Moms typically live longer than dads: On average, American men have a life expectancy of 76 years, with women living five years longer.
So Mesa mothers like Edna Mae Troupa (four daughters) and Mary Lou Kipp (four sons) have to get used to sailing solo in their twilight years.
While holidays like Motherâs Day are typically bright spots, this time last year, a raging COVID-19 pandemic dimmed celebrations.
âIâm a farm girl and Iâm kind of tough,â said Troupa, who could be called a real trooper. âIâm trying during the pandemic not to worry.â
Kipp, who could be called a real pip, added, âWe were really shut down. But the staff here is great. They made it possible for us to keep on.â
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Arizona s largest universities consider Covid-19 vaccine mandates prior to enrollment
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By: Angela Gonzales, Phoenix Business Journal
Posted at 9:01 AM, Apr 13, 2021
and last updated 2021-04-13 13:02:00-04
Arizona s three state universities are considering a Covid-19 vaccine mandate prior to student enrollment this fall at a time when many universities across the country are implementing such requirements.
Arizona State University, Northern Arizona University and University of Arizona officials say they are looking into the matter but have not yet made a decision, while Grand Canyon University officials say they will not require the vaccine for enrollment. We are encouraging individuals to get a Covid-19 vaccination and will ensure we have enough vaccines on hand so that any student who wants one can get it, said