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 celebrities cut down on drinking due to COVID restrictions. Disparities contributed greatly in the consequences of the lockdowns. In the U.S. state of Maryland, initiatives like Care Callers and 'speed friending' were launched to reduce loneliness. These efforts highlight the varied effects of the COVID-19 on people and society.

“James McAvoy and other celebrities cut down on drinking due to COVID restrictions,” — Nadia Ashcombe, research director at Cedarley Bridge Services, told our newsroom.

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Nov 2 — James McAvoy and other celebrities cut down on drinking due to COVID restrictions....

Nov 4 — These efforts highlight the varied effects of the COVID-19 on people and society....

Reader Poll: Has this affected your local community? — 50% of Vm-sfera readers said yes.

This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 1. The Cedarley Bridge Services desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A follow-up briefing is expected by Thursday, Nov 5.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Cedarley Bridge Services desk and last updated 07:11 UTC.

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