Responding To Those Who Don’t Cover
The simple action that many of us were already taking is now a Montana-wide mandate: People 5 years of age and older in Gallatin County must wear face coverings when inside a public space. [...]
What To Know About The Different Types of Face Coverings
The social attention surrounding the harmful aspects of face covering use is too important to ignore. Of the nearly 400 comments submitted to the Health Department on the face covering mandate, some focused on [...]
I’m returning to work during the COVID-19 pandemic: here’s how I’m preparing
I have asthma and have been working remotely from the safety of my home since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic back in March. As a person with asthma, I am part of the [...]
How to ask other people to maintain social distance without being awkward
We’ve heard the guidelines for months: wash your hands frequently, wear a face covering, and stay 6 feet from others. But what if people don’t want to stay 6 feet from you? Many of [...]
To cover or not to cover: Face coverings for COVID-19
The topic of face coverings is divisive and their value in preventing COVID-19 spread may seem unclear. With social media and the 24-hour entertainment news cycle, where can we turn for unbiased, reliable data on [...]
It’s time we talk about men’s wellness
It's time we talk about men's wellness. June is Men’s Health Month. As Gallatin County and Montana re-open, and people leave their homes for work — and maybe fun — it’s important to take [...]
How do we get social again during phase 2 as our community opens up?
With Phase 2 of reopening upon us, many of us have a question. How do we get social again during phase 2? We’re all looking forward to resurfacing in public and reconnecting with our [...]
Here’s what you need to know about gyms reopening in Gallatin County
May 15 marked the reopening date for gyms in Gallatin County. Local gym owners and their staff have been working to comply with Governor Bullock’s Phase 1 directive. Under these guidelines, gyms will have to [...]
The DOs of wearing face coverings in public places
As we begin to show, or not show, our faces in public places, let us consider the dos and don’ts of wearing a face covering. On April 3, the CDC announced new data revealing [...]
The COVID-19 crisis and self-reflection on this new world
As Gallatin County dwellers start to tip-toe out of our homes and inch back toward our modified life in phase one, we have a unique chance in reshaping our new normal. As we continue [...]