A surprising way you may risk getting Covid-19
Much of what we understand about the transmission of infectious diseases is derived from odd outbreaks in far-flung places. For example, we learned…
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Social media rules. That’s bad in a pandemic
Popular social media posts are filled with inaccuracies about science. They could damage public health during this coronavirus pandemic, the authors…
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El Paso couple that recovered from virus have message for other survivors: Please donate plasma
(Editor’s note: For more information how to donate plasma, please click here.) EL PASO, Texas — The virus that has crippled the U.S. economy and…
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Where are the Borderland’s largest known virus outbreaks? Detention and psychiatric centers
EL PASO, Texas — The Texas Department of Criminal Justice says a coronavirus outbreak at El Paso’s Rogelio Sanchez State Jail has now grown to…
Continue Reading Pandemic jerk: A new kind of bad behavior
Enforcing social distancing isn’t easy, even when you’re simply trying to serve people ice cream. That’s what Cape Cod’s Mark…
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The Future of Surveillance: Dr. Sanjay Gupta’s podcast for May 15
Mobile apps, QR codes, facial recognition. Everyone is looking to technology for help in this pandemic, but some experts worry that this could…
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The number of new coronavirus cases is going down in 28 states as reopening efforts continue
The number of new coronavirus cases reported each day is going down in more than half of US states, according to an analysis of data from Johns…
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Officials raise concerns about CDC counting systems
The public health system by which Covid-19 deaths are reported to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is “antiquated” and…
Continue Reading Science speeds up during coronavirus pandemic — but at what cost?
Every day we learn something new about Covid-19 — like how the virus can damage organs outside the lungs, or how some kids can become severely…
Continue Reading Moths play a vital role in pollinating flowers and plants, new research suggests
Moths have long been seen as the annoying creatures that leave holes in your clothes. But new research suggests that those pesky insects have been…
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Trump unveils new vaccine effort
WASHINGTON, DC — President Donald Trump, whose prediction of a coronavirus vaccine by year’s end outpaces the outlook given by most…
Continue Reading Dear Grandma, read this before you visit the little ones
Dear Grandma, We know you’re itching to see your grandkids after spending the last few weeks in isolation. But a visit with family may not be…
Continue Reading CDC publishes flowcharts to help communities and businesses weighing whether to reopen
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention published six “decision trees” Thursday aimed at helping businesses, communities,…
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5 takeaways from Rick Bright’s House hearing
Rick Bright, who filed a whistleblower complaint after being removed from his position as head of the agency in charge of pandemic response,…
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The focus is shifting from trying to eliminate coronavirus to reducing the risks, a doctor says
The US appears to be changing its strategy from trying to completely eliminate coronavirus to reducing infection risks as the nation reopens, a…
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‘Dramatic spike’: More virus deaths, 151 new cases in El Paso on Texas’ deadliest day
EL PASO, Texas — Texas saw its deadliest day of the coronavirus pandemic so far, with state officials reporting 58 deaths during a time span…
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‘Disease Detectives’: How investigators work behind-the-scenes to track the virus
EL PASO, Texas — The fight against Covid-19 has sent healthcare workers into battle against an enemy they cannot see. Fernando Gonzalez’s job is to…
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El Paso County working with school districts to expand virus testing
EL PASO, Texas — As the battle over Covid-19 continues in the Borderland the need for more testing continues to be a talking point. Recently, the…
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Mexico reports largest 1-day rise in virus cases
MEXICO CITY, Mexico — Mexico has just reported its largest one-day rise in coronavirus cases, with 2,409. Assistant Health Secretary Hugo…
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Las Cruces business owners who must stay closed are ‘disappointed’ with governor’s decision
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — Beginning Friday, the Land of Enchantment moves towards the “slight reopening” of the state. Businesses like retail, call…
Continue Reading CDC warns doctors about childhood illness linked to Covid-19
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a health advisory to thousands of doctors across the country Thursday, advising them to be…
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CDC warns doctors about childhood illness linked to Covid-19
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a health advisory to thousands of doctors across the country Thursday, advising them to be…
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New coronavirus case counts are going down in almost half of US states. But it’s too soon to celebrate
First, the good news: In 24 states, the number of new coronavirus cases reported each day is generally going down. In 17 states, the numbers are…
Continue Reading New coronavirus case counts are going down in almost half of US states. But it’s too soon to celebrate
First, the good news: In 24 states, the number of new coronavirus cases reported each day is generally going down. In 17 states, the numbers are…
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‘This is the busiest we have been’: Weekly check-in with UMC’s Dr. Jose Burgos
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — In an effort to deliver the most comprehensive coronavirus coverage, ABC-7 has started a weekly feature where we ask Dr.…
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An 8-year-old boy with coronavirus antibodies went into cardiac arrest. His brother’s CPR saved his life
An 8-year-old boy was rescued by his teen brother’s quick thinking after going into cardiac arrest at home, his family says, following what…
Continue Reading California tells hospitals to consider having a lottery for sought-after Covid-19 drug
All 50 states should have received shipments of the Covid-19 drug remdesivir earlier this week, according to audio obtained by CNN of a call between…
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California tells hospitals to consider having a lottery for sought-after Covid-19 drug
All 50 states should have received shipments of the Covid-19 drug remdesivir earlier this week, according to audio obtained by CNN of a call between…
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Otero County records 1st virus death, among 11 new fatalities across New Mexico
SANTA FE, New Mexico — A woman in her 50s who died in the hospital of coronavirus has become Otero County’s first Covid-19 fatality, New Mexico…
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El Paso’s singing doctor has an important musical message to share about the virus
EL PASO, Texas — By day, Dr. Bruce Applebaum is a trauma surgeon at Providence Hospital in El Paso. But in his spare time, he can be found at…
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