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Global Covid-19 vaccine confidence is rising, survey shows

February 3, 2021 5:59 PM CNN Newsource

Global vaccine confidence is rising, according to a survey released Wednesday showing that 54% of respondents across 15 countries would get a…

New Mexico health leaders say virus cases trend down, vaccines rise; 5 new deaths in southern counties

February 3, 2021 2:14 PM KVIA ABC-7, Associated Press

SANTA FE, New Mexico — New Mexico Health Secretary Dr. Tracie Collins and Human Services Secretary Dr. David Scrase shared encouraging news during…

World’s first face and hands transplant gives New Jersey man a second chance at life

February 3, 2021 4:42 PM CNN

It’s been more than two years since Joe Dimeo could smile. In July 2018, Dimeo, 20 at the time, fell asleep at the wheel of his car on Route 22…

Double masking for Covid-19 protection: A trend with a purpose

February 3, 2021 1:21 PM CNN Newsource

Layering your face is in — but not as a fashion statement. It may just save a life. Public health officials are suggesting double masking as a…

Development of new coronavirus vaccines may be hitting critical mass. Here’s how they work

February 3, 2021 12:08 PM CNN Newsource

Data on vaccines being tested by Johnson & Johnson and Novavax came out last week, and makers of AstraZeneca‘s vaccine and Russia’s…

AstraZeneca vaccine appears to substantially reduce transmission of the coronavirus, study shows

February 3, 2021 10:51 AM CNN Newsource

The Oxford-AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine appears to substantially reduce transmission of the virus, rather than simply preventing symptomatic…

A British teenager fell into a 10-month coma before the pandemic. Now he’s waking up in a new world

February 3, 2021 8:59 AM CNN

Joseph Flavill slipped out of one world and woke up in another. On March 1, 2020, when the 19-year-old was struck by a car in Staffordshire, central…

4 virus deaths, more than 400 new cases reported in El Paso

February 3, 2021 6:28 AM Mauricio Casillas

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Department of Public Health reported four coronavirus-related deaths and 416 new cases Wednesday morning. The…

Oxford/AstraZeneca vaccine may cut coronavirus transmission, UK researchers say

February 3, 2021 4:36 AM CNN Newsource

The Oxford-AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine may reduce transmission of the virus, rather than simply reducing the severity of disease, UK researchers…

I’ve had my Covid-19 vaccine — now what can I safely do? Your questions answered

February 3, 2021 4:21 AM CNN Newsource

The day has finally come. You’ve received the second dose of a Covid-19 vaccine currently on the Western market — Moderna,…

A personal meal plan can save your sanity this year

February 3, 2021 3:19 AM CNN Newsource

Even if you haven’t made resolutions this year, you might want to make an exception for meal planning. Think it’s impossible? The key…

More than 100,000 people have died of Covid-19 in the US since January 1, JHU data shows

February 3, 2021 12:31 AM CNN Newsource

More than 100,000 people have died of Covid-19 in the United States so far this year, according to Johns Hopkins University data. Since January 1,…

Here’s why some people test positive after getting a Covid-19 vaccine

February 2, 2021 9:14 PM CNN Newsource

A Covid-19 vaccine does not provide full or immediate protection, which means it’s still possible to get infected and test positive for the…

Coronavirus strain in UK picks up mutation that could impact vaccines, experts say

February 2, 2021 9:01 PM CNN Newsource

A mutation that could allow Covid-19 to escape antibody protection has now been found in samples of a rapidly spreading strain in the UK, according…

Southern New Mexico men in their 30s, 40s among new virus deaths

February 2, 2021 6:36 PM Jim Parker

SANTA FE, New Mexico – The New Mexico Department of Health reported 15 more Covid-19 deaths on Tuesday to raise the state’s fatality…

Over one-third of young adults misuse psychoactive medications, study says

February 2, 2021 4:36 PM CNN Newsource

Over one-third of young adults misuse their psychoactive prescription drugs, a new study has revealed. Some 34% of adults ages 18 to 25 misused their…

Experts split on delaying Covid-19 vaccine second doses. Here’s why

February 2, 2021 4:22 PM CNN Newsource

To help speed up Covid-19 vaccinations across the United States, especially among high-risk older adults, one idea continues to surface: Postpone…

Daily Covid-19 vaccinations are far outpacing daily reported cases. But there’s a catch

February 2, 2021 2:41 PM CNN Newsource

The number of people who have received at least one dose of the Covid-19 vaccine is now greater than the number of US Covid-19 cases reported during…

If your loved one is hesitant to get the Covid-19 vaccine, share this

February 2, 2021 11:07 AM CNN Newsource

Your loved ones are right to have questions about the Covid-19 vaccine — the American public hasn’t watched vaccine development this…

Animals unlikely to spread Covid-19 to humans, but precautions can help keep people and their pets safe, says CDC

February 2, 2021 8:41 AM CNN Newsource

There’s no evidence that animals are playing a significant role in the spread of coronavirus to humans, but precautions can help keep people…

Russia’s Sputnik V vaccine is 91.6% effective against symptomatic Covid-19, interim trial results suggest

February 2, 2021 7:33 AM CNN Newsource

After criticism last year for an early rollout, Russia’s Sputnik V vaccine is 91.6% effective against symptomatic Covid-19 and 100% effective…

Those who had Covid-19 could get reinfected if the variants become dominant, Fauci says

February 2, 2021 7:23 AM CNN Newsource

Even for those who have been infected with Covid-19, there is a “very high rate” of re-infection if the new variants become dominant, Dr.…

Man in his 30s among 17 virus deaths reported in El Paso

February 2, 2021 6:38 AM Mauricio Casillas

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Health Department announced 17 coronavirus-related deaths Tuesday morning. Health officials clarified that these…

Research suggests poor oral health could lead to worse Covid-19 outcomes

February 2, 2021 4:45 AM Madeline Ottilie

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Poor oral health could lead to worse outcomes among Covid-19 patients. A study, published in the Journal of the California…

5 ways to replace food rewards for fitness motivation

February 2, 2021 2:51 AM CNN Newsource

Healthy milestones offer a moment to celebrate victories, no matter how small. Positive reinforcement, such as rewarding yourself with a treat, plays…

What’s your gender? I prefer not to say

February 2, 2021 2:47 AM CNN Newsource

When it comes to filling out a form, I can write my name and address and birth date on autopilot without pause. But when I get to the gender…

‘Groundhog Day,’ the movie’s final life lessons for our perpetual pandemic

February 2, 2021 2:41 AM CNN Newsource

“What would you do if you were stuck in one place, and every day was exactly the same, and nothing that you did mattered?” That’s…

Democratic Party demands state, city audits of El Paso’s ‘unacceptable’ vaccination efforts

February 1, 2021 3:08 PM Saul Saenz

EL PASO, Texas — The El Paso County Democratic Party chairperson on Monday called for both state and city investigative audits into El Paso’s…

3 Doña Ana County women among latest virus deaths; New Mexico touts vaccinations

February 1, 2021 8:34 PM Associated Press, KVIA ABC-7

SANTA FE, New Mexico — Confirmed Covid-19 cases in New Mexico since the pandemic began last year have topped 174,550, with an additional 487 cases…

City of El Paso makes push to centralize vaccine registration process with UMC

February 1, 2021 8:13 PM JC Navarrete

EL PASO, Texas — The state of Texas recognizes two major vaccination hubs in El Paso, with one being the City of El Paso and the other being El Paso…