(Newswise)–Raw or unpasteurized cows’ milk from U.S. retail stores can hold a huge amount of antimicrobial-resistant genes if left at room temperature, according to a new study from researchers at the University of California, Davis. The study also found bacteria that harbored antimicrobial-resistant genes can transfer them to other bacteria, potentially spreading resistance if consumed. […]
Survey: Travel resuming, but only 44%of Americans planning trips in 2020
WASHINGTON–A survey conducted by Morning Consult commissioned by the American Hotel and Lodging Association (AHLA) found that only 44 percent of Americans are planning overnight vacation or leisure travel in 2020, with high interest in road trips, family events, and long weekends over the summer months. Encouragingly, 68 percent of these expectant travelers say they are likely to […]
San Diego Oasis featured in a national campaign on virtual senior centers
SAN DIEGO–At the onset of the shelter-in-place orders due to the COVID-19 pandemic in mid-March 2020, the leaders at the nonprofit San Diego Oasis had to make very quick decisions on how to continue to deliver their classes and workshops virtually. Until then, all of their classes were delivered in-person at more than 40 locations […]
Carnival Cruise Line extends operational pause through September 30
(PRNewswire)–Carnival Cruise Line has extended its operational pause in North America through Sept. 30 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Carnival initially announced a voluntary 30-day pause in operations on March 13, and has now extended that pause three times, reflecting the public health challenges associated with the COVID-19 pandemic. It is currently completing the repatriation […]
Sycuan joins “Buy One, Give One” hotel promotion to benefit healthcare workers
SAN DIEGO–Sycuan Casino Resort said that the organization is partnering with MMGY Global and The Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) to participate in a new “Buy One, Give One” promotion for healthcare workers. The international “vacay layaway” program is a way for properties all around the world to thank medical professionals for their […]
Palomar Health changes name of skilled facility to The Villas at Poway
POWAY–Palomar Health has officially changed the name of its skilled nursing facility to “The Villas at Poway.” The facility was formerly known as Villa Pomerado. The new name brings the facility in line with Palomar Health’s naming conventions which began with the rebranding of Pomerado Hospital as Palomar Medical Center Poway, the hospital that sits […]
Taste of Gaslamp returns to San Diego this summer
SAN DIEGO–The Taste of Gaslamp, which is San Diego’s original and longest running culinary tasting tour returns for its 26th year to share with attendees the delectable chef’s specialties Gaslamp restaurants offer. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the restaurant industry has been hit hard. Taste of Gaslamp will highlight the delicacies of participating restaurants. In […]
CDC announces modifications and extension of No Sail Order for all cruise ships
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced the extension of a No Sail Order for all cruise ships. “We are working with the cruise line industry to address the health and safety of crew at sea as well as communities surrounding U.S. cruise ship points of entry,” said CDC Director Robert Redfield. “The […]
California Science Center launches “Stuck at Home Science” activities for families
LOS ANGELES–(PRNewswire)–The California Science Center’s temporary closure and the closure of many school districts due to the Coronavirus has inspired another way to keep students engaged in science learning. “Stuck at Home Science,” developed in a collaboration of Science Center’s content experts and professional development team, is an ongoing online series of hands-on and age-appropriate […]
San Diego for every child launches COVID-19 children’s emergency fund
SAN DIEGO–With 40% of children under 12 living in poverty in San Diego County – for a total of nearly 200,000 children – the region will experience great hardship as a result of the coronavirus crisis and recent school closures. From limited access to school breakfast and lunch to a shortage of reliable childcare, families […]
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