About this Guide: This evolving directory of online resources is provided by
Middletown Thrall Library,
a Federal Depository Library
in New York State.
Websites listed herein focus on what the CDC describes as "an outbreak of respiratory illness caused by a novel (new) coronavirus first identified in Wuhan, Hubei Province, China."
Included within this guide are links to official local, New York State, New York City, and U.S. federal government news, advisories, services, and related resources.
Additional non-governmental websites are also provided for their potential informational value.
As the library cannot control or guarantee resources on the Internet, you are encouraged to evaluate each website and resource.
For more on evaluating and fact-checking information pertaining to the COVID-19 pandemic, please see the Critical Thinking section of this guide.
Our general Critical Thinking Skills website may offer further insight.
This resource guide is updated as necessary.
Please feel free to link to this pathfinder (at this URL: https://www.thrall.org/corona) and to share word of this resource guide via social media.
Please also note: Middletown Thrall Library does not provide medical advice. For medical advice, diagnosis, treatment, etc., you must consult your own physician or health care provider.
Websites listed herein focus on what the CDC describes as "an outbreak of respiratory illness caused by a novel (new) coronavirus first identified in Wuhan, Hubei Province, China."
Included within this guide are links to official local, New York State, New York City, and U.S. federal government news, advisories, services, and related resources.
Additional non-governmental websites are also provided for their potential informational value.
As the library cannot control or guarantee resources on the Internet, you are encouraged to evaluate each website and resource.
For more on evaluating and fact-checking information pertaining to the COVID-19 pandemic, please see the Critical Thinking section of this guide.
Our general Critical Thinking Skills website may offer further insight.
This resource guide is updated as necessary.
Please feel free to link to this pathfinder (at this URL: https://www.thrall.org/corona) and to share word of this resource guide via social media.
Please also note: Middletown Thrall Library does not provide medical advice. For medical advice, diagnosis, treatment, etc., you must consult your own physician or health care provider.
U.S. Government Resources
- Federal Government Websites
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC):
- Advisories & Guidance Documents:
- Cleaning and Disinfection for Community Facilities
- Cleaning and Disinfection for Households
- Communities, Schools, Workplaces, and Events: Guidance for Where You Live, Work, Learn, Pray, and Play
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Guidance Documents
- Keeping Workplaces, Homes, Schools, or Commercial Establishments Safe (PDF)
- People Who Need to Take Extra Precautions (en español)
- Preventing COVID-19 Spread in Communities
- Protect Yourself and Your Family
- Running Essential Errands: Grocery Shopping, Take-Out, Banking, Getting Gas, and Doctor Visits
- Schools & Childcare: Guidance for School Settings
- Self-Quarantine Guidance for Greater New York City Transportation and Delivery Workers
- Steps to Prevent Illness
- Travel Advisories
- Visiting Parks and Recreational Facilities: Protect Yourself and Others from COVID-19
- What to Do If You're Sick
- Other News & Information:
- CDC Updates COVID-19 Transmission Webpage to Clarify Information about Types of Spread (May 22, 2020)
- COVIDview: A Weekly Surveillance Summary of U.S. COVID-19 Activity
- Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) - main website (en español)
- Environmental Cleaning and Disinfection Recommendations
- Resources for Large Community Events & Mass Gatherings
- Symptoms and Testing
- Advisories & Guidance Documents:
- Congress.gov:
- H.R.748 - CARES (Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security) Act - summary, legislative history and actions, amendments, related bills, and full text of the amended Act which was passed and signed by President Trump on March 27, 2020:
- Read the CARES Act (download PDF)
- Read the CARES Act (online version)
- H.R.6201 - Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) (Public Law 116-127)
See also: FFRCA in the Department of Labor (DOL) - H.R.6074 - Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2020 (Public Law 116-123)
- H.R.748 - CARES (Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security) Act - summary, legislative history and actions, amendments, related bills, and full text of the amended Act which was passed and signed by President Trump on March 27, 2020:
- Congressional Budget Office (CBO):
- Coronavirus.gov
- Department of Agriculture (USDA): Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19)
- Department of Defense (DOD) - Defense.gov: Response to Coronavirus
- Department of Education:
- Department of Homeland Security (DHS):
- DHS: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
- CISA (Cyber Infrastructure) - Cybersecurity Alerts, US-CERT (U.S. Computer Emergency Readiness Team):
- Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD):
- HUD Provides Immediate Relief for Homeowners Amid Nationwide Coronavirus Response - "Suspends all foreclosure and evictions for the next 60 days" (March 18, 2020)
- HUD COVID-19 Resources and Fact Sheets
- Department of Justice (DOH):
- Department of Labor (DOL) & Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS):
- Unemployment Insurance - "Things you need to know to file your claim." Includes the official link for filing unemployment claims.
- COVID-19 and the American Workplace - "Temporary Rule: Paid Leave under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act" (includes Fact Sheets in English and Spanish/español)
- Guidance on Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (April 5, 2020)
- Guidance on Federal Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (April 4, 2020)
- Additional Guidance Following Paid Sick Leave and Expanded Family and Medical Leave Implementation (April 3, 2020)
- CARES Act Guidance on Unemployment Insurance for States in Response to COVID-19 Crisis (April 2, 2020)
- FAQ: COVID-19 and the Fair Labor Standards Act: Questions and Answers
- FAQ: COVID-19 and the Family and Medical Leave Act: Questions and Answers
- FAQ: Families First Coronavirus Response Act: Questions and Answers
- Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA): Employer Paid Leave Requirements
- U.S. Department of the Treasury, IRS and the U.S. Department of Labor Announce Plan to Implement Coronavirus-Related Paid Leave for Workers and Tax Credits for Small and Midsize Businesses to Swiftly Recover the Cost of Providing Coronavirus-Related Leave (
- Coronavirus: Workplace Safety; Wages, Hours, Leave; Injured Federal Workers; News - "resources to help workers and employers prepare for the COVID-19 virus (also known as novel coronavirus)"
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA): Safety and Health Topics - COVID-19
Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) - Unemployment, more statistics - Department of Veteran Affairs:
- Coronavirus Information + VA Video Connect App
- Environmental Protection Agency (EPA):
- Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI):
- Federal Reserve Board (FRB / The Fed):
- Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Resources:
- Agencies Announce Two Actions to Support Lending to Households and Businesses (March 27, 2020)
- Federal Agencies Encourage Banks, Savings Associations and Credit Unions to Offer Responsible Small-dollar Loans to Consumers and Small Businesses Affected by COVID-19 (March 26, 2020)
- Federal Reserve Board Announces Technical Change to Support the U.S. Economy and Allow Banks to Continue Lending to Creditworthy Households and Businesses (March 23, 2020)
- "Federal Reserve Board announces establishment of a Commercial Paper Funding Facility (CPFF) to Support the Flow of Credit to Households and Businesses" (March 17, 2020)
- "Federal Reserve Board Announces Establishment of a Primary Dealer Credit Facility (PDCF) to Support the Credit Needs of Households and Businesses." (March 17, 2020)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Resources:
- Federal Trade Commission (FTC):
- Coronavirus Scams - consumer advisories
- FTC Outlines Agency's Response to Coronavirus Challenges (March 17, 2020)
- Thinking Critically about Coronavirus News and Information
- FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency):
- Food & Drug Administration (FDA):
- Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) - news and consumer advisories
- FDA Alerts Consumers About Unauthorized Fraudulent COVID-19 Test Kits
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS):
- The Library of Congress:
- Coronavirus Resource Guide - Presidential Actions (Proclamations), Congressional Research Service (CRS) Reports, Law Library Global Legal Monitor Articles, and more
- Medicare.gov: Medicare & Coronavirus
- National Institutes of Health (NIH):
- Small Business Administration (SBA):
- Social Security Administration (SSA):
- Social Security & Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) - answers to frequently asked questions, and more
- State Department - international travel advisories:
- Treasury Department:
- How the Treasury Department is Taking Action:
What Treasury is Doing,
The CARES Act,
Assistance for American Workers and Families,
Preserving Jobs, more
- How the Treasury Department is Taking Action:
- USA.gov:
- The White House:
- "President Donald J. Trump Is Providing Economic Relief to American Workers, Families, and Businesses Impacted by the Coronavirus" (March 27, 2020)
- See also: Statement by the President (March 27, 2020)
- Statement from the President Regarding the Defense Production Act (March 27, 2020)
- Coronavirus Guidelines for America
- Coronavirus Task Force
- President Trump: Declaration of a National Emergency (March 13, 2020). Full title: "Message to the Congress on Declaring a National Emergency Concerning the Novel Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Outbreak."
- "President Donald J. Trump Is Providing Economic Relief to American Workers, Families, and Businesses Impacted by the Coronavirus" (March 27, 2020)
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC):
- State Government + Health Department Websites
- All U.S. State Government Websites - via USA.gov
- All U.S. State Health Departments - via CDC.gov
New York State + City Government Websites- New York State Government (see also New York State Reopenings)
- Governor Andrew M. Cuomo:
- Cluster Action Initiative
- Governor Cuomo Announces Updated COVID-19 Micro-Cluster Focus Zones (Nov. 9, 2020)
- Find COVID-19 Hot Spot Zones by Address
- Maps of Cluster Zones - please scroll down their page to view by county
- Pressroom: Official News from the Office of the Governor
- New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo: Daily Coronavirus Briefings Videos (official YouTube channel)
- "Governor Cuomo Directs Hospitals to Prioritize COVID-19 Testing for Children" (May 12, 2020)
- Reopening New York: Phase 1 - "Governor Cuomo outlines the first phase of industries that can start preparing for the reopening process."
- New York State: Regional Monitoring Dashboard - "Regional COVID-19 Metrics: Where Regions Currently Stand." Metrics include: Decline in Total Hospitalizations, Decline in Deaths, New Hospitalizations, Hospital Bed Capacity, ICU Bed Capacity, Diagnostic Testing Capacity, Contact Tracing Capacity. From NY Forward.
- "Amid Ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic, Governor Cuomo Announces Three Regions of New York State Ready to Begin Reopening May 15th" (May 11, 2020)
- (Closings Update: Schools and Colleges) "Governor Cuomo Announces Schools and College Facilities Statewide Will Remain Closed for the Rest of the Academic Year" (May 1, 2020)
- Executive Orders:
- "New York State on PAUSE" Executive Order (March 20, 2020)
- Executive Orders Continuing Temporary Suspension and Modification of Laws Relating to the Disaster Emergency:
- No. 202.47 (July 3, 2020); No. 202.46 (June 30, 2020); No. 202.45 (June 25, 2020); No. 202.44 (June 21, 2020); No. 202.43 (June 19, 2020); No. 202.42 (June 15, 2020); No. 202.41 (June 13, 2020); No. 202.40 (June 10, 2020); No. 202.39 (June 7, 2020); No. 202.38 (June 6, 2020); No. 202.37 (June 5, 2020); No. 202.36 (June 2, 2020); No. 202.35 (May 29, 2020); No. 202.34 (May 29, 2020); No. 202.33 (May 22, 2020); No. 202.32 (May 21, 2020); No. 202.31 (May 14, 2020); No. 202.30 (May 11, 2020); No. 202.29 (May 8, 2020); No. 202.28 (May 7, 2020); No. 202.27 (May 5, 2020); No. 202.26 (May 1, 2020); No. 202.25 (April 29, 2020); No. 202.24 (April 25, 2020); No. 202.23 (April 24, 2020); No. 202.22 (April 20, 2020); No. 202.21 (April 19, 2020); No. 202.20 (April 18, 2020); No. 202.19 (April 17, 2020); No. 202.18 (April 16, 2020); No. 202.17 (April 15, 2020); No. 202.16 (April 12, 2020); No. 202.15 (April 9, 2020); No. 202.14 (April 7, 2020); No. 202.13 (March 30, 2020); No. 202.12 (March 28, 2020); No. 202.11 (March 27, 2020); No. 202.10 (March 23, 2020); No. 202.9 (March 21, 2020); No. 202.8 (March 20, 2020); No. 202.7 (March 19, 2020)
- Executive Order Mandating Businesses That Require In-Office Personnel to Decrease In-Office Workforce by 75 Percent (March 19, 2020)
- No. 202.6 (March 18, 2020)
- Guidance for Determining Whether a Business Enterprise Is Subject to a Workforce Reduction Under Recent Executive Orders provided by Empire State Development (ESD) for Governor's Executive Orders 202.6 and 202.8.
See also:
- Guidance for Determining Whether a Business Enterprise Is Subject to a Workforce Reduction Under Recent Executive Orders provided by Empire State Development (ESD) for Governor's Executive Orders 202.6 and 202.8.
- No. 202.5 (March 18, 2020); No. 202.4 (March 16, 2020); No. 202.3 (March 16, 2020); No. 202.2 (March 14, 2020); No. 202.1 (March 12, 2020)
- No. 202: Declaring a Disaster Emergency in the State of New York (March 2, 2020)
- Governor Cuomo Signs Bill to Guarantee Paid Leave for New Yorkers Under Mandatory or Precautionary Quarantine Due to COVID-19 (March 18, 2020)
- State of Emergency Declaration (March 7, 2020)
- Cluster Action Initiative
- Department of Education (NYSED):
- "Board of Regents Acts on Series of Emergency Regulations to Ease the Burdens on Educators, Students and Professionals in the Wake of the COVID-19 Pandemic" (April 6, 2020)
- "State Education Department and New York State Museum Announce Expanded Learning Resources for Educators and Parents During Statewide School Closure" (April 3, 2020)
- Continuity of Learning Resources - "features options and examples of technology and non-technology-based materials for districts and schools, as they develop distance learning plans for students during closure due to the Novel Coronavirus. Many new and updated remote instruction and learning resources are now available."
- Virtual Field Trips on Facebook Live - "the New York State Museum, the Museum is coming to them with Facebook Live Field Trips every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Join scientists, historians and educators behind the scenes of the Museum's exhibitions and collections to highlight interesting finds and facts about New York State history, science and culture. Just a few of the topics viewers can learn about are Ice Age exploration, Adirondack animals and the centennial of the 19th Amendment for women's suffrage. Virtual tours begin at 1:00 p.m. on the State Museum's Facebook page and are saved on the Museum's Facebook page for viewing after the live stream."
- Coronavirus (COVID-19): Information and Guidance for Schools
- See also: NYS Center for School Health (NYSCSH)
- New York State Department of Health:
- Coronavirus.health.ny.gov
- COVID-19 Testing - "The FDA has approved New York State to authorize the state's 28 public and private labs to begin manual, semi-automated and automated testing for novel coronavirus, or COVID-19.... Your local health department is your community contact for COVID19 concerns."
- Childhood Inflammatory Disease Related to COVID-19
- COVID-19 Tracker - Statistics statewide and by county.
- Know Your Rights - Paid sick leave, unemployment, insurance, mortgages and rent, student loans, price gouging, more
- Latest News
- Protect Yourself and Your Family from Coronavirus (COVID-19)
- New York State of Health (about);
- Press Release: NY State of Health and New York State Department of Financial Services Announce Special Enrollment Period for Uninsured New Yorkers, as Novel Coronavirus Cases Climb (March 16, 2020)
- Questions and Answers on Coronavirus Special Enrollment Period (March 17, 2020)
- Office of Mental Health (OMH):
- OMH Emotional Support Line: 1-844-863-9314
- Managing COVID-19 Related Stress and Anxiety (PDF) (en español)
- COVID-19 Resources - "Learn more about: Managing anxiety in difficult times; Coronavirus-related guidance for healthcare providers; How you can volunteer to help."
- Guidance Documents on COVID-19
- Get Involved: How You Can Help - "Seeking Qualified Health Professionals: The state is taking measures to create a reserve workforce"
- Office of the State Comptroller / New York State and Local Retirement System (NYSLRS)
- Filing For Retirement During the COVID-19 Emergency
See also this blog post: COVID-19: Filing for Benefits
and the New York State Retirement News: The Official Blog of NYSLRS
- Filing For Retirement During the COVID-19 Emergency
- Governor Andrew M. Cuomo:
- New York City Government:
- NYC Health:
- Coronavirus Information
- COVID-19 Engagement Portal - "New Yorkers who have symptoms or tested positive for COVID-19, have come into contact with someone who may have COVID-19 or are currently in quarantine can update the City on their status."
- Declaration of Local State of Emergency (PDF; March 12, 2020)
See also: "Mayor de Blasio Issues State of Emergency" (March 13, 2020) - NYC Public Schools Closing Announcement (March 15, 2020)
- NYC Health:
-
Local Government
- Governments & Health Departments in New York State:
- All NYS County Governments - from NY.gov
- All NYS County Health Departments - from NY.gov
Counties in/around the Ramapo Catskill Library System (RCLS) service area:- Orange County, NY Government - Dept. of Health:
- Vaccination Information Request Form - "The purpose of this form is to gather contact information for individuals wishing to receive the COVID-19 vaccine as it becomes available."
- Economic and Housing Assistance - concerning evictions, foreclosures, assistance (unemployment, tax, small business) in Orange County, NY
- FAQs for Local Businesses about the COVID-19 Outbreak (PDF) (direct link to PDF)
- Food Assistance
- Coronavirus (COVID-19)
- Steven M. Neuhaus, County Executive:
- County Executive Neuhaus Expands Orange County State of Emergency (March 15, 2020)
- "Neuhaus Recommends Closure of All Public and Private Schools in Orange County for Two Weeks" (March 13, 2020)
- State of Emergency Declaration (PDF) (March 10, 2020)
- Rockland County, NY Government - Dept. of Health:
- Sullivan County, NY Government - Public Health Services:
- Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)
- State of Emergency Declaration (March 13, 2020)
- Ulster County, NY Government - Health Department:
- Coronavirus (COVID-19) Information
- State of Emergency Declaration (March 12, 2020)
-
Local Governments:
- All City, Town, and Village Governments in NYS - via NY.gov
- All Other States - via USA.gov
- Local Government in/around our library's service area:
- City of Middletown, NY Government
- Proclamation of Local State of Emergency, from 11/19/20 to 12/18/20 (issued November 19, 2020))
- Proclamation of Local State of Emergency in Response to the Outbreak of COVID-19 to July 10, 2020 (issued June 11, 2020))
- Important Coronavirus Phone Numbers for Information
- Extension of Proclamation of Local State of Emergency in Response to the Outbreak of COVID-19 to May 2, 2020 (April 3, 2020)
- Office of NYS Senator Jen Metzger, 42nd District, COVID-19: Information & Resource Guide
- City of Middletown COVID-19 Business Guide
- Meal Distribution During School Closure
- State of Emergency Declaration (March 16, 2020)
- Orange County Hot Line for Assistance with Food, Heat & Utlilities (telephone number)
- City of Middletown Senior Center Closing Effective Tuesday, March 10, 2020
- Town of Wallkill, NY Government
- Limited State of Emergency Declaration and Executive Order No. 39 of 2020 (November 23, 2020)
- Extension of State of Emergency Declaration for the Town of Wallkill (March 16, 2020)
- State of Emergency Declaration (March 12, 2020)
- City of Middletown, NY Government
- Other Local Government:
- Other Local Government Websites (in / around Orange County, NY)
- Other City, Town, and Village Governments - via NY.gov
- Governments & Health Departments in New York State:
Other COVID-19 Resources Online
Please select a topic:
- Business, Economy, Personal Finances
- Critical Thinking, Scams, Fact-Checking
- Free Services & Resources
- International Info. & Orgs.
- Maps of Coronavirus Cases & Metrics
- Masks & Face Covers - Patterns & Tutorials
- Media & News Coverage
- Medical Literature: Online Journals & Publications
- Psychological Aspects of Coronavirus:
Mental Health & Wellness Resources - Reopening News & Information
- Resources for Researchers & Students
- Terminology
- For Further Exploration
Business, Economy, & Personal Finances Federal / State / County / Local Government Information
+ Select National / State / County / Local Organizations
& News + Media Coverage
(Business, Economic, Financial)
Government Information
- Federal Government (U.S.) Information:
- Congress.gov - learn about:
- H.R.748 - CARES (Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security) Act
- H.R.6201 - Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA)
- Congressional Budget Office (CBO)
- Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB; ConsumerFinance.gov): Protecting Your Finances During the Coronavirus Pandemic
- Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
- Department of Labor (DOL)
- Federal Deposit Insurance Corporatio (FDIC):
- The Federal Reserve ("The Fed")
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
- Small Business Administration (SBA)
- Coronavirus.gov:
- Treasury Department
- Congress.gov - learn about:
- National Organizations:
- AARP - COVID-19 articles, news, and more
- AFT (American Federation of Teachers): Resources on the COVID-19 Ccoronavirus
- American Library Association (ALA): Pandemic Preparedness Resourcs for Libraries
- American Psychological Association (APA): COVID-19 News and Information
- Credit Union National Association: COVID-19 Response Center
- National Association of Manufacturers: COVID-19 Resources
- National Credit Union Administration: Coronavirus (COVID-19): Information for Federally Insured Credit Unions and Members
- National Education Association (NEA): COVID-19 News and Information
- National Governors Association: Coronavirus - What You Need to Know
- National Grocers Association: Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Independent Grocery
- National Restaurant Association: Coronavirus Information and Resources
- U.S. Chamber of Commerce: Responding to Coronavirus - "The latest resources, guidance and insights to protect American businesses, workers and families."
- United Auto Workers (UAW): Coronavirus Resources
- UFT (United Federation of Teachers): Coronavirus
- State Government:
- New York State:
- Department of Labor
- Unemployment Insurance Benefits: Frequently Asked Questions - Note: "Guidance Subject to Change as Federal Legislation is Enacted"
- What You Need to Know and Do About the CARES Act
- Paid Sick Leave for COVID-19 Impacted New Yorkers
- Department of Taxation
- Empire State Development: Novel Coronavirus FAQ for Businesses
- Department of Labor
- New York City:
- Other States - find your state government website via USA.gov.
- New York State:
- State Organizations (New York State):
- The Business Council: COVID-19 - Managing the Coronavirus
- New York State Restaurant Association: COVID-19 - Business Resources & Information
- New York State Small Business Development Center (NYSSBDC)
- NYSUT (New York State United Teachers): Coronavirus Toolkit
- County Government & Organizations:
- Orange County, New York:
- Other Counties:
- RCLS Libraries and Surrounding County Government
- County Governments in New York State - find county governments and their websites via NY.gov.
- Local Government & Organizations:
Business, Economy, & Personal Finances News + Media Coverage
- BBC:
- Coronavirus: A Visual Guide to the Economic Impact (March 28, 2020)
- Coronavirus: US stocks See Worst Fall Since 1987 (March 17, 2020)
- Rate Cuts: US Goes to Almost Zero and Launches Huge Stimulus Programme (March 16, 2020)
- Bloomberg:
- Coronavirus Outbreak (main page, multiple articles)
- Coronavirus Will Change How We Shop, Travel and Work for Years (March 14, 2020)
- CNBC Business News: Coronavirus
- CNN Business:
- The Global Coronavirus Recession Is Beginning (March 16, 2020)
- Financial Times (FT):
- Coronavirus - main page for free access to articles (others articles require a subscription)
- Forbes:
- Coronavirus Economy: As April 1 Looms, Here's What To Do If You Can't Pay Your Bills (March 31, 2020)
- IRS Gives Stimulus Check Distribution Details, Says Payments To Begin Within Three Weeks (March 30, 2020)
- Your Guide To The Federal Stimulus Package (March 27, 2020)
- Your Money And Coronavirus: A Financial Protection Guide
- Harvard Business Review:
- Special Coverage: Coronavirus - Leading and Working through a Pandemic (multiple articles)
- "Understanding the Economic Shock of Coronavirus" (March 27, 2020)
- MarketWatch:
- National Public Radio (NPR):
- Lost Work Because Of Coronavirus? How To Get Unemployment, Skip Loan Payments And More (March 30, 2020)
- "The U.S. Was Already Deep In Debt. This Year's Deficit Will Be 'Mind-Boggling'" (March 30, 2020)
- When Should We Restart the Economy? (March 27, 2020)
- Congress Approved The $2 Trillion Relief Package. When Can I Expect My Check? (March 26, 2020)
See also: "Show Me the Money..." - Advice On Filing For Unemployment Benefits: Document Everything And Be Persistent (March 26, 2020)
- What's Inside The Senate's $2 Trillion Coronavirus Aid Package (March 26, 2020)
- Don't Dash For Cash: Authorities Say There's No Need To Empty The ATM (March 26, 2020)
- 3.3 Million File Unemployment Claims, Shattering Records (March 26, 2020)
- The New York Times:
- U.S. Retail Crisis Deepens as Hundreds of Thousands Lose Work (March 30, 2020)
- How the Fed's Magic Money Machine Will Turn $454 Billion Into $4 Trillion (March 26, 2020)
- The Coronavirus Economy: When Washington Takes Over Business (March 26, 2020)
- Shutdown Spotlights Economic Cost of Saving Lives (March 24, 2020)
- Small Businesses Seek a Crisis Lifeline Beyond Loans (March 23, 2020)
- The Fed Goes All In With Unlimited Bond-Buying Plan (March 23, 2020)
- The U.S. Shut Down Its Economy. Here's What Needs to Happen in Order to Restart. (March 22, 2020)
- Fed's Powell Says U.S. Must Get Virus Under Control Before Economy Restarts
- The Wall Street Journal:
- World Economic Forum:
China / the Chinese Government
(The People's Republic of China)
- Coronavirus - Statements and articles from the Chinese government
- See also:
Critical Thinking, Scam Awareness, & Fact-Checking Confronting the Parallel Epidemic of COVID-19 Misinformation
- AARP: "Coronavirus Scams Spread as Fraudsters Follow the Headlines"
- AFP Fact Check - AFP Coronavirus Verification Hub:
- "Why the Novel Coronavirus Became a Social Media Nightmare" - concerning "the life-endangering consequences of supposed cures, misleading claims, snake-oil sales pitches and conspiracy theories about the outbreak" (March 29, 2020)
- Anti-Defamation League (ADL): "Coronavirus Crisis Elevates Antisemitic, Racist Tropes"
- AP (Associated Press): "China Didn't Warn Public of Likely Pandemic for 6 Key Days"
- The Atlantic:
- BBC:
- Bloomberg:
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC):
- CNET: "Coronavirus Myths - Don't Believe These Fake Reports about the Deadly Virus"
- CNN: "EU Says Pro-Kremlin Media Trying to Sow 'Panic and Fear' with Coronavirus Disinformation" (March 18, 2020)
- Common Sense Media:
- Essential Digital Citizenship Lessons for the Coronavirus Pandemic - "Support the transition to virtual learning and help students think critically and compassionately about what they see online."
- How to Help Kids Sort Fact from Fiction about the Coronavirus
- See also: Explaining the News to Our Kids
- The Computational Propaganda Project: Coronavirus Misinformation: Weekly Briefings - "Given the evolving nature of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic - and public understanding of the crises - we provide a weekly briefing about the spread of coronavirus information across multiple social media platforms." From Oxford Internet Institute.
- Consumer Reports: How to Avoid Coronavirus Phishing Scams
- Engadget: "No, 5G Didn't Start a Pandemic"
- FactCheck.org: Coronavirus
- FDA (Food & Drug Administration): "Beware of Fraudulent Coronavirus Tests, Vaccines, and Treatments"
- FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency): Coronavirus Rumor Control
- Forbes:
- Good Housekeeping: How to Keep Yourself Safe From Coronavirus Scams and Fake Health Products
- Government (U.S.) - Advisories & Scam Alerts:
- Harvard Health: "Be Careful Where You Get Your News about Coronavirus"
- Johns Hopkins:
- Coronavirus Disease 2019: Myth vs. Fact
- COVID-19 Expert Reality Check - provided via Global Health Now / Bloomberg School of Public Health
- LiveScience: "13 Coronavirus Myths Busted by Science"
- National Public Radio (NPR):
- "Fake Facts Are Flying About Coronavirus. Now There's A Plan To Debunk Them"
- "Misinformation around the Coronavirus" - podcast + transcript.
- Seen 'Plandemic'? We Take A Close Look At The Viral Conspiracy Video's Claims
- "Troll Watch: Misinformation around the Coronavirus" - podcast + transcript.
- "A User's Guide To Masks: What's Best At Protecting Others (And Yourself)"
- National Review:
- NBC News: False Coronavirus Rumors Surge in 'Hidden Viral' Text Messages - "Some users, even those who have no intention of spreading wrong information, are forwarding along viral rumors and urban legends."
- The New York Times (free registration required to view some articles):
- "As Virus Spreads, China and Russia See Openings for Disinformation"
- "Be Wary of Those Texts from a Friend of a Friend's Aunt"
- "Coronavirus Resources: Teaching, Learning and Thinking Critically"
- "China's Coronavirus Battle Is Waning. Its Propaganda Fight Is Not"
- "Coronavirus Spurs a Wave of Suspect Websites Looking to Cash In"
- "How a 5G Coronavirus Conspiracy Theory Fueled Arson and Harassment in Britain: Burning Cell Towers, Out of Baseless Fear They Spread the Virus"
- "How China Is Reshaping the Coronavirus Narrative" (video)
- "Medical Expert Who Corrects Trump Is Now a Target of the Far Right" - "Dr. Anthony Fauci... faces a torrent of false claims...."
- "That 'Miracle Cure' You Saw on Facebook? It Won't Stop the Coronavirus" ("Gargling warm salty water, taking vitamins, heating your nasal passages")
- "Reporting on the Coronavirus: Spreading Truth, Not Panic"
- "Surge of Virus Misinformation Stumps Facebook and Twitter"
- "Virus Conspiracists Elevate a New Champion"
- What to Know About the Malaria Drug Trump Says He Is Using - "Here are the facts on hydroxychloroquine, which the President has promoted to fight Covid-19 despite warnings from the F.D.A. that it can cause heart problems."
- "W.H.O. Fights a Pandemic Besides Coronavirus: an 'Infodemic'"
- The New Yorker: The Coronavirus and How Political Spin Has Worsened Epidemics
- Newsweek: Coronavirus Fake News - Fact Checking COVID-19 Pandemic Hoaxes and Misinformation Online
- Pew Research Center:
- "Americans Who Primarily Get News Through Social Media Are Least Likely to Follow COVID-19 Coverage, Most Likely to Report Seeing Made-Up News" (March 25, 2020)
- "Cable TV and COVID-19: How Americans Perceive the Outbreak and View Media Coverage Differ by Main News Source" (April 1, 2020)
- "Early in Outbreak, Americans Cited Claims about Risk Level and Details of Coronavirus as Made-Up News" (April 15, 2020)
- "Nearly Three-in-Ten Americans Believe COVID-19 Was Made in a Lab" (April 8, 2020)
- Politifact:
- Politico: "Russia and China Push 'Fake News' on Coronavirus Crisis, Report Claims"
- ProPublica: "Immune to Evidence: How Dangerous Coronavirus Conspiracies Spread"
- Psychology Today: "5 Reasons Why the Plandemic Video Went Viral So Quickly"
- Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism, University of Oxford:
- Rolling Stone: "Coronavirus Is Spreading - And So Are the Hoaxes and Conspiracy Theories Around It"
- Slate.com: "How Russia and China Are Manipulating Coronavirus Conversations Online"
- Snopes:
- Stanford University:
- Tom's Hardware: Crooks Are Using the Coronavirus Outbreak to Spread Malware (Jan. 30, 2020)
- U.S. News & World Report:
- USA Today / Detroit Free Press: "Coronavirus Stimulus Check Scams Are Out to Swindle You Out of $1,200" - "What You Need to Know"
- The Washington Post:
- "How False Hope Spread about Hydroxychloroquine to Treat COVID-19 - and the Consequences that Followed"
- "Millions of Tweets Peddled Conspiracy Theories about Coronavirus in Other Countries, an Unpublished U.S. Report Says"
- "State Department Blames 'Swarms of Online, False Personas' from Russia for Wave of Coronavirus Misinformation Online"
- Wikipedia: Misinformation Related to the 2019-2020 Coronavirus Pandemic (as always, please note Wikipedia's disclaimers)
- Wired.com: "Coronavirus Conspiracy Theories Are a Public Health Hazard"
- World Health Organization (WHO): Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Myth-Busters
- See also:
- Critical Thinking - Evaluating Information - from Middletown Thrall Library
- Health Information Guide: Research - Critical Thinking
Free Services & Resources Available
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*Free Services & Resources Provided by Libraries
(*most of these online offerings are available all year long)
- Find a Library Near You - Locate a library in the U.S., find its website link, and explore online offerings available to members of that library. From OCLC WorldCat.
- Libraries in the Ramapo Catskill Library System (RCLS):
- Databases - browse by subject and library
- OverDrive eBooks, eAudioBooks, eMagazines, eVideos
- Other RCLS Member Library Resources & Services:
- Find Your RCLS Library (alphabetical list of libraries and their websites)
- Middletown Thrall Library (available to members of Thrall):
- Blog posts:
- Databases, Encyclopedias, & Online Reference Works
- eBooks, eAudiobooks, eMagazines (OverDrive)
- Educational Courses Online
- Kanopy & Kanopy Kids (video streaming service)
- Ready Reference Center (websites by topic)
- Web Guides (in-depth information guides, more)
- See also: our home page
- New York Public Library
- The Library of Congress: Digital Collections
Free Services & Resources Elsewhere Online
** Temporarily Available to libraries During COVID-19 **
For Librarians - Review Journals:
- Kirkus Reviews: "A message from Kirkus Reviews CEO"
- Library Journal: "COVID-19 related free access to the digitized editions of Library Journal has been extended on a new platform."
- Publishers Weekly - Partial access (subscription logoin required for full access)
Other Free Resources & Services:
- American Psychological Association (APA): Free Access to the Publication Manual and Other Resources During the Coronavirus Pandemic
- Andrea Bocelli: Music For Hope - Live From Duomo di Milano - Official YouTube video. "On Easter Sunday (April 12, 2020), by invitation of the City and of the Duomo cathedral of Milan, Italian global music icon Andrea Bocelli gave a solo performance representing a message of love, healing and hope to Italy and the world."
- CNET: The Best Free Stuff While You're Stuck at Home
- Consumer Reports: Streaming Services Offer Longer Free Trials During the Coronavirus Pandemic
- Dictionary.com: "Dictionary.comLaunches Learning At Home Center: Free Educational Resources for Kids and Parents"
Direct link to Dictionary.com's Learning at Home Center:. - The Folger Shakespeare - "Enjoy Shakespeare's plays for free from the Folger Shakespeare Library! While you're here, you can also read more about Shakespeare's language, life, and the world he knew. Listen to free audio recordings of seven complete plays through July 1, 2020." (See their COVID-19 announcements at this link).
- Forbes: Free Software That Businesses, Schools And Others Can Use During The COVID-19 Crisis
- The Journal (14 pages; use page navigation buttons at bottom of each Web page): Free Resources for Schools During COVID-19 Outbreak
- LexisNexis.com: "LexisNexis Offers Free, Comprehensive COVID-19 News Coverage and Practical Guidance Content from Law360 and Lexis Practice Advisor"
Direct link to free content. - Met Opera: Met launches "Nightly Met Opera Streams," a free series of encore Live in HD presentations streamed on the company website during the coronavirus closure - Article.
Direct link to Website - The New York Times: "The New York Times Releases Its Dataset of U.S. Confirmed Coronavirus Cases" - "The Times has made public its comprehensive dataset of coronavirus cases in the United States to help researchers, scientists, government officials and businesses better understand the virus and model what may come next."
- Publishers Weekly: "Covid-19 Updates - Special Offers and Discounts" - "Publishers Weekly is maintaining a listing of special offers and discounts provided in an effort to mitigate the impact of the new coronavirus on the book publishing industry and on related communities."
- Scholastic: Scholastic Creates Free, Open-Access Digital Hub to Help Keep Students Learning While Schools are Disrupted by Coronavirus - Article.
Direct link to Website. - TIME: Time for Kids Launches Free Digital Library for Those Affected Globally by School Closures During the Coronavirus Pandemic
- USA Today: Health and Wellness Apps Are Offering Free Services to Help Those Coping with Coronavirus
- ZDNET: Free tools and services for businesses during the COVID-19 crisis
See also:
- Art Books & Catalogs
- COVID-19: Other Resources for Further Exploration
- Federal or State Government Websites
- Games & Puzzles Online
- Resources for Researchers & Students
- Streaming Video Services (at Thrall and elsewhere)
International Information & Organizations
- China & the Chinese Government Response to COVID-19
- European Union (EU) - European Commission:
- United Nations (UN):
- World Health Organization (WHO):
- Coronavirus (main page)
- Advice for the Public
- Global Research on the Coronavirus Diseases
- Myth-Busters
- Naming the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) and the *Virus that Causes It - *SARS-CoV-2 (Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2)
- OpenWHO: Responding to COVID-19 - "Real time training." Open online courses available in numerous languages. Free registration required.
- Pandemic Declaration (March 11, 2020)
- Press Briefings (videos)
- Situation Reports - daily updates and statistics
- Technical Guidance
- When and How to Use Masks
- Your Questions Answered
Maps of Coronavirus Cases & Metrics
- Coronavirus Map: Tracking the Spread of the Outbreak - from The New York Times
- COVID-19 Map of Confirmed Cases - interactive map from HealthMap.org
- Global Cases of COVID-19 - Official website for the interactive dashboard from Johns Hopkins
- Please note: fake copies of the Johns Hopkins map exist elsewhere online and contain malware:
- Krebs on Security (origin of security advisory).
See also these articles by MarketWatch, Snopes.
- Krebs on Security (origin of security advisory).
- Please note: fake copies of the Johns Hopkins map exist elsewhere online and contain malware:
- Locations with Confirmed COVID-19 Cases Global Map - from the CDC
- New York State Department of Health: COVID-19 Tracker - Statistics statewide and by county.
- New York State: Regional Monitoring Dashboard - "Regional COVID-19 Metrics: Where Regions Currently Stand." Metrics include: Decline in Total Hospitalizations, Decline in Deaths, New Hospitalizations, Hospital Bed Capacity, ICU Bed Capacity, Diagnostic Testing Capacity, Contact Tracing Capacity. From NY Forward.
- Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Situation Dashboard - World Health Organization (WHO)
- Orange County, New York: COVID-19 Cases by Town "Numbers shown on this map represent cases of COVID-19 that have been confirmed by laboratory testing and reported to the Orange County Health Department with verified local address information. Some records contained unknown errors, which prevented them from being attributed to a municipality."
- Tracking the Spread of Coronavirus Cases - map with additional statistics (scroll down page) from USA Today.
Masks & Face Covers - Creation Patterns & Tutorials
- Masks for Adults
- Best Fabrics to Use for Cloth Masks - From Forbes. Based on a recent study published by the American Chemical Society. Please see this link for the ACS study.
- Cloth Face Coverings - Includes sew and no-sew instructions as well as proper wear and cleaning. From the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
- Fabric Pleated Masks - Instructions for 2-ply masks and 3-ply masks with filter pocket. From Bassett Healthcare Network, Cooperstown, NY.
- Two-Ply Mask - PDF.
- Three-Ply Mask with Filter Pocket - PDF. See also their video tutorial.
- Face Mask Pattern and Tutorial - PDF. Instructions and pattern for face masks with elastic ties at chin and wire at the nose for a more fitted mask. From Allina Health.
- How to Make a Face Mask - Instructions for sewing face masks with elastic and with ties. Includes a video tutorial. Also has searchable list of organizations that need mask donations. From Deaconess Hospital, Evansville, Indiana. Jump to video.
- How to Prevent Foggy Glasses - Tips to prevent glasses from fogging up while using a face mask. From AARP.
- Olson Mask with Filter Pocket - "A new modular mask, The Olson, named after 1930's legendary maker nurse Lyla Mae Olson, was quickly developed by clinicians from UnityPoint Health and is being shared across the globe in the fight against COVID19." Includes video instructions. From Unity Point Health, Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
- Omega Fold Mask - Video instructions on making a 3D face mask using paper towels. From George Yang, MD.
- United States Surgeon General Dr. Jerome Adams Instructs How to Make a No-Sew Face Covering - YouTube Video.
- Masks for Kids
- CNN Sesame Street Town Hall - Short video of conversation between Elmo and Dr. Sanjay Gupta with instructions for a no-sew mask.
- Olson Face Mask Photo Tutorial with Child Sized Patterns - From Sew Can She.
- Pleated Face Mask for Kids with Nose Piece and Filter Pocket - Provides sizing for kids and adults. Includes video. From MySewBliss. See also their video.
- More from the Crafting Community
- The Fabric Patch Face Mask Tutorials - Includes video tutorials on basic masks, tips and tricks, differences in masks, what they have learned making masks, as well as fabric recommendations and pattern templates (including for hospital gowns.)
- Easy Sew Mask With Filter Pocket - Includes video and pattern. From Homemade on our Homestead.
- See also:
- When and How to Use Masks - From the World Health Organization (WHO).
Media Coverage - News, Articles, & Analysis
- BBC News:
- Bing: COVID-19 Tracker (Bing is Microsoft's general search engine for the Web)
- Financial Times: Coronavirus Tracked - The Latest Figures as the Outbreak Spreads - "The countries affected, the number of deaths, and the economic impact."
- Google News (multiple sources): Coronavirus
- National Public Radio (NPR): The Coronavirus Crisis
- President Trump Signs $2 Trillion Coronavirus Rescue Package into Law (March 27, 2020)
- Coronavirus FAQs: Does It Live On Clothes? Can My Dog Infect Me? Any Advice On Wipes? (March 27, 2020)
- What's Inside the Senate's $2 Trillion Coronavirus Aid Package (March 26, 2020)
- Flattening a Pandemic's Curve: Why Staying Home Now Can Save Lives
- It's Time to Get Serious about Social Distancing. Here's How
- Why 'Death Rates' From Coronavirus Can Be Deceiving (March 27, 2020)
- From The New York Times (free registration may be required to view certain articles):
- Coronavirus - News & Articles (see also this link)
- The Human Stories of the Coronavirus Pandemic (March 30, 2020)
- Trump Extends Social Distancing Guidelines Through End of April (March 29, 2020)
- F.A.Q. on Stimulus Checks, Unemployment and the Coronavirus Bill (March 27, 2020)
- We're Sharing Coronavirus Case Data for Every U.S. County
- Coronavirus Timeline (Dec. 2019 - early March 2020)
- How to Prepare for Coronavirus
- Surge of Virus Misinformation Stumps Facebook and Twitter
- What Does the Coronavirus Do to the Body?
- Coronavirus - News & Articles (see also this link)
- PBS:
- NOVA: Decoding COVID-19 (preview + full video; 53 min.) - "The coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 has upended life as we know it in a matter of mere months. At the same time, an unprecedented global effort to understand and contain the virus - and find a treatment for the disease it causes - is underway. Join doctors on the front lines of the fight against COVID-19 as they strategize to stop the spread, and meet the researchers racing to develop treatments and vaccines."
- PBS NewsHour: Coronavirus News & Articles
- Situation Reports - Updates on the emerging novel coronavirus from the Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security.
- ProPublica: Coronavirus - "Our latest investigations into crisis response and public health infrastructure."
- Scientific American: "The Coronavirus Outbreak" (multiple articles)
- TIME: COVID-19 - news and articles
- The Times Herald-Record:
- USA Today: Coronavirus Updates
Medical Literature: Online Journals, Publications, & More
- Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ) (multiple sources / articles):
- Elsevier:
- Novel Coronavirus Information Center - "Elsevier's free health and medical research on novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV)."
- Google Scholar (multiple sources / articles):
- Harvard Health:
- JAMA - The Journal of the American Medical Association (AMA):
- Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) - "updates on COVID-19 diagnosis and treatment"
- Johns Hopkins Medicine:
- The Lancet:
- Mayo Clinic:
- Coronavirus (COVID-19) - overview and more
- COVID-19 News + Articles
- COVID-19: Terms to Know - medical terminology
- National Institutes of Health (NIH):
- Coronaviruses
- COVID-19, MERS & SARS
- New Coronavirus Stable for Hours on Surfaces (March 17, 2020)
- NIH Clinical Trial of Investigational Vaccine fFor COVID-19 Begins (March 16, 2020)
- NIH Clinical Trial of Remdesivir tTo Treat COVID-19 Begins (February 25, 2020)
- Structural Biology Points Way to Coronavirus Vaccine (March 3, 2020)
- New England Journal of Medicine:
- Coronavirus (COVID-19) Articles - "A collection of articles and other resources on the Coronavirus (Covid-19) outbreak, including clinical reports, management guidelines, and commentary."
- Oxford Academic: "Access to OUP Resources on COVID-19, Other Coronaviruses, and Related Topics" - Oxford University Press has made content from online resources and leading journals freely accessible to assist researchers, medical professionals, policy makers, and others who are working to address this health crisis..:
- U.S. National Library of Medicine:
- LitCovid - "LitCovid is a curated literature hub for tracking up-to-date scientific information about the 2019 novel Coronavirus. It is the most comprehensive resource on the subject, providing a central access to 1910 (and growing) relevant articles in PubMed. The articles are updated daily and are further categorized by different research topics and geographic locations for improved access."
- PubMed.gov (multiple sources / articles):
- Novel Coronavirus - (articles published 2019 - 2020)
- Wiley Online Library: Covid-19: Novel Coronavirus Content Free to Access
Psychological Aspects of Coronavirus:
Mental Health & Wellness Resources
- American Psychological Association (APA):
- Andrea Bocelli: Music For Hope - Live From Duomo di Milano - Official YouTube video. "On Easter Sunday (April 12, 2020), by invitation of the City and of the Duomo cathedral of Milan, Italian global music icon Andrea Bocelli gave a solo performance representing a message of love, healing and hope to Italy and the world."
- The Atlantic: How Not to Tank Your Relationship in Quarantine
- BBC:
- Help Your Family De-Stress During Coronavirus Uncertainty - from Common Sense Media
- Discover Magazine:
- Fearless! Hudson Valley, Inc. (formerly Safe Homes of Orange County): COVID-19 Update
- KidsHealth.org: Coronavirus (COVID-19): How to Talk to Your Child
- Lifehacker: How to Deal With the Anxiety Caused by Coronavirus Pandemic Deniers
- National Association of School Psychologists (NASP): Talking to Children About COVID-19 (Coronavirus): A Parent Resource
- National Domestic Violence Hotline: Staying Safe During COVID-19
- National Public Radio (NPR):
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - "We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals."
See also:- LifeLine Chat - "a service of the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, connecting individuals with counselors for emotional support and other services via Web chat."
- New York State Government:
- Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence:
- New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH):
- Crisis Text Line - "New York State has partnered with Crisis Text Line, an anonymous texting service available 24/7. Starting a conversation is easy. Text GOT5 to 741741. We've got time to talk."
- OMH Emotional Support Line: 1-844-863-9314
- Managing COVID-19 Related Stress and Anxiety (PDF) (en español)
- COVID-19 Resources - "Learn more about: Managing anxiety in difficult times; Coronavirus-related guidance for healthcare providers; How you can volunteer to help."
- Guidance Documents on COVID-19
- Get Involved: How You Can Help - "Seeking Qualified Health Professionals: The state is taking measures to create a reserve workforce"
- The New Yorker: "How to Talk to Coronavirus Skeptics"
- Plum Village: A Zen Master's Tips for Staying Sane in Challenging Times (Plum Village was founded by mindfulness advocate, teacher, Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh)
- Psychology Today:
- Choices in a Time of Viral Disease
- The Community of Courage Facing COVID-19
- Coping with Coronavirus Stress
- See also:
- Caring Instead of Panic Can Maintain Safety and Sanity
- Conduct an Emotional Status Check Once a Day
- Controlling Coronavirus Anxiety
- Five Steps to Living with Uncertainty During Coronavirus
- How Love Can Conquer Fear
- How to Stay Emotionally Healthy During the Coronavirus Outbreak
- How to Stop Seeing Catastrophes Everywhere You Look
- Living with OCD During COVID-19
- Preventing PTSD in COVID-19 Era
- The Science of Panic Buying and How to Stop It
- Why Are We So Afraid of the COVID-19 Virus?
- Yoga in the Time of Coronavirus
- See also:
- Coping With Death During a Pandemic
- The Coronavirus Pandemic: A True Test of Crisis Leadership
- COVID-19 and Older Adults
- Five Ways to Rewire Your Brain to Deal With Coronavirus Stress
- Five Steps to Prevent Domestic Violence During Quarantine
- How to Understand Different Points of View in a Crisis
- Individualism Doesn't Justify Endangering the Lives of Others
- Lessons for Living Through the COVID-19 Pandemic
- Life During Corona: 8 Things to Do While Under Quarantine
- Mental Health First Aid for First Responders
- Parenting During COVID-19
- Seven Ways to Use the COVID-19 Crisis for Personal Growth
- Six Ways to Arm Your Immune System to Fight Coronavirus
- There Is Good News About the Coronavirus
- Weirded Out by Working From Home? 7 Tips to Make It Easier
- Why Should We Believe the Science Behind Social Distancing?
- Scientific American: "Feeling Cooped Up? Here's How to Stay Healthy, Sharp and Sane"
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA):
- Coronavirus (COVID-19) - "SAMHSA recognizes the challenges posed by the current COVID-19 situation and is providing the following guidance and resources to assist individuals, providers, communities, and states across the country."
- Virtual Recovery Resources (PDF) - "This tip sheet describes resources that can be used to virtually support recovery from mental/substance use disorders. It also provides resources to help local recovery programs create virtual meetings."
- TIME: "Why Overreacting to the Threat of the Coronavirus May Be Rational"
- University of California, Berkeley: "Coronavirus Skeptics, Deniers: Why Some of Us Stick to Deadly Beliefs"
Terminology
- Coronavirus: A Glossary of Terms to Help You Understand the Unfolding Crisis - from TIME
- Coronavirus: What Is a Pandemic and Why Use the Term Now? - from BBC News
- Coronavirus Virus Group - definition from Britanncia
- Coronavirus: Zoonotic, Isopropyl, PCR and Every Other Word You Should Know Now - from CNET
- The New York Times:
- Must-Know Vocab For COVID-19: From Droplets To Zoonotic - from National Public Radio (NPR)
- What Does "Shelter in Place" Mean? - from TIME.
- What Is Social Distancing - also illustrates and explains "flattening the curve." from Johns Hopkins University
- Other Medical Terminology (multiple websites in our Health Guide)
Reopenings: News & Information
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC):
- Guidance for Reopening Buildings After Prolonged Shutdown or Reduced Operation
- Reopening Guidance for Cleaning and Disinfecting Public Spaces, Workplaces, Businesses, Schools, and Homes
- Staffing Resources - "Guidance and resources for state, tribal, local, and territorial health departments on staffing the public health workforce."
- See also the main CDC section for more news, guidance, and information.
- Libraries (Ramapo Catskill Library System - RCLS):
- Middletown Thrall Library:
- Curbside Delivery - Starting June 22, 2020.
- Other RCLS Libraries
- Middletown Thrall Library:
- New York State Government:
- New York Forward: Reopening New York - Includes industry and statewide guidance.
- Industries Reopening by Phase (NY Forward Business Express Lookup Tool)
- Metrics to Guide Reopening New York
- Moving New York Forward: Business Reopening
- The New York Forward Book - "Guide to Reopening New York and Building Back Better." (PDF; 156 pages)
- New York Forward Loan Fund (NYFLF) - "a new economic recovery loan program aimed at supporting New York State small businesses, nonprofits and small landlords as they reopen after the COVID-19 outbreak and NYS on PAUSE."
- See also the New York State Governor Cuomo section for more news, guidance, and information.
- New York Forward: Reopening New York - Includes industry and statewide guidance.
- Orange County, New York Government:
- Other News & Coverage of Reopenings:
- National Public Radio (NPR): "Which States Are Reopening? A State-by-State Guide" - See also Coronavirus Restrictions in Each State
- The New York Times: See How All 50 States Are Reopening
- The White House: "Opening Up America Again" - A "three-phased approach based on the advice of public health experts."
Resources for Researchers & Students
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) - definitive and authoritative U.S. Government website for Novel Coronavirus research
- Gale Databases:
- As of March 16, 2020, Gale.com is offering everyone temporary public access to a variety of databases and eBooks below. They request an e-mail address and library name to contact you concerning availability of these resources:
- Gale eBooks: Coronavirus & Global Pandemics Collection - helps learners better understand global viruses, pandemics, epidemics, outbreaks, and more."
- Gale Health and Wellness - Coronavirus - "a comprehensive consumer health resource that provides authoritative information on the full range of health-related issues."
- Gale In Context: Global Issues - Pandemic - "supports global awareness and provides a global perspective empowering learners to critically analyze and understand the most important issues of the modern world."
- Gale In Context: Global Issues - Preparedness - "supports global awareness and provides a global perspective empowering learners to critically analyze and understand the most important issues of the modern world."
- Gale In Context: Science - Viruses - "provides contextual information on hundreds of todays most significant science topics."
- NOVELNY - Residents of New York State may freely access to a variety of databases, including:
- RCLS Libraries - Patron Access Online:
- Health Databases - browse by subject, select your library, and login with your library card
See also: A - Z list of databases
- Members of Thrall can use their library card numbers to log into a variety of databases, including:
- Health Databases - browse by subject, select your library, and login with your library card
- As of March 16, 2020, Gale.com is offering everyone temporary public access to a variety of databases and eBooks below. They request an e-mail address and library name to contact you concerning availability of these resources:
- Health Information Guide - provided by Middletown Thrall Library
- Medical Literature - online medical journals, articles, and more
- Pandemics: The Invisible Enemy (free for members of Thrall and other libraries subscribing to Salem Press / Grey House online: select the Library Card Number option and login with your library card number without spaces) -"features important information on pandemics throughout world history."
- Terminology - Novel Coronavirus/COVID-19-specific terms and definitions
- World Book Online (free registration required: "Please complete this form and login information will be emailed to you.") - "We are offering complimentary access to ALL databases until April 30th, 2020. This includes World Book Wizard, our brand new resource that has tons of learning drills and assessments to help stay on track at home."
- Members of Thrall can freely access their library's subscription to World Book Online by following this link (also note: Thrall access does not end April 30, 2020).
- World Health Organization (WHO) - definitive and authoritative international website for Novel Coronavirus research
Websites for Further Exploration
- American Library Association (ALA):
- ALA COVID-19 Recovery - "This collection of tools, developed and updated by units across the American Library Association, will help communities, library workers, and library supporters plot the best course forward for their libraries."
- ALA COVID-19 Response
- Pandemic Preparedness Resources for Libraries
- ALA Executive Board Recommends Closing Libraries to Public (March 17, 2020)
- Libraries Respond: Combating Xenophobia and Fake News in light of COVID-19
- Andrea Bocelli: Music For Hope - Live From Duomo di Milano - Official YouTube video. "On Easter Sunday (April 12, 2020), by invitation of the City and of the Duomo cathedral of Milan, Italian global music icon Andrea Bocelli gave a solo performance representing a message of love, healing and hope to Italy and the world."
- Apple Releases New COVID-19 App and Website Based on CDC Guidance (March 27, 2020)
- App: Apple COVID-19 (available through the Apple App Store for iPhones and iPads)
- Website: COVID-19 Screening Tool
- See also: CDC's Statement on COVID-19 Apple App (March 27, 2020)
- Coronavirus: The Queen's Broadcast - video. See also the full text transcript of Queen Elizabeth's COVID-19 televised message at this link
- History of 1918 Flu Pandemic - information on the "1918 influenza pandemic... the most severe pandemic in recent history." From CDC.gov.
See also: Past Pandemics - CheckPoint Security Advisories:
- Coronaviruses - COVID-19, MERS, SARS. From the U.S. National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases
- Ellenville Public Library & Museum: "Do You or Does Someone You Love Need Assistance?" - Resources for the Town of Wawarsing, Ulster County, and more.
- Emerson Collective: Supporting Students During COVID-19 - Resources for Remote Learning
- Facebook Small Business Grants Program (details to be announced)
- Gallup Polls: Coronavirus (multiple polls sorted by date: newest first)
- Handwashing: Clean Hands Save Lives - from CDC (en español)
- National Public Radio (NPR):
- Nature:
- The New York State COVID-19 Documentation Initiative - "A committee made up of staff members from the State Archives, Library and Museum, as well as the Office of Cultural Education (OCE) Preservation Officer, who will be coordinating the documentation of the state's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Initiative will focus on the following areas in conducting its work: 1. Documenting the COVID-19 pandemic; 2. Support for Cultural Organizations; 3. COVID-19 pandemic Information Clearinghouse."
- The New York Times (free registration required to view multiple articles):
- Coronavirus and Your Dog
- How to Stop Touching Your Face
- Stocking Your Pantry, the Smart Way - "Here's what you really need to keep on hand."
- Pew Research Center:
- Red Cross: Coronavirus - Safety and Readiness Tips for You
- Reopening Archives, Libraries and Museums (REALM) Information Hub: A COVID-19 Research Project - "As libraries and museums around the country begin to resume operations and reopen to the public, the need for clear information to support the handling of core museum, library, and archival materials has become increasingly urgent. OCLC, the Institute of Museum and Library Services, and Battelle are working to create and distribute science-based information and best recommended practices designed to reduce the risk of transmission of COVID-19 to staff and visitors who are engaging in the delivery or use of museum, library, and archival services. This research collaboration will provide information on how long the virus survives on surfaces and how - or if - materials can be handled to mitigate exposure." From OCLC, the Institute of Museum and Library Services, and Battelle.
- Science / American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS):
- Snopes.com: The Coronavirus Collection: Fact-Checking COVID-19 - "a compilation of claims we've fact-checked so far"
- UNICEF: How Teachers Can Talk to Children about Coronavirus Ddisease (COVID-19) - "Tips for having age appropriate discussions to reassure and protect children."
- Vatican News:
- Videos:
- CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention): COVID-19 Videos
- New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo: Daily Coronavirus Briefings Videos (official YouTube channel)
- PBS + PBS NewsHour: Coronavirus / COVID-19 Videos
- NOVA: Decoding COVID-19 (preview + full video; 53 min.) - "The coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 has upended life as we know it in a matter of mere months. At the same time, an unprecedented global effort to understand and contain the virus - and find a treatment for the disease it causes - is underway. Join doctors on the front lines of the fight against COVID-19 as they strategize to stop the spread, and meet the researchers racing to develop treatments and vaccines."
- WHO (World Health Organization): COVID-19 Videos
- Virtual Book Channel - "As public life comes to a halt because of the Coronavirus pandemic, virtual literary communities are emerging in vital and unexpected ways: book clubs, salons, readings, conversations, and more. The Virtual Book Channel seeks to amplify those voices and provide the best possible platforms for writers to reach their readers. The VBC (aka "The Veeb") is a curated channel that will archive all of its live-streamed programming, and will live simultaneously at LitHub.com, Vimeo, and through partner sites." From Liteary Hub.
- We're Still Open Hudson Valley - "We are your local resource for brick and mortar businesses in the Hudson Valley to let the community know that they are 'still open' and to share what modifications they have made to stay open. You can search restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques, retail businesses and such and find out what those businesses are offering, link to their social media and websites, to learn more and support our local business. There are no gimmicks here. This is a completely free, no cost directory for local businesses being impacted by COVID-19."
