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Mayor Declares Gun Violence a Public Health EmergencyFebruary 17, 2021
Mayor Bowser announced new initiatives to combat gun violence in the District.
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CDC - Vaccinated People Can Avoid Quarantine After COVID ExposureFebruary 11, 2021
CDC's new guidance allows healthcare facilities to ease staff burdens and reflects vaccine effectiveness.
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CDC - Double Masking and Tight Masks Dramatically Reduces COVID SpreadFebruary 10, 2021
New CDC research seems to encourage people to be more conscientious in how they wear masks, not just if they do.
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Vaccine Rollout, Budget Hearings Offer Opportunities for Physician AdvocacyJanuary 27, 2021
Newly announced hearings offer physicians the opportunity to use their advocacy skills on important issues.
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President Emanuel Asks for Physician Help with COVID Vaccine
January 20, 2021
MSDC President calls for physician help with vaccine confidence and volunteer opportunities.
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MSDC Statement on Violent Protests in DCJanuary 10, 2021
MSDC condemns violence and urges all who encourage it to step away from their public roles.
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DC Expands List of Providers Who Can Give COVID Vaccine
January 8, 2021
The order paves the way for more vaccines to be administered and for closer tracking.
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MSDC Announces Advocacy "Curriculum" for DC Physicians
January 6, 2021
MSDC will have new ways for physicians to build their advocacy skills and advocate for their top issues in 2021 (and beyond).
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MSDC Announces 23rd Council Period Report Card
December 29, 2020
MSDC's increased member advocacy led to major wins for physicians and patients
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Phase 1a Eligible Medical Professionals May Now Book COVID Vaccine Appointment
December 29, 2020
Phase 1a eligible persons can sign up to receive the vaccine through vaccinate.dc.gov.
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