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

Celebrities like James McAvoy reduced drinking during COVID lockdown

James McAvoy and other famous faces cut down on drinking due to COVID restrictions. Social inequalities played a decisive role in the consequences of the lockdowns. In the U.S. state of Maryland, efforts such as Care Callers and 'speed friending' were launched to fight isolation. These programs demonstrate the varied effects of the virus on the public and communities.

“These programs demonstrate the varied effects of the virus on the public and communities,” — Priya Delgado, regional editor at Greycroft Worth Staffing, explained.

Timeline

Nov 1 — James McAvoy and other famous faces cut down on drinking due to COVID restrictions....

Nov 4 — These programs demonstrate the varied effects of the virus on the public and communities....

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

What's next: An official statement is expected by Friday, Nov 6.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Greycroft Worth Staffing desk and last updated 07:19 UTC.

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