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Broadway and several other major cultural institutions in New York said last week that they would close temporarily in an effort to curtail the spread of the coronavirus.Broadway and several other major cultural institutions in New York said last week that they would close temporarily in an effort to curtail the spread of the coronavirus.
The announcement came as Gov. Andrew Cuomo ordered restrictions on public gatherings and called for social distancing. The Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Metropolitan Opera, Carnegie Hall and the New York Philharmonic were among the first major institutions to shutter in an effort to help prevent exposure. The New York, Queens and Brooklyn libraries are closed as of Monday and public programming and events are suspended. All movie theaters were ordered closed by 8 p.m. Monday.The announcement came as Gov. Andrew Cuomo ordered restrictions on public gatherings and called for social distancing. The Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Metropolitan Opera, Carnegie Hall and the New York Philharmonic were among the first major institutions to shutter in an effort to help prevent exposure. The New York, Queens and Brooklyn libraries are closed as of Monday and public programming and events are suspended. All movie theaters were ordered closed by 8 p.m. Monday.
Here is a list of closures, cancellations and postponements in New York City.Here is a list of closures, cancellations and postponements in New York City.
American Folk Art Museum is closed and all public programs and events are postponed through March 31.American Folk Art Museum is closed and all public programs and events are postponed through March 31.
The American Museum of Natural History was temporarily closed.The American Museum of Natural History was temporarily closed.
Brooklyn Historical Society is closed through March 31. All events are suspended as well.Brooklyn Historical Society is closed through March 31. All events are suspended as well.
The Brooklyn Museum announced it would close temporarily beginning March 13 and undergo a deep cleaning. All programs will be postponed or canceled until further notice.The Brooklyn Museum announced it would close temporarily beginning March 13 and undergo a deep cleaning. All programs will be postponed or canceled until further notice.
The Drawing Center is closed until further notice. All public programs postponed through April 12.The Drawing Center is closed until further notice. All public programs postponed through April 12.
The Empire State Building observatories are closed.The Empire State Building observatories are closed.
The Guggenheim is closed until further notice. All events have been canceled.The Guggenheim is closed until further notice. All events have been canceled.
The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum will be closed through March 27.The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum will be closed through March 27.
The Jewish Museum said it would close March 13 for two weeks. All public programs and events are canceled and refunds will be issued.The Jewish Museum said it would close March 13 for two weeks. All public programs and events are canceled and refunds will be issued.
The Metropolitan Museum of Art, as well as the Met Breuer and the Met Cloisters, were closed starting Friday.The Metropolitan Museum of Art, as well as the Met Breuer and the Met Cloisters, were closed starting Friday.
The Museum of Modern Art and MoMA PS1 are closed through March 30.The Museum of Modern Art and MoMA PS1 are closed through March 30.
Museum at Eldridge Street was closed beginning March 15.Museum at Eldridge Street was closed beginning March 15.
The Neue Galerie said late Thursday it was closed until further notice.The Neue Galerie said late Thursday it was closed until further notice.
The New Museum has temporarily closed its galleries and offices. A reopen date has not been scheduled.The New Museum has temporarily closed its galleries and offices. A reopen date has not been scheduled.
The New-York Historical Society closed at 6 p.m. Friday as a preventive measure, a spokesman said. All programs and events will be closed through the end of April.The New-York Historical Society closed at 6 p.m. Friday as a preventive measure, a spokesman said. All programs and events will be closed through the end of April.
The 9/11 Museum and Memorial was closed temporarily beginning Friday.The 9/11 Museum and Memorial was closed temporarily beginning Friday.
The Rubin Museum of Art was closed starting Friday at 5 p.m.The Rubin Museum of Art was closed starting Friday at 5 p.m.
The Statue of Liberty and the Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration are closed temporarily.The Statue of Liberty and the Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration are closed temporarily.
The Whitney Museum of American Art closed temporarily and canceled all events beginning on March 13 at 5 p.m.The Whitney Museum of American Art closed temporarily and canceled all events beginning on March 13 at 5 p.m.
Anthology Film Archives in the East Village has suspended programming for the rest of the month.Anthology Film Archives in the East Village has suspended programming for the rest of the month.
BAM Rose Cinemas in Brooklyn closed Saturday until further notice.BAM Rose Cinemas in Brooklyn closed Saturday until further notice.
Film at Lincoln Center, which includes the Walter Reade Theater and Eleanor Bunin Munroe Theater, closed Thursday.Film at Lincoln Center, which includes the Walter Reade Theater and Eleanor Bunin Munroe Theater, closed Thursday.
Film Forum closed Sunday, through March 31.Film Forum closed Sunday, through March 31.
IFC Center announced it was closing beginning Saturday through March 31.IFC Center announced it was closing beginning Saturday through March 31.
The New Directors/New Films festival, set to open March 25, and the Chaplin Award Gala, honoring Spike Lee, originally scheduled for April 27, will be rescheduled for the fall.The New Directors/New Films festival, set to open March 25, and the Chaplin Award Gala, honoring Spike Lee, originally scheduled for April 27, will be rescheduled for the fall.
Nitehawk Cinemas in Brooklyn has canceled showings at its two locations.Nitehawk Cinemas in Brooklyn has canceled showings at its two locations.
The Tribeca Film Festival, which was set to begin April 15, has been delayed until further notice.The Tribeca Film Festival, which was set to begin April 15, has been delayed until further notice.
Updated June 22, 2020 Updated June 24, 2020
Scientists around the country have tried to identify everyday materials that do a good job of filtering microscopic particles. In recent tests, HEPA furnace filters scored high, as did vacuum cleaner bags, fabric similar to flannel pajamas and those of 600-count pillowcases. Other materials tested included layered coffee filters and scarves and bandannas. These scored lower, but still captured a small percentage of particles.
A commentary published this month on the website of the British Journal of Sports Medicine points out that covering your face during exercise “comes with issues of potential breathing restriction and discomfort” and requires “balancing benefits versus possible adverse events.” Masks do alter exercise, says Cedric X. Bryant, the president and chief science officer of the American Council on Exercise, a nonprofit organization that funds exercise research and certifies fitness professionals. “In my personal experience,” he says, “heart rates are higher at the same relative intensity when you wear a mask.” Some people also could experience lightheadedness during familiar workouts while masked, says Len Kravitz, a professor of exercise science at the University of New Mexico.A commentary published this month on the website of the British Journal of Sports Medicine points out that covering your face during exercise “comes with issues of potential breathing restriction and discomfort” and requires “balancing benefits versus possible adverse events.” Masks do alter exercise, says Cedric X. Bryant, the president and chief science officer of the American Council on Exercise, a nonprofit organization that funds exercise research and certifies fitness professionals. “In my personal experience,” he says, “heart rates are higher at the same relative intensity when you wear a mask.” Some people also could experience lightheadedness during familiar workouts while masked, says Len Kravitz, a professor of exercise science at the University of New Mexico.
The steroid, dexamethasone, is the first treatment shown to reduce mortality in severely ill patients, according to scientists in Britain. The drug appears to reduce inflammation caused by the immune system, protecting the tissues. In the study, dexamethasone reduced deaths of patients on ventilators by one-third, and deaths of patients on oxygen by one-fifth.The steroid, dexamethasone, is the first treatment shown to reduce mortality in severely ill patients, according to scientists in Britain. The drug appears to reduce inflammation caused by the immune system, protecting the tissues. In the study, dexamethasone reduced deaths of patients on ventilators by one-third, and deaths of patients on oxygen by one-fifth.
The coronavirus emergency relief package gives many American workers paid leave if they need to take time off because of the virus. It gives qualified workers two weeks of paid sick leave if they are ill, quarantined or seeking diagnosis or preventive care for coronavirus, or if they are caring for sick family members. It gives 12 weeks of paid leave to people caring for children whose schools are closed or whose child care provider is unavailable because of the coronavirus. It is the first time the United States has had widespread federally mandated paid leave, and includes people who don’t typically get such benefits, like part-time and gig economy workers. But the measure excludes at least half of private-sector workers, including those at the country’s largest employers, and gives small employers significant leeway to deny leave.The coronavirus emergency relief package gives many American workers paid leave if they need to take time off because of the virus. It gives qualified workers two weeks of paid sick leave if they are ill, quarantined or seeking diagnosis or preventive care for coronavirus, or if they are caring for sick family members. It gives 12 weeks of paid leave to people caring for children whose schools are closed or whose child care provider is unavailable because of the coronavirus. It is the first time the United States has had widespread federally mandated paid leave, and includes people who don’t typically get such benefits, like part-time and gig economy workers. But the measure excludes at least half of private-sector workers, including those at the country’s largest employers, and gives small employers significant leeway to deny leave.
So far, the evidence seems to show it does. A widely cited paper published in April suggests that people are most infectious about two days before the onset of coronavirus symptoms and estimated that 44 percent of new infections were a result of transmission from people who were not yet showing symptoms. Recently, a top expert at the World Health Organization stated that transmission of the coronavirus by people who did not have symptoms was “very rare,” but she later walked back that statement.So far, the evidence seems to show it does. A widely cited paper published in April suggests that people are most infectious about two days before the onset of coronavirus symptoms and estimated that 44 percent of new infections were a result of transmission from people who were not yet showing symptoms. Recently, a top expert at the World Health Organization stated that transmission of the coronavirus by people who did not have symptoms was “very rare,” but she later walked back that statement.
Touching contaminated objects and then infecting ourselves with the germs is not typically how the virus spreads. But it can happen. A number of studies of flu, rhinovirus, coronavirus and other microbes have shown that respiratory illnesses, including the new coronavirus, can spread by touching contaminated surfaces, particularly in places like day care centers, offices and hospitals. But a long chain of events has to happen for the disease to spread that way. The best way to protect yourself from coronavirus — whether it’s surface transmission or close human contact — is still social distancing, washing your hands, not touching your face and wearing masks.Touching contaminated objects and then infecting ourselves with the germs is not typically how the virus spreads. But it can happen. A number of studies of flu, rhinovirus, coronavirus and other microbes have shown that respiratory illnesses, including the new coronavirus, can spread by touching contaminated surfaces, particularly in places like day care centers, offices and hospitals. But a long chain of events has to happen for the disease to spread that way. The best way to protect yourself from coronavirus — whether it’s surface transmission or close human contact — is still social distancing, washing your hands, not touching your face and wearing masks.
A study by European scientists is the first to document a strong statistical link between genetic variations and Covid-19, the illness caused by the coronavirus. Having Type A blood was linked to a 50 percent increase in the likelihood that a patient would need to get oxygen or to go on a ventilator, according to the new study.A study by European scientists is the first to document a strong statistical link between genetic variations and Covid-19, the illness caused by the coronavirus. Having Type A blood was linked to a 50 percent increase in the likelihood that a patient would need to get oxygen or to go on a ventilator, according to the new study.
The unemployment rate fell to 13.3 percent in May, the Labor Department said on June 5, an unexpected improvement in the nation’s job market as hiring rebounded faster than economists expected. Economists had forecast the unemployment rate to increase to as much as 20 percent, after it hit 14.7 percent in April, which was the highest since the government began keeping official statistics after World War II. But the unemployment rate dipped instead, with employers adding 2.5 million jobs, after more than 20 million jobs were lost in April.The unemployment rate fell to 13.3 percent in May, the Labor Department said on June 5, an unexpected improvement in the nation’s job market as hiring rebounded faster than economists expected. Economists had forecast the unemployment rate to increase to as much as 20 percent, after it hit 14.7 percent in April, which was the highest since the government began keeping official statistics after World War II. But the unemployment rate dipped instead, with employers adding 2.5 million jobs, after more than 20 million jobs were lost in April.
States are reopening bit by bit. This means that more public spaces are available for use and more and more businesses are being allowed to open again. The federal government is largely leaving the decision up to states, and some state leaders are leaving the decision up to local authorities. Even if you aren’t being told to stay at home, it’s still a good idea to limit trips outside and your interaction with other people.
Common symptoms include fever, a dry cough, fatigue and difficulty breathing or shortness of breath. Some of these symptoms overlap with those of the flu, making detection difficult, but runny noses and stuffy sinuses are less common. The C.D.C. has also added chills, muscle pain, sore throat, headache and a new loss of the sense of taste or smell as symptoms to look out for. Most people fall ill five to seven days after exposure, but symptoms may appear in as few as two days or as many as 14 days.Common symptoms include fever, a dry cough, fatigue and difficulty breathing or shortness of breath. Some of these symptoms overlap with those of the flu, making detection difficult, but runny noses and stuffy sinuses are less common. The C.D.C. has also added chills, muscle pain, sore throat, headache and a new loss of the sense of taste or smell as symptoms to look out for. Most people fall ill five to seven days after exposure, but symptoms may appear in as few as two days or as many as 14 days.
If air travel is unavoidable, there are some steps you can take to protect yourself. Most important: Wash your hands often, and stop touching your face. If possible, choose a window seat. A study from Emory University found that during flu season, the safest place to sit on a plane is by a window, as people sitting in window seats had less contact with potentially sick people. Disinfect hard surfaces. When you get to your seat and your hands are clean, use disinfecting wipes to clean the hard surfaces at your seat like the head and arm rest, the seatbelt buckle, the remote, screen, seat back pocket and the tray table. If the seat is hard and nonporous or leather or pleather, you can wipe that down, too. (Using wipes on upholstered seats could lead to a wet seat and spreading of germs rather than killing them.)If air travel is unavoidable, there are some steps you can take to protect yourself. Most important: Wash your hands often, and stop touching your face. If possible, choose a window seat. A study from Emory University found that during flu season, the safest place to sit on a plane is by a window, as people sitting in window seats had less contact with potentially sick people. Disinfect hard surfaces. When you get to your seat and your hands are clean, use disinfecting wipes to clean the hard surfaces at your seat like the head and arm rest, the seatbelt buckle, the remote, screen, seat back pocket and the tray table. If the seat is hard and nonporous or leather or pleather, you can wipe that down, too. (Using wipes on upholstered seats could lead to a wet seat and spreading of germs rather than killing them.)
If you’ve been exposed to the coronavirus or think you have, and have a fever or symptoms like a cough or difficulty breathing, call a doctor. They should give you advice on whether you should be tested, how to get tested, and how to seek medical treatment without potentially infecting or exposing others.If you’ve been exposed to the coronavirus or think you have, and have a fever or symptoms like a cough or difficulty breathing, call a doctor. They should give you advice on whether you should be tested, how to get tested, and how to seek medical treatment without potentially infecting or exposing others.
If you’re sick and you think you’ve been exposed to the new coronavirus, the C.D.C. recommends that you call your healthcare provider and explain your symptoms and fears. They will decide if you need to be tested. Keep in mind that there’s a chance — because of a lack of testing kits or because you’re asymptomatic, for instance — you won’t be able to get tested.
Ars Nova suspended all programming for 30 days as of Thursday.Ars Nova suspended all programming for 30 days as of Thursday.
BAM is suspending all live programming through March 29.BAM is suspending all live programming through March 29.
Carnegie Hall canceled all events through March 31.Carnegie Hall canceled all events through March 31.
City Center has canceled events through April 5.City Center has canceled events through April 5.
Danspace Project performances are canceled through March 28, which includes the remaining Platform 2020 events, and Megan Williams Dance Projects.Danspace Project performances are canceled through March 28, which includes the remaining Platform 2020 events, and Megan Williams Dance Projects.
59E59 Theaters announced it was suspending public programming and plans to resume performances on April 1.59E59 Theaters announced it was suspending public programming and plans to resume performances on April 1.
The Metropolitan Opera has canceled all performances through March 31.The Metropolitan Opera has canceled all performances through March 31.
National Sawdust is suspending all programming as of March 13 through the end of April.National Sawdust is suspending all programming as of March 13 through the end of April.
New Victory Theater has canceled its season through June 14.New Victory Theater has canceled its season through June 14.
The New York Philharmonic canceled all performances through March 31.The New York Philharmonic canceled all performances through March 31.
The 92nd Street Y has suspended talks and performances until March 22.The 92nd Street Y has suspended talks and performances until March 22.
Rattlestick was suspending performances after the final showing of “The Siblings Play” on March 14.Rattlestick was suspending performances after the final showing of “The Siblings Play” on March 14.
The Shed is suspending exhibitions and performances through March 30.The Shed is suspending exhibitions and performances through March 30.
The Sheen Center will be closed March 13 through March 30.The Sheen Center will be closed March 13 through March 30.
St. Ann’s Warehouse has postponed the return of “The Jungle,” slated to open on April 1.St. Ann’s Warehouse has postponed the return of “The Jungle,” slated to open on April 1.
Symphony Space said it has suspended all programs through April 1.Symphony Space said it has suspended all programs through April 1.
Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden is postponing its programming, including operating hours for the Newhouse Center for Contemporary Art and the New York Chinese Scholar’s Garden, until March 31. Snug Harbor’s main outdoor grounds and gardens will remain open.Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden is postponing its programming, including operating hours for the Newhouse Center for Contemporary Art and the New York Chinese Scholar’s Garden, until March 31. Snug Harbor’s main outdoor grounds and gardens will remain open.
The Bronx Zoo, Central Park Zoo, Prospect Park Zoo, Queens Zoo, and New York Aquarium are all closed as of Monday. Education and public programs will be postponed or canceled.The Bronx Zoo, Central Park Zoo, Prospect Park Zoo, Queens Zoo, and New York Aquarium are all closed as of Monday. Education and public programs will be postponed or canceled.
The New York Botanical Garden is temporarily closed until further notice.The New York Botanical Garden is temporarily closed until further notice.