Lubbock went to Moody Street in Waltham to capture the mood of store owners in the heart of the city's commercial district.PlayBostonomix03:02Mar 24, 2020
Health Experts Are Scouring The State For Places To Put Temporary Emergency HospitalsHotels, university dormitories, convention centers and gymnasiums are all being floated as possible locations for field clinics to treat a possible surge in patients with COVID-19.PlayCommonHealth02:33Mar 24, 2020
COVID-19 Cases Rise Sharply As Testing Increases; Massachusetts Businesses Shut Down Under State OrderWBUR's Senior State House Reporter Steve Brown spoke with All Things Considered host Lisa Mullins about the order and the latest COVID-19 case and testing numbers.PlayWBUR News05:30Mar 24, 2020
'An Extreme Scenario': Transmission Rate Math Highlights Need For Strict Social DistancingA little physical distance can make a big difference in the transmission of the coronavirus.PlayWBUR News05:56Mar 24, 2020
'They Fear That They're Going To Die Here'; ICE Detainees In Bristol County Speak Out On COVID-19 ConcernsAccording to the letter, 28 of the 57 ICE detainees in 'Unit B' have chronic illnesses, including Leukemia, emphysema, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and Tuberculosis.PlayWBUR News02:13Mar 24, 2020
School Counselors Try To Keep Students Connected To Mental Health ServicesWithout school in session, adjustment counselors and other mental health staff are having to find new ways to serve their students remotely. PlayEdify03:04Mar 24, 2020
The BSO Pivots To Connect With Audiences Virtually After Coronavirus CancellationsPlayThe ARTery02:40Mar 24, 2020
For Colleges, New Challenges And Surprising Benefits From Going OnlineThe transition to online for some students and faculty has had challenges and some silver linings.PlayEdify03:19Mar 23, 2020
