August 2, 2020
The shadow pandemic
Described as a shadow pandemic, domestic violence is a silent killer. And it happens in the Church more than you think.
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August 2, 2020
Infectious disease physician breaks down coronavirus mask myths
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends people wear cloth face masks in public places to reduce the spread of COVID-19. According to the National Public Health Institute, those who are pre-symptomatic can spread the virus before showing sympto...
August 2, 2020
Papua New Guinea’s smallest mission makes a big impact
The South West Papua Mission has reported unexpected membership growth during the period of COVID-19, with a total of 24 small groups now meeting across the Gulf Province and Western Province. “During the first lockdown most of the church leaders were not happy for the small groups ...
August 2, 2020
Five things to know about sunscreen for your kids
Sun safety can be difficult at all ages, but especially when dealing with younger kids. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warn parents that just a few severe sunburns can increase a child's risk of skin cancer later in life. Alexandra Clark , MD, division chie...
August 2, 2020
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Joins Medical Experts at AdventHealth Orlando to Discuss the Latest on COVID-19 in Florida
AdventHealth recently hosted Florida governor Ron DeSantis at its flagship hospital in Orlando. DeSantis joined several AdventHealth medical experts in a roundtable discussion that focused on COVID-19 treatment, improved patient outcomes, recoveries, and the importance of not dela...
August 2, 2020
ADRA receives CA $1.9M grant for Covid-19 response in Camarines Sur
Global Affairs Canada has approved approximately CA $1.9M (US $1.4M) funding for a nine-month ADRA COVID-19 response in the province of Camarines Sur, in the targeted EMBRACE project municipalities of Calabanga, Garchitorena, Presentacion, and San Jose in the Philippines. The...