Dr. Anthony Fauci warned Americans against holding out for a particular COVID-19 vaccine – saying all three on the market are “safe and efficacious.” The newest option from Johnson & Johnson has features that “we really care about that are important,” he said, despite showing lower efficacy than the Moderna and Pfizer vaccines.
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in partnership with Boston Children’s Hospital and Castlight Health, has launched a new tool that allows Americans to search for COVID-19 vaccine providers with available stock.
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A new app to help travelers store and manage their certifications for COVID-19 tests and vaccines is set to launch this month. The International Air Transport Association (IATA), the global association of which 290 airlines are a member, is in the process of developing the IATA Travel Pass free mobile app.
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Biden administration officials said that for two weeks starting tomorrow, the Small Business Administration will only accept applications for forgivable Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans from firms with fewer than 20 employees to ensure that they are not crowded out by larger firms.
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People who have received the full course of COVID-19 vaccines can skip the standard 14-day quarantine after exposure to someone with the infection as long as they remain asymptomatic, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
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As the COVID-19 vaccine continues to be rolled out across the U.S., there is still a lot of uncertainty among employees about whether to get the shots or not. According to a new survey by The Conference Board, there is a division based on job titles.
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The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is taking additional steps toward improving the speed to resolve data mismatches and eligibility concerns so that small businesses have as much time as possible to access Paycheck Protection Program funds while maintaining the integrity of the program.
In recognition of the continuing economic hardship caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Internal Revenue Service is easing its collection activities to avoid the seizure of bank accounts containing Economic Impact Payments (EIP) or Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan proceeds.
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As the third round of Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans comes online in the first quarter of 2021, many leaders may be looking at applying for a loan. However, it’s wise to first review what experts know – and don’t yet know – about the guidelines and potential consequences surrounding PPP loans before making a final decision.
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Revised guidance from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is designed to help businesses reopen and stay open, safely. It will help employers and workers identify risks of being exposed to or contracting COVID-19 in the workplace, and implement a COVID-19 Prevention Program to address those risks.
World Millwork Alliance (WMA) 54 TH Annual Convention & Tradeshow will hold its’ premier event at the Memphis Cook Convention Center from September 11-15, 2018. WMA will offer Veterans and Students complimentary access to the exhibit hall during Millwork Career Day on Friday, September 14, 2018 during the show hours of 10:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
WMA welcomes Veterans and Students to explore a career in the millwork industry. Learn from worldwide millwork professionals while viewing the finest millwork products. Meet with industry distributors and manufacturers about the opportunities in a millwork career.
Pre-registration for a name badge is available by completing a WMA Registration Form. Any local Student or Veteran who has pre-registered will pick up their complimentary “Expo – One Day Pass” with a valid student ID or Veteran ID at the WMA registration desk in the Memphis Cook Convention Center.
Veterans must show a Veteran’s Administration (VA) identification card to receive an “Expo-One Day Pass” and to gain entrance into the exhibit hall on Friday, September 14, 2018.
Students must show a valid Student photo I.D. card to receive an “Expo-One Day Pass” and to gain entrance into the exhibit hall on Friday, September 14, 2018.
Pre-registration is open until August 13, 2018; thereafter, registration is onsite at the WMA registration desk in the Memphis Cook Convention Center.
