Overcome the coronavirus meat shortage by adopting one of the world’s healthiest diets
Shortages due to the coronavirus pandemic are causing groceries to ration sales of chicken, pork and beef to their customers. But there’s a…
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From empathetic emojis to Zoom bar mitzvahs, these are the positive virtual connections we need in a time of crisis, say experts 😷
On New Year’s Eve, more than 1 million people from around the world gathered in Times Square to ring in 2020. It was a moment full of hope,…
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All states will be partially reopened by Wednesday but there are still risks to returning to pre-pandemic activities
For the first time since officials began implementing widespread lockdowns to slow the spread of coronavirus, all 50 states are now partially reopen.…
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‘Grief-stricken’: El Paso’s virus death toll surpasses 50 as hospitalizations soar by 39%
EL PASO, Texas — El Paso health officials reported five additional coronavirus deaths on Tuesday afternoon, as the county’s death toll surpassed…
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U.S.-Mexico border to remain closed to ‘non-essential’ travel through June 22
EL PASO, Texas — The U.S. Department of Homeland Security announced Tuesday that it will keep the U.S.-Mexico border shut down to “non-essential”…
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‘Barbaric to do that’: Landlord accused of cutting off El Paso tenant’s electricity during pandemic
CLICK HERE for updates to this story. EL PASO, Texas — The Texas Supreme Court halted eviction proceedings statewide on March 19 due to the…
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As El Paso businesses reopen, avid readers wonder when libraries will open back up
EL PASO, Texas – The libraries of El Paso have a long road ahead of themselves. On Tuesday, the city put out a statement saying: “To ensure the…
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Juarez mayor says he’s now free of virus, among 182 to recover from it
CIUDAD JUAREZ, Mexico — Mayor Armando Cabada announced Tuesday evening that his doctor said he’s re-tested negative for Covid-19 and is now…
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Kids with suspected Covid-related syndrome need immediate attention, doctors say
Kids who may have multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children, or MIS-C, a troubling complication of Covid-19 infection, need immediate attention…
Continue Reading Kids with suspected Covid-related syndrome need immediate attention, doctors say
Kids who may have multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children, or MIS-C, a troubling complication of Covid-19 infection, need immediate attention…
Continue Reading As of Wednesday, every state will be somewhere along the road toward a full reopening
In a few hours, Connecticut will allow residents to dine at a restaurant outdoors or go into a retail shop. The state will be the final one of those…
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‘It’s spread like wildfire’: Rabbits face a deadly virus of their own as humans battle Covid-19
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — As the human population works to slow the spread of Covid-19, rabbits are fighting a viral disease of their own. “It’s…
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5 more virus deaths reported in Juarez; Mexico’s actual death toll may be 3 times the official count
CIUDAD JUAREZ, Mexico — Five more coronavirus deaths were reported in the city of Juarez on Tuesday, bringing the death toll to 163 as the caseload…
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From the concert hall to the cul-de-sac: Las Cruces musicians offer curbside performances
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico – With the cancellation of all major Borderland symphony events, a group of local musicians wants to bring their music to your…
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New Mexico reports 11 new Doña Ana County virus cases, 1 more in Otero County detention facilities
SANTA FE, New Mexico — Health officials in New Mexico on Tuesday reported six more deaths and 106 new cases of the coronavirus statewide. Figures…
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Treasury secretary tells Senate no one should die to boost economy
WASHINGTON, DC — U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin warned Tuesday of potential long-term damage to the U.S. economy the longer states are shut…
Continue Reading Support the newest warriors: Those on the frontlines of the Covid-19 pandemic
Suffering from anxiety attacks, sleepless nights and surges of irritability, people around the world are experiencing the same emotional trauma that…
Continue Reading Right ventricle enlargement a major predictor for mortality among COVID patients, new study finds
Enlargement of one of the heart’s four chambers — the right ventricle — was the best predictor of which patients with severe…
Continue Reading Listener Questions Answered: Dr. Sanjay Gupta’s podcast for May 19
CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta goes through his inbox and answers some listeners’ questions about Covid-19. You can listen on…
Continue Reading The pandemic is testing sibling rivalry — and you
Is the pandemic taking sibling rivalry to another, more feral level? Or is so much enforced proximity building stronger bonds between sisters and…
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Staying safe isn’t just about hygiene and distance. It’s about time, too.
By now, you’ve likely heard the main pieces of advice to avoid the coronavirus. Wear a mask. Wash your hands with soap. Stay at least 6 feet…
Continue Reading ‘Treated as cargo:’ Stranded cruise ship crews recount desperation
Stuck at sea, with home and family far away, the cruise ship crew members who have yet to be repatriated in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic are…
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Coronavirus testing expands to rural areas in El Paso County
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The push to improve access to coronavirus testing is continuing in El Paso County. Mobile testing sites are launching in…
Continue Reading How to eat less meat and more plants
Whether you enjoy meat on a regular basis or savor a steak once in a while, one thing is true: Many people love meat. The average American consumes…
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Trump’s unorthodox treatment choice flies in the face of evidence
The fragile foundation of evidence-based reality shoring up Donald Trump’s life and presidency just got even more tenuous. Trump’s…
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The pastor of a northern California church that held a Mother’s Day livestream service has tested positive for coronavirus
The pastor of a northern California church has been diagnosed with the coronavirus after holding a Mother’s Day livestream service with…
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Trump says he is taking hydroxychloroquine though health experts question its effectiveness
President Donald Trump claimed Monday he is taking daily doses of hydroxychloroquine, a drug he’s long touted as a potential coronavirus cure…
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Texas Gov. Abbott delays further reopening in El Paso County due to virus spike
AUSTIN, Texas — Texas Gov. Greg Abbott announced Monday afternoon that he will delay further reopening in El Paso County as well as the Texas…
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Favorite spot for El Paso tea enthusiasts shuts doors due to loses during pandemic
EL PASO, Texas — For five years, the Tea Spout and Matcha Bar has been providing tea enthusiasts their fix in west El Paso. The shop will now be…
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‘Close to reaching capacity’: UMC plans for patient overflow as El Paso virus cases surge
EL PASO, Texas — University Medical Center, which is handling the majority of Covid-19 hospitalizations in El Paso, has disclosed that it is now…
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