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How do businesses (and customers) decide what’s safe during a pandemic?

Jul 28, 2020
As States attempt reopening, and see COVID-19 cases flare, what does the science say about risky situations?
Insignia Hair Salon reopened its doors to clients for haircuts a day after California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced guidance for barbershops and hair salons to offer haircuts in an outdoor setting.
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Thanks to COVID-19, there's a new category in retail: the cloth face mask

Apr 24, 2020
The cloth face mask has become a chance to make a fashion statement.
Cloth face masks have become a chance to make a fashion statement in the time of COVID-19.
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