Sift Fact from Fiction When It Comes to Immunity-Boosting Claims for Coronavirus

Global Wellness Institute | April 1, 2020

The Global Wellness Institute™ (GWI), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a mission to empower wellness worldwide, reminds wellness seekers that there is evidence-based, medical research available on mainstream wellness modalities. Since the launch of WellnessEvidence.com in 2015, the GWI’s researchers have made it their mission to help individuals more easily sift through … [More]

Protecting Sensitive Company Information When Working Remotely

by Greg Sitrick

With so many people working from home, many of the safeguards and systems that companies rely on to protect their information become less effective, partially compromised or even completely obsolete.  The fact is that a company's sensitive information is at greater risk of being pirated when it's being handled outside the office.  For example, many of us have smart devices such … [More]

SBA and Treasury Begin Unprecedented Public-Private Mobilization Effort to Distribute Funds

Small Business Administration | April 1, 2020

Following President Trump’s signing of the historic Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, SBA Administrator Jovita Carranza and Treasury Secretary Steven T. Mnuchin today announced that the SBA and Treasury Department have initiated a robust mobilization effort of banks and other lending institutions to provide small businesses with the capital they … [More]

Cleanly Aware: COVID-19 Tips & Strategies

by Liz Caracciolo

As the pandemic unfolds, U.S. schools and businesses are taking extra precautions to keep their environments clean and healthy. For example, OpenWorks — a commercial cleaning and facilities services company that specializes in corporate, healthcare and education facilities — has seen a sharp increase in demand for cleaning and advanced measures, such as electrostatic … [More]

Keeping Safe through the COVID-19 Pandemic

by RaeAnne Marsh

Safety for each of us depends on all of us following safety guidelines. That has never been more true than now. The information on this page comes from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. There is a critical difference between COVID-19 and other respiratory viruses: With most respiratory viruses, people are thought to be the most contagious when they are sick and … [More]

Who Needs Ergonomics? COVID-19 Tips & Strategies

by Mike Hunter

During these trying times, people are working from home in what has become an unplanned work-at-home experiment the likes of which we’ve never seen. “While many of us have had work from home opportunities in the past, this is going to pose a great challenge as no one really had time to prepare. It’s important to keep ergonomics in mind as you adjust to the new normal and your … [More]

Don’ts and Dos on Coronavirus

by Jane M. Orient, M.D.

Some of the views expressed here are controversial. So, do ask your doctor. I hope you have one — not just the HMO or retail clinic “provider.” Don’t panic. That is always good advice. If you, like the world’s economy, operate on just-in-time inventories and did not take advice to stock up three weeks ago, do not join a mob at a big-box store. Somebody there is no doubt … [More]

Solugenix Corporation Launches COVID Guide to Help Business

Solugenix Corporation | March 31, 2020

Solugenix Corporation, a 50-year leader of IT implementation and support services, has launched the COVID Guide resource center, a hub of up-to-date information and best practices for business resilience at this challenging time. The Guide includes checklists for key business operations, including Information Technology, Finance and Human Resources. “In mid-March many of our … [More]

POLICY CHANGE: FedEx Express International to Begin Temporary Surcharge

FedEx | March 31, 2020

FedEx is an essential business keeping commerce moving and delivering critical relief during the COVID-19 crisis. We are still delivering for you under state of emergency and shelter in place restrictions issued in various parts of the world. These restrictions are disrupting the global supply chain. Air cargo capacity is limited, and we’ve had to make adjustments so that … [More]

90-Day Fee Relief For Restaurants, Bars Impacted By COVID-19

State of Arizona Office of the Governor | March 31, 2020

To provide additional assistance to restaurants and bars facing loss due to COVID-19, Governor Doug Ducey announced the Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control will defer the payment of all liquor licensing fees by 90 days. Previously, missing a liquor licensing payment period could result in a restaurant’s inability to sell liquor or even the loss of its liquor … [More]

Local Company Donates Scooters to Valley Restaurants to Increase Food Delivery

Phat Scooters | March 31, 2020

Local electric scooter company Phat Scooters is stepping up to help local restaurants during the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) shutdown by donating a dozen electric scooters, valued at more than $30,000, to help with food deliveries. With a passion for small business, CEO and Founder Peter Johnson worked with the Phat Scooters executive team to quickly develop a program … [More]

SAFETY: BBB Encourages Precautions in Searching for Jobs

BBB | March 31, 2020

With the announcement of President Trump’s extension of social distancing orders to April 30, 2020, which includes mandated closures of various businesses, many are left in uncertain times. The ripple effect of these orders has led to people being laid off, normal working hours being cut and some not sure if they will remain employed. Due to the high loss of jobs since the … [More]

Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust Awards Local Nonprofits $6.3 Million in Coronavirus Emergency Grants

Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust | March 31, 2020

Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust has swiftly awarded $6,340,000 in emergency grants to support Maricopa County science, human services, and arts and culture nonprofits during the unprecedented economic crisis caused by the swelling outbreak of COVID-19. Two-thirds, or $4.3 million of the Trust’s emergency grant funding, will go to support human services and arts and … [More]

Cautions about COVID-19 Loans Available to Small Businesses

Quarles & Brady | March 31, 2020

The nation’s small businesses received some welcome good news late last week when the federal government approved low-interest and, in some cases, forgivable loans as part of the federal government’s stimulus program in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The U.S. Small Business Administration will make the loans available to businesses that employ fewer than 500 people … [More]

Largest U.S. International Broadcaster Moves Global Newsrooms Remotely into Journalists’ Homes During COVID-19 Pandemic

Voice of America | March 31, 2020

As the COVID-19 global pandemic continues to spread, Voice of America has moved its entire global newsroom remotely into the homes of hundreds of its journalists around the world in order to continue coverage of this historic moment.  VOA is the nation’s largest international broadcaster, providing news and information in more than 40 languages to an estimated weekly audience … [More]

ORDER: ‘Stay Home, Stay Healthy, Stay Connected,’ says Arizona Governor

State of Arizona Office of the Governor | March 30, 2020

“Stay home, Stay healthy, Stay connected” – that’s what the state is asking of fellow Arizonans in the continued effort to slow the spread of COVID-19. The latest Executive Order issued today by Governor Doug Ducey follows new guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and comes at the recommendation of public health officials who are tracking data … [More]

OrthoArizona Moves to Essential/Urgent Care Access and Telemedicine for Routine Appointments

OrthoArizona | March 30, 2020

OrthoArizona, the largest private orthopedic practice in Arizona with more than 65 physicians and 20 locations throughout the Phoenix metropolitan area, moves to essential/urgent orthopedic care access on a case-by-case basis, and offers routine appointments through telemedicine to help minimize COVID-19 exposure and help save valuable supplies and resources needed in the … [More]

COVID-19 Resources and Important Notices

In Business Magazine | Updated Daily

In Business Magazine will update these sources as information changes. Our goal is to keep readers in the know when it comes to the rapid dissemination of information on safety, policy and announcements due to COVID-19.  See all In Business Magazine COVID-19 coverage. STAY AT HOME ORDER: Effective close of business Tuesday, March 31, Arizonans shall limit … [More]

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