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by Nick McAdam 21, Public Relations Intern
Many health care workers continue to log in long shifts during the pandemic. While the constant wearing of personal protective equipment (PPE) may protect them, it also irritates the back of the ears, sometimes rubbing them raw.
Utica College graduate student Ann Marie Brown saw both the problem and a solution. Using a 3-D printer, she fashioned a small device that is worn on the back of a person’s head, with a clip on each end to hold the ear loops of the mask. This extends the length of the loops, removing pressure off the ears while still offering the same protection.
Greyhound racing in Florida ends next week, but what will happen to the dogs?
The 1,200 racing greyhounds in Florida will either be adopted out or go to race in one of three remaining states with the sport. But exact breakdowns are unknown.
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Spectators at Derby Lane watch during one of the afternoon greyhound races during the final week of dog racing. [ MARTHA ASENCIO RHINE | Times ]
Published Dec. 23, 2020
Nearly a century of greyhound racing at St. Petersburgâs Derby Lane ends for good Sunday with a 12:30 p.m. matinee. The final race in the state will take place at Palm Beach Kennel Club on New Yearâs Eve at 11:59 p.m., the very last minute allowed by law.