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Fauci backs 'double-masking' in coronavirus fight, says 'likely more effective'

Coronavirus15 hours ago

Fauci backs 'double-masking' in coronavirus fight, says 'likely more effective'

Dr. Anthony Fauci, President Biden’s chief medical adviser on COVID-19, said two face masks are likely more effective than one against the novel coronavirus, despite significant uncertainty on the subject.

In ambulances, an unseen, unwelcome passenger: COVID-19

Coronavirus9 hours ago

In ambulances, an unseen, unwelcome passenger: COVID-19

For EMTs Thomas Hoang and Joshua Hammond, the coronavirus is constantly close. COVID-19 has become their biggest fear during 24-hour shifts in California's Orange County, riding with them from 911 call to 911 call, from patient to patient.

Missouri's COVID-19 vaccine pace for 1st dose ranks last in US, CDC estimates show

Coronavirus10 hours ago

Missouri's COVID-19 vaccine pace for 1st dose ranks last in US, CDC estimates show

Missouri falls behind other states across the country in terms of its pace to administer the first dose of the coronavirus vaccine, ranking last in such efforts, according to estimates from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

US coronavirus cases, hospitalizations hit ‘natural plateau,’ not vaccine driven: experts

Coronavirus10 hours ago

US coronavirus cases, hospitalizations hit ‘natural plateau,’ not vaccine driven: experts

Infectious disease experts are noting a plateau in U.S. coronavirus cases and hospitalizations -- though it is far too soon to tie the positive news to ongoing vaccinations.

Mother of three says Virginia county postponing return to classrooms 'heartbreaking'

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Mother of three says Virginia county postponing return to classrooms 'heartbreaking'

Christy Hudson, a Fairfax County, Va. mother of three, told “America’s Newsroom” on Monday that the county’s postponement of in-person learning amid the coronavirus pandemic is “heartbreaking” and “devastating.”

12-week gap between COVID-19 vaccine doses should be ‘urgently reviewed,’ UK doctors say

Coronavirus12 hours ago

12-week gap between COVID-19 vaccine doses should be ‘urgently reviewed,’ UK doctors say

A group of doctors in the United Kingdom is urging the country’s government to scrap its decision to have those who have received a first dose of the Pfizer-BioNTech coronavirus vaccine wait up to 12 weeks before receiving the second jab, as “no other nation has adopted the U.K.‘s approach,” one doctor said.

Where is the UK coronavirus variant in the US? States that have identified the mutation — so far

Coronavirus14 hours ago

Where is the UK coronavirus variant in the US? States that have identified the mutation — so far

More than a dozen states have already identified the variant

Fauci backs 'double-masking' in coronavirus fight, says 'likely more effective'

Coronavirus15 hours ago

Fauci backs 'double-masking' in coronavirus fight, says 'likely more effective'

Dr. Anthony Fauci, President Biden’s chief medical adviser on COVID-19, said two face masks are likely more effective than one against the novel coronavirus, despite significant uncertainty on the subject.

Moderna says COVID-19 vaccine protects against UK, South African variants

Coronavirus16 hours ago

Moderna says COVID-19 vaccine protects against UK, South African variants

Moderna on Monday vowed confidence in its COVID-19 vaccine’s ability to remain effective against emerging strains of the virus, namely the South African and U.K. variants, following results from a yet-to-be peer-reviewed study.

2 in 5 Americans live where COVID-19 strains hospital ICUs

Coronavirus16 hours ago

2 in 5 Americans live where COVID-19 strains hospital ICUs

Straining to handle record numbers of COVID-19 patients, hundreds of the nation's intensive care units are running out of space and supplies and competing to hire temporary traveling nurses at soaring rates.

CDC to require face masks during transit: report

Coronavirus17 hours ago

CDC to require face masks during transit: report

The head of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will sign an order Monday mandating mask use during transit, according to a report.

Coronavirus in the US: State-by-state breakdown

Coronavirus20 hours ago

Coronavirus in the US: State-by-state breakdown

In the U.S., all 50 states plus the District of Columbia have reported confirmed cases of COVID-19, tallying more than 25,127,004 illnesses and at least 419,215 deaths.

UK doctor warns world may need annual COVID-19 vaccine due to variants

Coronavirus21 hours ago

UK doctor warns world may need annual COVID-19 vaccine due to variants

The emergence of new variants of the virus that causes Covid-19—including one in the U.K. that British officials say could be more deadly than earlier versions—signals a future in which health authorities are locked in a cat-and-mouse battle with a shape-shifting pathogen.

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4-H offering at-home learning programs for students during coronavirus pandemic

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4-H offering at-home learning programs for students during coronavirus pandemic

100-year-old World War II veteran becomes 1 millionth Florida senior citizen to receive coronavirus vaccine

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100-year-old World War II veteran becomes 1 millionth Florida senior citizen to receive coronavirus vaccine

Florida Gov. DeSantis on COVID-19 vaccine distribution

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Florida Gov. DeSantis on COVID-19 vaccine distribution

Super Bowl LV will host 22,000 fans, including 7,500 vaccinated health care workers

Super Bowl LV3 days ago

Super Bowl LV will host 22,000 fans, including 7,500 vaccinated health care workers