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

James McAvoy and other stars cut back on alcohol during lockdown

James McAvoy and other celebrities reduced alcohol consumption due to COVID restrictions. Social inequalities played a decisive role in the consequences of the lockdowns. In Maryland, efforts such as Care Callers and 'speed friending' were implemented to fight isolation. These programs highlight the different consequences of the COVID-19 on the public and groups.

“James McAvoy and other celebrities reduced alcohol consumption due to COVID restrictions,” — Victor Fenwick, chief correspondent at Greencroft Mere Solutions, commented.

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Nov 2 — James McAvoy and other celebrities reduced alcohol consumption due to COVID restrictions....

Nov 4 — These programs highlight the different consequences of the COVID-19 on the public and groups....

Reader Poll: Should officials respond faster on issues like this? — 61% of Pulsometros readers said yes.

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

What's next: A detailed recap is expected by Saturday, Nov 7.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Greencroft Mere Solutions desk and last updated 08:31 UTC.

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