hypervigilance
the state or quality of being extremely alert or watchful:The patient outwardly exhibits classic symptoms of posttraumatic stress disorder, including hypervigilance, anxiety, facial tics, and extreme paranoia.
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“We are at a critical point, and now is not the time to reduce our vigilance, or reduce protective measures put in place,” Stoner, the county’s health officer, said in a news release.
As the coronavirus tears through rural Maryland, an ultramarathon plans to race on | Rick Maese | November 19, 2020 | Washington PostIf you have otherwise eradicated the virus, such as New Zealand or this region of China, vigilance will be required to prevent reintroductions by both goods and travelers.
The U.S. has absolutely no control over the coronavirus. China is on top of the tiniest risks. | Chris Mooney, Gerry Shih | November 10, 2020 | Washington PostIt is a way of living, a perpetual vigilance, a habit of mind.
Trumpism is a lifestyle disease, chronic in America | Philip Kennicott | November 6, 2020 | Washington PostIt’s yet another lesson in the need for continued vigilance against the coronavirus.
How pandemic fatigue and polarization led to Wisconsin’s massive Covid-19 outbreak | German Lopez | October 23, 2020 | VoxDespite the new rules and extra vigilance, the companies are struggling to keep up with the number of problematic posts.
Everything to know about the political food fight over Section 230 | Danielle Abril | October 19, 2020 | Fortune
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