AIEP BULLETIN - GOOD THINGS HAPPENING DURING COVID-19
The coronavirus pandemic is something that everyone is talking about. How can we stop that? We should focus on the positive things that are happening during this difficult time. The numbers on coronavirus cases have decreased, the numbers on cured patients have gone up, things are starting to look better and the spread of the virus is slowing down. If we continue practicing social distance, following CDC guidelines we will continue to fight COVID-19. 

Let's learn the good news that has happened during the pandemic!
ENCOURAGING NEWS
We are so focused on the negative things from this pandemic that we don't appreciate the good news. Many good things are happening that we don't realize. Below are some points of encouraging news that H arvard Health Publishing has provided:

  • Most people with COVID-19 recover - Estimates from CDC now suggest that 99% of people infected COVID-19 virus will recover
  • The internet exists - We currently have ways to practice social distancing that preserve at least some social and medical connections
  • Many people and organizations have stepped up to improve the situation :
  • Some major health insurers have promised to cover care and testing related to COVID-19
  • Several celebrities and professional athletes have donated significant resources to help those taking a financial hit by the pandemic
  • Newly approved legislation provides paid sick leave and paid family and medical leave for some American workers, free testing for people without insurance, and added funding to states for Medicaid
WORLDWIDE POSITIVE NEWS
The pandemic has taken the best of us, let's take a moment to look at the bright side. There’s plenty to laugh at and celebrate. Positive things happening not only in the U.S. but also worldwide. We can learn from other countries and start showing acts of kindness. We found a great article submitted by Elle News from the UK that shares 70 positive things that have happened worldwide. Let's explore some of them together!

John Kransinski Cast Reunite To Marry Superfans
Many weddings have been affected by the coronavirus. People have had to postpone their weddings, cancel them, and some have taken place over the internet. John Kransinski, an actor who played in the TV series "The Office" surprised two fans by reuniting them with his castmates to marry them through zoom. It's a beautiful and emotional moment that touches your heart.
Flamingos Flock To Lakes in India
With fewer humans going out, animals have frequently been roaming unexpected places. In Mumbai, India flamingoes have flocked in their thousands to lakes lighting up the lake in a shade of pink.
Free Cooking Classes
There are many chefs and restaurants giving free cooking classes and sharing different meal recipes.
Superstars Hosting Live Concert
Recently, superstars such as Elton John, Billie Eilish, Alicia Keys, Lady Gaga, and many more that hosted a live concert from their houses to raise money for charity and keep people on lockdown entertained.
Clearer Water in Venice
The lack of motorboats and the pollution has cleared the water in Venice, Italy. It looks cleaner where more swans and fish are spotted swimming down the canals.
HOPE FOR COVID-19 VACCINE
A vaccine to prevent coronavirus disease is perhaps the best hope for ending the pandemic. People are desperately waiting to hear the good news about the vaccine. The WHO said that some treatments appear to be limiting the severity or length of the COVID-19 disease, referring to the results of early studies of four or five treatments. Some of the coronavirus vaccines are showing positive results but they need more data in order to be 100% confident.
Dr. Armand Dorian
Dr. Armand Dorian, an American emergency physician, medical consultant and business executive was invited on extratv to talk about the positive news regarding a COVID-19 vaccine. Dr. Dorian shared with us positive news about a vaccine out of Seattle. Click the video below to watch!
Good things are happening everyday, let's try to focus on the good rather than the bad!
Bulletins produced bi-weekly by Ferdiana Dede - Marketing Department