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Trump Is Trying To Restart His Rallies In A ‘Moonshot Mission’
The president has historically used these rallies to fire up his base and influence the media’s coverage of him.
Reopening America: CDC Releases Shorter Guidelines Previously Shelved By White House
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released a shorter version of guidelines for reopening the U.S. economy than the one the White House previously shelved.
Coronavirus in Animals: These Species Are Most Susceptible To Get COVID-19
Scientists studied the angiotensin-converting enzyme 2 — the cell receptor that serves as entry point for the novel coronavirus — in 48 animals using a computer model to predict the infectivity of each one.
Coronavirus US Death Toll, Cases: CDC Director Predicts Crisis Not Slowing Down, Cites 12 Forecast Models
The U.S. has already had over 88,000 deaths and there are 1.47 million cases.
Coronavirus US Response: Trump Tweets That Cases Down, Despite Evidence To The Contrary
A shortage of tests, states rushing to reopen, and Trump's own image show have all contributed to the ongoing growth in pandemic numbers.
Trump Administration Rebukes Experts Again, Sidelines CDC’s Guide to Reopening Economy
The CDC developed a detailed guide for states to reopen the economy due to be published on Friday, but the Trump Administration has shelved it, as reported by the AP.
Madonna Opens Up About Coronavirus Diagnosis: 'I Am Not Currently Sick'
Pop icon Madonna has quashed all the reports claiming that she is still suffering from the novel coronavirus.
CDC Warns Surge In Deaths, New COVID-19 Cases Amid Reopening Of Several States
The CDC issued a warning about a possible increase in deaths as almost half of U.S. states started easing stay-at-home restrictions, which were put in place to slow down the spread of coronavirus.
Coronavirus Update: CDC Projections Show Hasty State Reopenings Could Cause Surge In Deaths
The CDC shared several new projections for the month of May showing how quickly or slowly the death toll will rise depending on certain safety measures and guidelines are followed.
Firefighters Warn Against Sterilizing Face Masks Using A Microwave
Fire officials in New Hampshire are warning residents against the growing trend of sterilizing facemasks in their microwave, saying it could easily start a fire, reports say.
US COVID-19 Update: Earliest Known Coronavirus Deaths In US Traced In California County
The earliest coronavirus deaths in California happened in the first week of February.
5 Mistakes To Avoid When Wearing A Face Mask
The coronavirus pandemic has made face masks a part of the regular daily attire in America, but it has to be properly worn; otherwise, it may not help much.
Coronavirus US Death Toll Hits 45,226; CDC Warns Second Wave Of COVID-19 Will Be Deadlier
CDC affirms COVID-19 may return during winter months this year, which is also the start of the annual flu season.
Leaked Documents Reveal US Federal Health Officials Estimate Over 300,000 Deaths If Social Distancing Is Abandoned
Documents obtained by the Center for Public Integrity reveal that health officials at the Department of Health and Human Services expect over 300,000 Americans to die from COVID-19 if social distancing measures are abandoned, far larger than the White House's initial stated goal of 100,000 deaths and Dr. Anthony Fauci's revised projection of 60,000 deaths this past week.
Contact Lenses And Eyeglasses Do Not Offer Any Protection Against COVID-19, Says Experts
Front line medical workers are required to wear eye protection like face shields or goggles whenever they are in the field. This is among the guidelines issued by the CDC, but would eyeglasses or contact lenses protect you too?
WHO Says Drinking Alcohol Increases Risk Of COVID-19 Infection
The World Health Organization said that alcohol consumption can weaken the immune system of the body. It can also make drinkers engage in unsafe behaviors that could increase their likelihood of catching COVID-19, according to a WHO report released Tuesday.
44 People On Deportation Flight To Guatemala Reportedly Test Positive For Coronavirus
Flights from the U.S. to Guatemala have been temporarily suspended due to the positive tests.
CDC Director Warns Second Wave Of COVID-19 Could Hit US Next Year
The second wave of coronavirus infections might hit the U.S. next winter if the COVID-19 pandemic follows a seasonal behavior. This was the revelation of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Director Dr. Robert Redfield.
Coronavirus Infected More Than 9,000 Health Care Workers In The US
A patient exposed 121 hospital staff in Solano County, California, to coronavirus, ushering in one of the first-known workplace transmission cases in the U.S., according to a CDC report.
Coronavirus Transmission Distance Is 13 Feet, Spreads Through Shoes: CDC Report
A new study involving staff at a hospital in Wuhan, China that treated COVID-19 patients suggests four meters is the safe social distance.
COVID-19 Hacks: How To Make A CDC-Approved No-Sew Cloth Face Mask?
A cloth face mask will not protect you from contracting COVID-19, but it could prevent you from spreading the deadly virus.
CDC Issues New Guidelines For Essential Workers Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released a new set of guidelines for essential workers. The message of the new guidelines appears to be directed to essential workers as to when they can return to work and under what conditions.
CDC Outlines Alternative Face Masks In Response To Medical Mask Shortages During COVID-19 Pandemic
The alternatives included masks made of t-shirts or bandanas for homemade protection against coronavirus while out in public.
Coronavirus Update: US Death Toll May Be Lower Than Predicted With Social Distancing
Health officials in the United States said that deaths due to coronavirus could be lower than the original projections if the public practiced social distancing.
Florida Stops Tracking 'Flu-Like' Data Against the Advice of Coronavirus Experts
In the absence of widespread testing, epidemiologists have been using "flu-like" data to track the early spread of the coronavirus in the United States, and Florida has stopped reporting that data in a move that experts say will make tracking COVID-19's spread more difficult.
Georgia Governor Criticized By Local Officails For Reopening Beaches During Coronavirus
Gov. Brian Kemp's shelter-in-place order reopened Georgia's beaches, which many local officials had closed in the weeks before the order was made official.
CDC's Recommendation To Separate COVID-19 Positive Mothers From Their Infants Is Baseless, Health Experts Say
Although the CDC recommends separation of mothers who test COVID-19 positive from their newborns, it is for the mothers to decide if they want to be separated.
Coronavirus US Response: Mike Pence Deflects Criticism Of Trump Administration, Blames CDC And China
Vice-President Mike Pence claimed that President Trump has never downplayed the virus.
3 Most Popular COVID-19 Myths Debunked
A viral text message is making the public believe that taking Ibuprofen could make COVID-19 symptoms worse.
Apple Launches COVID-19 App To Keep Users Informed About Pandemic
The app was developed by Apple in partnership with the CDC, FEMA, and the White House Coronavirus Task Force.