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Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health FORWARD Committee ChairAnalyzed New York City Department of Health & Mental Hygiene COVID-19 re-opening survey data to produce recommendations for agency commissionersOrganized New York City Department of Health & Mental Hygiene’s largest agency wide anti-racist Epidemiology for Equity event during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic Dorcas has effectively advised health professionals, artists, activists, and the general public on best practices throughout the COVID-19 pandemic....

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As with a lot of food and drink trends, I discovered this genius idea via TikTok in some now-viral videos by J.M. Hirsch, editorial director of Christopher Kimball’s Milk Street. Author of multiple cookbooks, including Pour Me Another: 250 Ways to Find Your Favorite Drink, I caught up with Hirsch to learn more about these brilliant beverages and how to make them at home. What Is a Freezer Door Cocktail?...

What Are Whole Grains? Rather than being processed (aka refined), whole grains keep the entire seed intact. To get the full scientific picture, the Harvard School of Public Health says the three parts that make up whole grains are bran, germ, and endosperm. “Each section houses health-promoting nutrients,” the report states. The bran’s fiber-rich outer layer supplies B vitamins, iron, copper, zinc, magnesium, antioxidants, and phytochemicals (natural compounds in plants that can help prevent disease)....

The collection of more than 65 products includes live and faux indoor houseplants, as well as planters, propagation vessels, terrariums, watering cans, and other tools you need to help your plants thrive. With prices ranging from $5 to $130, the limited-edition launch pairs sleek modern accessories with low-maintenance greenery, making it easy to create a design-forward plant display in any room. Carter designed the collection to suit a variety of spaces and skill levels, hoping to “make new and current plant parents excited to make their spaces lusher and more vibrant....

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Red Twig Dogwood Basics Also known as red osier dogwood, the red twig dogwood (Cornus sericea) is a native deciduous shrub. It thrives in USDA Zones 3-7, making it an extremely cold tolerant option for thick hedges in northern states. In good growing conditions, these shrubs can easily reach upwards of 10 feet. In addition to colorful stems, red twig dogwoods offer white flower clusters in spring and white berries in late summer....

What to Check Before the Power Goes Out Food Tips for When the Power Is Out The best thing to do once you no longer have electricity? When it comes to your perishable foods, you should leave them be—at least for a bit. The CDC notes you should keep the doors to your fridge and freezer closed. If you do, everything will be fine for up to four hours in a refrigerator, and up to 48 hours in a full freezer, or 24 hours in a half-full freezer....

We’re here to make canning peaches easy-peasy, so you can start making fantastic ice cream toppers, peach cobbler, and more. Prep the Peaches As with canning any fruit, start with ripe, unblemished fruit that’s washed well. According to Penn State Extension, some of the best peaches for canning are Glenglo, Ernie’s Choice, Cresthaven, John Boy, Loring, Redhaven, and Sunhigh. PickYourOwn.org includes Elberta, Fairhaven, GaLa, Glohaven, Halford, J.H. Hale, Midpride, Newhaven, Redglobe, Rio Oso Gem, Strawberry Cling, Summerset, Suncrest, and White Heath Cling varieties in its list....

Of course, homes don’t come with this number stamped across their sides, and in fact, not all real estate listings have an accurate square footage listed. Read on to learn how to find or calculate the square footage of your home and what that means for potential resale. Finding Your Square Footage Your home’s square footage can be easily found in a few different places—no measuring required—if you know where to look....

Dracaena’s narrow foliage may be completely green or include stripes or edges of green, cream, red, or yellow. Leaves start as rings around the center stem and take on the appearance of bamboo as they age. In fact, one of the most commonly grown dracaenas is marketed as lucky bamboo. Use this plant outside as a colorful accent in mixed containers or seasonal displays. Dracaena plants are toxic to dogs and cats, so place them in areas pets can’t reach in your home....

Hanging stockings on your fireplace safely and securely prevents them from falling and protects your mantel and floors from any potential damage. Keep reading to learn about four different ways to hang stockings on a fireplace, including weighted decorative stocking hangers and sleek mantel clips, for the ultimate Christmas cheer. 1. Weighted Stocking Hanger Weighted stocking hangers come in various shapes, materials, and designs. They typically feature a weighted square or rectangular base, a decorative accent such as a tree or a monogram, and a hook suspended from the base from which to hang your stocking....

Learn where and how to store candles, along with mistakes to avoid while decluttering your collection. 1. Decide Where to Store Your Candles First, determine a storage spot. Keeping like items together is one of the top organizing rules to follow, so be sure to implement it for candles as well. “The number one rule of storing candles of all types for short or extended periods of time is in an enclosed, dark cool place," says Raffi Arslanian, owner of Thompson Ferrier, a New York-based luxury candle company....

How to Keep Store-Bought Bread Fresh You can leave store-bought bread in the plastic it came in. Consume in 3 to 5 days for guaranteed freshness, but it can last up to a week as long as there’s no mold present. Bread lovers might also benefit from storing bread (purchased or homemade) in a bread box, which is ventilated to keep the bread fresh without building up unwanted moisture. Storing Homemade Bread Homemade bread including yeast breads and quick breads like banana bread should be completely cooled on a wire rack as soon as they’re done baking....

How to Make an Ombré Charcuterie Board For this Valentine’s Day collaboration, Delp and Hulugalle wanted to do something unique. “We selected an ombré theme as a metaphor for the fluctuating emotions of the heart,” Delp explains. “We also loved the use of moody, dark burgundy and purple tones, as they reflect those deep feelings.” This mini-board, which Delp sells for $105, features 32 different items, including various meats, cheeses, fruits, nuts, and more accompaniments....

As poison hemlock spreads, there’s “more of an opportunity for kids to play with it and pets to eat it,” Dan Shaver, a state forester for the Natural Resources Conservation Service in Indiana, tells The Indianapolis Star. “It is not a plant you want around your home or in your local park.” What is Poison Hemlock? Native to Europe, poison hemlock (Conium maculatum) is a relative of carrots and parsley that was brought to North America in the 1800s as an ornamental plant because of its ferny leaves....

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Whether you’re redesigning your space or purchasing items for the first time, one of the best places to start is with furniture. This cute floral bistro set is perfect for apartment patios as a spot to enjoy your morning coffee or tea outside, and it has 1,200 five-star ratings. We also discovered this Shintenchi sofa set that includes four pieces (one loveseat, two armchairs, and a coffee table). Plus, the sale even includes rocking chairs and adirondack chairs for your front porch or backyard....

Through researching various dining room tables and speaking with an interior design expert, we’ve compiled a list of the best dining tables to help you find the table that best fits your space. We looked at tables that had flexible seating arrangements, durable designs, different finish choices, and more. “When selecting a table, it all comes down to what you value,” says Arlene Lord, interior designer at Lord Design. “If you use the dining table every day and what’s your comfort zone relating to wear and tear....