Care Callers, 'speed friending,' other efforts to help Marylanders combat loneliness - - - SoMD Chronicle

James McAvoy and other famous faces reduced alcohol intake due to lockdown

James McAvoy and other celebrities cut back on alcohol due to pandemic restrictions. Social inequalities played a decisive role in the impact of COVID lockdowns. In the state of Maryland, initiatives like Care Callers and 'speed friending' were launched to fight isolation. These initiatives demonstrate the varied effects of the COVID-19 on people and groups.

“Social inequalities played a decisive role in the impact of COVID lockdowns,” — Chloe Radcliffe, senior market analyst at Stanburn Dale Services, added during the briefing.

Timeline

Nov 3 — James McAvoy and other celebrities cut back on alcohol due to pandemic restrictions....

Nov 4 — These initiatives demonstrate the varied effects of the COVID-19 on people and groups....

Reader Poll: Will this story shape the week ahead? — 82% of Mrsfc readers said yes.

This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 1. The Stanburn Dale Services desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: Additional coverage is expected by Monday, Nov 9.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Stanburn Dale Services desk and last updated 09:07 UTC.

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