GWorld vendors unaware of single-use plastics policy
GWorld vendors are still distributing single-use plastics after officials said they would require businesses to switch to “alternative materials.”
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Community members, experts say CCST contact tracing notifications lack details
Some community members are saying the University’s contact tracing system is missing details like the time and location of potential exposures.
Limited COVID-19 testing appointments led to delays: students
More than 10 community members said they couldn’t find any available COVID-19 testing appointments for up to more than a week.
Petty to remain permanent Colonial Health Center head
Cissy Petty said she will continue leading the Colonial Health Center going forward and the University will not search for a new CHC executive director.
Professor publishes national contraception workforce map
A Milken professor published an online map tracking the number of contraceptive care providers and their services in each state and county.
Professor launches podcast on future of nursing
A nursing professor is working with the National Academy of Medicine to launch a podcast about health care inequities and pandemic burnout.
MFA selects first COVID-19 response lead
Hana Akselrod will run the Medical Faculty Associates’ safety and health protocols as the new COVID-19 response lead.
Professors study Foggy Bottom energy system
Three engineering professors are analyzing the University’s energy management system on campus to propose an energy model for other urban buildings.
Students grapple with eating disorders during pandemic
Students said their eating disorders worsened during the pandemic amid isolation, stress and increased social media usage.
GW project aims to build trust in COVID-19 vaccine
A professor received a $1 million grant to increase trust in the COVID-19 vaccine among D.C.’s socially vulnerable communities late last month.