Lab Updates From Strategic Communications

March 5 COVID-19 Update: Concerns at the Lab

March 6, 2020

Dear colleagues, Over the past week, three individuals have accessed the Lab from Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Level 3 countries without completing the 14-day self-isolation. Although each of these individuals was asymptomatic, they were sent off-site to complete the self-isolation period. In these cases and for future cases, the Lab follows its process for individuals who do not adhere to … [Read more...]

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Feb. 28 COVID-19 Update: Clarification on Self-Isolation, Italy and Iran Added to CDC Level 3 List

February 28, 2020

Dear colleagues, Again, thank you for your help with our COVID-19 response. The Lab’s Critical Incident Management Group (CIMG) continues to monitor the impact of COVID-19 on our communities and its implications for Lab operations. Our goal is to keep the Lab community healthy, drawing from current federal, state, and local guidance and the best available scientific information. Lab … [Read more...]

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Feb. 27 COVID-19 Update: Self-Isolation After Travel from CDC Level 3 Countries, Return To Work, New Hires, Telecommuting, Inclusive Behavior

February 27, 2020

Dear colleagues, Thank you for your attention and flexibility in helping us address the evolving COVID-19 response. The Lab’s Critical Incident Management Group (CIMG) continues to monitor the impact of COVID-19 on our communities and its implications for Lab operations. Our goal is to keep the Lab community healthy, drawing from federal, state, and local guidance and the best available … [Read more...]

Filed Under: COO Messages, COVID-19, Updates

Feb. 26 COVID-19 Update: International Travel Restrictions, Arriving From CDC Level 3 Countries, Health Tips

February 26, 2020

Dear colleagues, Due to the spread of the COVID-19 virus in a number of countries, the Lab has set up a Critical Incident Management Group (CIMG) led by David von Damm to monitor the evolving federal, state, and local guidance and to advise Lab leadership on measures that should be taken to protect the health of our employees, affiliates, users, and visitors. International Travel Because of the … [Read more...]

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Stay Alert for Wild Animals at the Lab at All Hours

February 19, 2020

Dear colleagues, Two deer have been found dead in the past two weeks near the Molecular Foundry. The Lab's Site Security team is working with experts to identify the predator that is attacking the deer. Please take action by using caution and be aware of your surroundings at all times, particularly in the evening and early morning hours, when predators are most likely out looking for a meal. The … [Read more...]

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