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Ask a UAA Expert: Sharon Chamard on Policing

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Sharon Chamard is an associate professor in UAA's Justice Center. In this episode of "Ask a UAA Expert," she answers questions about the role of police in the COVID-19 pandemic and how it is affecting their operations.

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Ask a UAA Expert: Sharon Chamard on Policing

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Sharon Chamard is an associate professor in UAA's Justice Center. In this episode of "Ask a UAA Expert," she answers questions about the role of police in the COVID-19 pandemic and how it is affecting their operations.

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Ask a UAA Expert: Britteny Howell on COVID-19 Risks to Older Adults

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How can we support older adults during this COVID-19 outbreak? Britteny Howell, professor of population health sciences, recommends maintaining social contact with elders, having a plan to determine what happens if they get sick, as well as keeping them aware of COVID-19-related scams.

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New UAA report recommends suite of COVID-19 measures to avoid overwhelming Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æâ€™s health care system

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Epidemiologic modeling with Âé¶¹ÎÞÂë°æ data provides support for new measures implemented by state and municipal leaders to "flatten the curve" and buy additional time for preparation.

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Ask a UAA Expert: Ashley O'Connor on Pet Ownership

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If you have pets, Ashley O'Connor, School of Social Work assistant professor, has some tips for how to care for them during difficult times such as the COVID-19 pandemic. Not only is it important to practice social distancing between other people and your pets, but it's also recommended to interact with them to alleviate stress. She also advises anyone considering getting a new pet to help animal shelters by fostering them.