UNWTO WELCOMES MEMBERS OF THE AMERICAS TO ECUADOR

Tourism leaders from across the Americas committed to a more ethical, inclusive tourism as the sector bounces back to drive economic recovery across the region. The 68th meeting of the UNWTO Regional Commission for the Americas brought together high-level delegations from 20 countries. Breaking Travel News | News

Updated COVID-19 infection prevention guidelines for all VUMC workforce members

As we exit viral respiratory season and COVID-19 case numbers remain lower for our region, VUMC is resuming standard infection prevention protocols. These changes reflect current available evidence in the prevention of COVID-19, including high levels of vaccine and infection induced immunity and the availability of effective treatment and prevention tools. As we exit viral respiratory season and COVID-19...

Reminder: COVID-19 infection prevention guidelines for all VUMC workforce members

VUMC leaders continue to track key metrics such as transmission rates for COVID-19 in the community and county statistics for those who are vaccinated while keeping abreast of evolving practices for infection prevention and changing federal and state requirements for compliance with workplace safety standards. VUMC is following CDC guidance for health care facilities, not community guidance. Below...

Jan. 6 Capitol riot committee members are tightlipped on what to expect in this week’s hearings

The second public hearing on the Jan. 6 probe is slated to begin at 10 a.m. ET on Monday. U.S. News

Families with Vaccinated and Unvaccinated Members

Children younger than 12 are not yet eligible to get vaccinated. And other family members who have a weakened immune system may need to keep taking steps to protect themselves after they’re fully vaccinated. Here are some ways to help protect family members. 2019 Novel Coronavirus

US service members treated for concussions after Iranian missile strikes

NBC News reports a spokesman for CENTCOM said that screening for brain injury is standard after a blast event. U.S. News