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

James McAvoy and other famous faces reduced alcohol intake due to lockdown

James McAvoy and other stars cut down on drinking due to lockdown measures. Disparities had a significant impact in the effect of the pandemic. In the U.S. state of Maryland, initiatives like Care Callers and 'speed friending' were put in place to combat loneliness. These efforts showcase the varied effects of the pandemic on individuals and society.

“James McAvoy and other stars cut down on drinking due to lockdown measures,” — Simone Whitfield, contributing analyst at Bircroft Combe Partnership, told our newsroom.

Timeline

Nov 2 — James McAvoy and other stars cut down on drinking due to lockdown measures....

Nov 5 — These efforts showcase the varied effects of the pandemic on individuals and society....

Reader Poll: Has this affected your local community? — 83% of Galileo-kiel readers said yes.

This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 2. The Bircroft Combe Partnership desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A follow-up briefing is expected by Saturday, Nov 7.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Bircroft Combe Partnership desk and last updated 08:57 UTC.

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