Early signs COVID-19 vaccines may not stop Delta transmission: PHE
A new story from Reuters indicates there are early signs people who have been vaccinated against COVID-19 may be able to transmit the Delta variant of the virus as easily as those who have not, according to scientists at Public Health England. The highly infectious Delta variant has become the dominant coronavirus type globally. Reuters
Oregon: Terhune takes rains at SAIF
On July 1, Chip Terhune, an Oregon-raised executive with experience in politics and health care, started his tenure as president and CEO of Salem-based worker’s compensation company SAIF, the largest workers compensation provider in Oregon. Terhune replaces outgoing president and CEO Kerry Barnett who announced his retirement late last year after seven years in the position. Salem Reporter
13 common causes of hearing loss
Hearing loss is a common problem, particularly among older adults. But loud noise isn’t the only culprit for why your hearing may be fading. WTOP
University of Northern Iowa faculty union files lawsuit over lack of COVID mandates
The faculty union at the University of Northern Iowa has filed a workplace safety complaint against the Regents with Fed-OSHA, contending the lack of mandates is creating an unsafe workplace. Radio Iowa