El Paso doctors take precautions in their offices against coronavirus
EL PASO, Texas — With the concern of spreading the coronavirus always in the back of people’s minds, El Paso area doctors are implementing…
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El Paso virus cases grow to 25 with 4 new positive tests, including another UTEP employee
EL PASO, Texas — The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in El Paso County grew to 25 on Thursday afternoon, as health officials reported four new…
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Gov. Abbott orders quarantine for NY & New Orleans travelers, as virus kills 18 & hospitalizes 100 in Texas
AUSTIN, Texas — Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has imposed quarantines on travelers from the New York City area, the epicenter of the coronavirus outbreak…
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Juarez death possibly linked to virus being investigated by Mexican health leaders
CIUDAD JUAREZ, Mexico — Officials in Mexico said Thursday they were looking into a Juarez death that may be linked to the coronavirus. Dr. Arturo…
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Riverside High football player has own graduation ceremony in living room due to virus pandemic
EL PASO, Texas — Monica Escobedo held a graduation ceremony for her son Aaron Adams in the living room of their home. Adams is a senior at Riverside…
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El Paso disinfectant distributor warns virus panic shopping must stop – or shortages will continue
EL PASO, Texas — Many are stocking up on essentials like food, toilet paper and sanitizing wipes. “Sold Out” signs and labels are an…
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NMSU plans to host virtual May commencement due to virus
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — Due to coronavirus concerns, New Mexico State University moved classes and operations online. Now, the university is…
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Canutillo ISD extends school closure indefinitely due to stay-at-home virus order
CANTILLO, Texas — The Canutillo Independent School District became at least the second school system in El Paso County to extend the closure of its…
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Trump says feds developing new guidelines for virus risk, social distance
WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Donald Trump said Thursday afternoon that federal officials are developing guidelines to rate counties by risk of virus…
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Hospitals consider changes to do-not-resuscitate situations amid coronavirus pandemic
As the coronavirus pandemic continues to sweep the United States, some hospitals are considering whether to make changes to policies and practices…
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Hospitals consider changes to do-not-resuscitate situations amid coronavirus pandemic
As the coronavirus pandemic continues to sweep the United States, some hospitals are considering whether to make changes to policies and practices…
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U.S. now has more virus cases than any other nation; global total exceeds 500,000
NEW YORK, NY — The United States now has the world’s most confirmed coronavirus cases at 81,321 as of Thursday afternoon, according to Johns…
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El Paso offering drive-thru coronavirus testing for senior citizens with fever
EL PASO, TEXAS — The city of El Paso announced Thursday that it will now start drive-thru coronavirus screening for any seniors over 65 years of age…
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3 more Doña Ana County virus cases brings total to 16
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico – New Mexico state health officials on Thursday announced 24 new confirmed coronavirus cases, with three of those…
Continue Reading New York will allow two patients to share a single ventilator
New York state has approved technology that allows two patients to share a single ventilator, in an effort to address a desperate need as the number…
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U.S. jobless claims soar to record 3.3 million amid virus; El Paso area’s numbers are ‘frightening’
EL PASO, Texas — Nearly 3.3 million Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week — almost five times the previous record set in 1982 —…
Continue Reading A service dog in training brings comfort to ER doctors on the frontlines
Heroes come in all shapes and sizes — this one just happens to have four legs and a furry coat. Wynn, a service dog in training, is bringing…
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Why comparing coronavirus outbreaks in different countries can be misleading — and even dangerous
Why is the death rate so low in Germany? How come the UK has comparatively fewer cases than elsewhere? And what’s going on in Russia? An online…
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Why comparing coronavirus outbreaks in different countries can be misleading — and even dangerous
Why is the death rate so low in Germany? How come the UK has comparatively fewer cases than elsewhere? And what’s going on in Russia? An online…
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Should you be concerned about virus spread when you take your clothes to the dry cleaner or laundromat?
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Laundromats and dry cleaners are considered essential businesses and can remain open while the El Paso County stay-at-home…
Continue Reading Questions arise after teen’s death was initially linked to coronavirus in California
California health officials are reevaluating the death of a 17-year-old boy from coronavirus, saying his case is “complex” and needs…
Continue Reading Coronavirus news at a glance
Nearly a third of the world’s population is living under coronavirus-related movement restrictions with more than 500,000 people infected and…
Continue Reading What’s in the $2 trillion coronavirus stimulus bill passed by Congress?
WASHINGTON, DC — Congressional lawmakers have passed a $2 trillion stimulus bill to respond to the coronavirus pandemic, with cash and assistance…
Continue Reading The art of the socially distant birthday party
Eva Wohiren had a big-ticket birthday bash in the works. The 27-year-old living in New York had rented out space and a DJ for herself and 30 friends…
Continue Reading Wednesday has been deadliest day in reported coronavirus deaths in US
More than 200 deaths from Covid-19 were reported Wednesday in the United States — a new high for fatalities recorded in a single day. The…
Continue Reading Coronavirus deaths in the US could reach peak in three weeks, epidemiologist says
A leading epidemiologist advising the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has estimated the peak of deaths in the US coronavirus pandemic…
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El Pasoans urged to obey stay-at-home order as local virus cases surge to 21
EL PASO, Texas — Public health and emergency operation officials held a press conference Wednesday afternoon where they urged El Pasoans to follow…
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Prince Charles, 71-year-old heir to British throne, tests positive for coronavirus
LONDON, England — Prince Charles, the 71-year-old son of Queen Elizabeth II and the first in line to the British throne, has tested positive for…
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NMSU campus going through deep cleaning to fight virus spread
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — In the fight against the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic, the most important thing most of us can do is to stay home,…
Continue Reading U.S. death toll from virus surpasses 1,000 after deadliest day with over 200 fatalities
NEW YORK, NY — The U.S. death toll from coronavirus crossed the grim mark of 1,000 on Wednesday night, according to Johns Hopkins University. More…
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