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Just over a year since the first reported Covid-19 case in the US, the country nears 25 million infections

January 24, 2021 2:14 AM CNN Newsource

The US is again quickly approaching another grim milestone: 25 million Covid-19 cases in a little more than a year since the country reported its…

CDC reviewing new data that suggests coronavirus variant identified in UK could be more deadly

January 24, 2021 1:37 AM CNN Newsource

Scientists at the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are speaking with UK health officials to learn more about British data that suggests…

Southern New Mexico has 7 of state’s 38 latest virus deaths

January 23, 2021 4:37 PM Associated Press, KVIA ABC-7

SANTA FE, New Mexico — New Mexico on Saturday reported 859 additional Covid-19 cases and 38 more deaths, increasing the state’s pandemic totals…

A year into the pandemic, health care workers have a new source of hope

January 23, 2021 4:36 PM CNN

Last week, a Covid-19 patient of mine told me he is finally going home after four months in the hospital. His tracheostomy tube has been taken out…

El Paso doctor provides expert advice on how to lose weight, stay active

January 23, 2021 4:20 PM Andres Valle

El Paso, Texas — The start of a new year usually means having goals you want to accomplish. Like every year, top goals include losing weight and…

UMC registration for 5,000 vaccinations were filled up in just 5 minutes

January 23, 2021 12:06 PM Jim Parker

UPDATE: University Medical Center said all of its latest vaccination appointments were booked within five minutes of online registration going live…

Antibody infusion treatment saves 100 El Pasoans from virus hospitalization

January 23, 2021 12:42 PM KVIA ABC-7

EL Paso, Texas – The doctor in charge of overseeing the Covid-19 antibody infusion treatment site believes it has saved more than 100 El Pasoans…

FDA gives approval for syringes to extract an extra dose from vials of the Covid-19 vaccine

January 23, 2021 11:52 AM CNN Newsource

As the US set a new daily record for Covid-19 inoculations and states clamored for more vaccine supplies, Pfizer and the FDA said pharmacists and…

At least 1 in 3 Covid-19 infections are asymptomatic, study suggests

January 23, 2021 10:59 AM CNN Newsource

TORONTO, Canada (CTV News) — A review of 61 studies and reports comprising more than 1.8 million people suggests that at least one in three…

UK should cut its 12-week delay between vaccine doses, doctors group says

January 23, 2021 10:15 AM CNN Newsource

The UK’s decision to wait up to 12 weeks before giving people their second dose of the Pfizer/BioNTech coronavirus vaccine should be scrapped,…

El Paso sees 5 new virus deaths; active cases just above 35k, 20% are kids

January 23, 2021 8:36 AM Jim Parker

EL PASO, Texas — El Paso health officials reported five new Covid-19 deaths and 481 additional cases on Saturday morning, for a cumulative total of…

The face mask that could end the pandemic

January 23, 2021 8:24 AM CNN

Getting Americans masked up is a top priority for the Biden administration. Biden, who calls wearing masks “a patriotic act,” signed an…

CDC reports record number of daily Covid-19 vaccinations as states struggle with supply

January 23, 2021 12:57 AM CNN Newsource

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported its biggest one-day increase in Covid-19 vaccinations Friday as more states said they are…

Foods that can reduce stress

January 22, 2021 11:58 PM CNN Newsource

Stress levels may be high these days, but did you know that what we choose to eat can help to reduce stress, ultimately allowing us to take charge of…

More vaccines could be coming soon and they could be a big boost to the rollout

January 22, 2021 10:36 PM CNN Newsource

States may be scrambling for vaccines now, but the United States could see additional Covid-19 vaccines by the end of March, if not sooner. Millions…

Doña Ana County has 15% of state’s nearly 1,000 new virus infections

January 22, 2021 6:46 PM KVIA ABC-7, Associated Press

SANTA FE, New Mexico — Confirmed Covid-19 cases in New Mexico have now surpassed 167,700 since the pandemic began. That includes 921…

New Mexico reverses course, won’t vaccinate educators ahead of others

January 22, 2021 3:40 PM Kate Bieri

Editor’s note: NMDOH spokesman Matt Bieber tells ABC-7 the state did not intend to open up the next category of vaccine distribution to teachers and…

UTEP undertakes high-tech effort to sanitize Don Haskins Center amid pandemic

January 22, 2021 5:09 PM Nate Ryan

EL PASO, Texas — Socially distant seating prevents contact at the Don Haskins Center, but UTEP staff still has to keep the arena sanitized. To do…

Immunize El Paso will partner with SISD to offer a drive-thru vaccination site

January 22, 2021 5:40 PM JC Navarrete

EL PASO, Texas — Immunize El Paso announced Friday that it will partner with the Socorro Independent School District to expand Covid-19 vaccine…

Severe allergic reactions to Moderna’s Covid-19 vaccine are rare, CDC says

January 22, 2021 4:48 PM CNN Newsource

Severe allergic reactions to Moderna’s Covid-19 vaccine are rare, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. A CDC report…

Texas doctor charged with stealing a vial of Covid-19 vaccine was trying to use leftover doses, attorney says

January 22, 2021 4:28 PM CNN Newsource

HOUSTON, Texas — A Texas public health doctor charged with stealing a vial of Covid-19 vaccine was trying to use leftover doses so they…

Study finds 60% of Americans don’t know where or when to get a Covid-19 vaccine

January 22, 2021 3:07 PM CNN Newsource

About 6 in 10 Americans don’t know when or where to get a coronavirus vaccine, according to a survey released Friday from the Kaiser Family…

The US can vaccinate up to 85% of adults and begin a return to normal by fall, Fauci says

January 22, 2021 12:47 PM CNN Newsource

Despite challenges with distributing and administering Covid-19 vaccines, the US “can and should” vaccinate 70-85% of adults by the end…

New U.K. coronavirus variant appears to be more deadly

January 22, 2021 11:46 AM Associated Press

LONDON, England — There is now some evidence that a new coronavirus variant first identified in southeast England carries a higher risk of death…

Walmart will expand Covid-19 vaccinations to more states – including Texas

January 22, 2021 10:34 AM CNN Newsource

BENTONVILLE, Arkansas — Walmart is rolling out the Covid-19 vaccine in more states as the Biden administration tries to accelerate…

Covid-19 is causing ambulance delays and longer ER waits — even for those without coronavirus

January 22, 2021 8:07 AM CNN Newsource

Imagine suffering a serious accident and calling 911 but not getting an ambulance immediately. Or having a severe asthma attack and fighting for…

UTEP to begin vaccinating students, staff after getting 1st shipment of doses

January 22, 2021 5:49 AM Madeline Ottilie

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The University of Texas at El Paso has received its first shipment of the Covid-19 vaccine. The university received nearly…

The US can vaccinate up to 85% of US adults and begin a return to normal by fall, Fauci says

January 22, 2021 5:19 AM CNN Newsource

Despite challenges with the distribution and administration of Covid-19 vaccines, the US “can and should” vaccinate 70-85% of US adults…

Hand sanitizer is hurting more children’s eyes, some severely, study finds. Here’s how to protect your kid

January 22, 2021 4:59 AM CNN Newsource

Hand hygiene is an important way to prevent the spread of Covid-19 and, when soap and water isn’t available, alcohol-based hand sanitizer is…

CDC still working on goal to double coronavirus sequences to expand hunt for mutations

January 22, 2021 4:47 AM CNN Newsource

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention did not meet a goal to quickly ramp up surveillance for possibly dangerous coronavirus mutations,…