Juárez now has 113 virus deaths, but officials warning of spike in Chihuahua city
CIUDAD JUAREZ, Mexico — The death toll from the coronavirus in Juarez grew by one person on Sunday to 113, Chihuahua state health officials said.…
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Health officials warn against Mother’s Day gatherings as coronavirus infections and deaths rise
If you love your mom, consider staying away from her this Mother’s Day. Health officials are warning Americans to avoid celebrating…
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It can still be hard to get a coronavirus test — and that’s not the only problem
The coronavirus pandemic is nowhere near to being over, yet states are starting to ease restrictions to try to avert economic disaster. Public health…
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It can still be hard to get a coronavirus test — and that’s not the only problem
The coronavirus pandemic is nowhere near to being over, yet states are starting to ease restrictions to try to avert economic disaster. Public health…
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US health officials warn against Mother’s Day gatherings while coronavirus death toll nears 79,000
Health officials across the country are warning Americans to refrain from celebrating Mother’s Day in large crowds this year, urging that…
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Las Cruces outlines plan for re-opening parks
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — All Las Cruces parks remain closed for Mother’s Day weekend, but some may open in the weeks to come. At this week’s special…
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Texas Tech holds virtual commencement to graduate healthcare workers at time of pandemic
EL PASO, Texas — El Paso’s next generation of healers graduated virtually on Saturday, entering a field where thousands of healthcare workers are…
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El Paso reports 46 new virus cases, top doctor warns of Mother’s Day ‘danger’
EL PASO, Texas — The El Paso Department of Public Health reported 46 new coronavirus cases on Saturday evening, as significant daily double-digit…
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3 New York youths died of an inflammatory syndrome that could be connected to coronavirus, governor says
An inflammatory illness recently observed in dozens of New York children — one that state health officials say may be linked to Covid-19…
Continue Reading 3 New York youths died of an inflammatory syndrome that could be connected to coronavirus, governor says
An inflammatory illness recently observed in dozens of New York children — one that state health officials say may be linked to Covid-19…
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Dr. Fauci to begin ‘modified quarantine’ after contact with virus-positive White House staffer
WASHINGTON, DC — Dr. Anthony Fauci, the director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases and member of the White…
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Doña Ana County tops 200 virus cases; Otero ICE facility has 19 migrants infected
SANTA FE, New Mexico — New Mexico has recorded another 105 coronavirus cases, pushing the statewide total to 4,778 on Saturday. In Doña Ana…
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Virus deaths increase to 112 in Juárez, 142 in Chihuahua state
CIUDAD JUAREZ, Mexico — After a day with just one fatality, the number of deaths from coronavirus in Juárez jumped by seven to 112 on Saturday,…
Continue Reading Study shows Covid-19 patients who took heartburn drug were less likely to die, but researchers caution more research is needed
Patients who took a common heartburn medicine while hospitalized for Covid-19 were more than twice as likely to survive the infection, according to a…
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Deaths in Texas from Covid-19 increase to 1,049
AUSTIN, Texas — The number of Covid-19-related deaths reported in Texas increased by 45 on Saturday to a total of 1,049, state health officials…
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Allies despair as Trump abandons America’s leadership role at a time of global crisis
The United States has scaled back its role on the world stage, taken actions that are undermining efforts to battle the coronavirus pandemic and left…
Continue Reading For the first time, scientists can see how the brain records our memories as we sleep
Scientists have long known our brains need sleep to review the day’s events and transfer them into longer-term memories. Students are often…
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Pandemic parenting advice from a single mom
The coronavirus pandemic has presented many of us with an overwhelming amount of stress — but for a single parent juggling multiple roles, the…
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2 new El Paso virus deaths occur along with biggest case spike yet
EL PASO, Texas — El Paso health officials reported the biggest spike in coronavirus cases of the pandemic thus far, with 86 new infections Friday…
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Gov. Abbott tells ABC-7 that virus is ‘contained’ – even as Texas passes grim 1,000 death milestone
EL PASO, Texas — Gov. Greg Abbott, in an interview with ABC-7, maintained coronavirus growth “is very slow and very contained” throughout Texas and…
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El Paso leaders warn against social gatherings this Mother’s Day weekend
EL PASO, Texas — It goes without saying El Paso is a family oriented city, especially when it comes to our mothers. However, local leaders say the…
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Tensions and backlash mount as US coronavirus reopenings reveal a new way of life
With nearly all states partially reopened this week, backlash and frustrations are growing as Americans struggle with ways to combat the deadly…
Continue Reading Tensions and backlash mount as US coronavirus reopenings reveal a new way of life
With nearly all states partially reopened this week, backlash and frustrations are growing as Americans struggle with ways to combat the deadly…
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Ivanka Trump’s personal assistant tests positive for coronavirus
WASHINGTON, DC — Ivanka Trump’s personal assistant has tested positive for coronavirus, a source familiar with the matter told CNN. The…
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How Covid-19 self-administered nasal swab testing works
EL PASO, Texas — Self-administered coronavirus testing is now available in El Paso for those who qualify. Thanks to a partnership with Walmart and…
Continue Reading Triple drug therapy helps coronavirus patients recover more quickly, study finds
A combination of three antiviral drugs plus an immune system booster seemed to help patients recover more quickly from coronavirus infections,…
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Triple drug therapy helps coronavirus patients recover more quickly, study finds
A combination of three antiviral drugs plus an immune system booster seemed to help patients recover more quickly from coronavirus infections,…
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‘We need to do something’: Las Cruces City Council will soon vote on making masks mandatory in city
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — The Las Cruces City Council on Friday signaled that it will soon vote on whether to require all residents of the city to…
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Doña Ana County virus cases surpass 200 as New Mexico surges
SANTA FE, New Mexico — New Mexico health officials said Friday that another 181 coronavirus cases have been confirmed, pushing the statewide total…
Continue Reading Childhood vaccinations plunge since Covid-19 pandemic started, CDC says
Childhood vaccinations have plunged since the Covid-19 pandemic began spreading through the United States, the US Centers for Disease Control and…
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