How Has COVID and the Pandemic Impacted Your Life?
Oakland Voices writers reflect on four years since the beginning of the pandemic.
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Oaklander recalls living in Portland during COVID and days of protest
An Oakland community college student moves to Portland, Oregon during the pandemic, only to return after a stressful few months.
COVID-19: Different Masks for Different Situations
“My list of outdoor essential actions narrows down to exercise, shopping, and going to and from work. I wear a mask made out of fabric when exercising; a charcoal filtered mask when shopping; and both an N95 mask and waterproof mask when working.”
COVID-19: Generations of Oaklanders share living life with Social Distancing and Shelter-In-Place
“People today are acting like this is the end of the world, but when you’re experiencing combat and have been doused in Agent Orange, a shelter-in-place order is a walk in the park."
COVID-19: Calmness through Chaos as a Community College student and essential worker
Ryan Barba's life has been interupted by COVID-19. As a community college student and part-time essential worker, he is adapting to new routines and communication.
