If the United States were my patient: We aren’t ready to celebrate yet
Back in the middle of May, I wrote an essay titled “If the United States were my patient,” pondering what it would be like if the United…
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A 24-year-old Covid-19 survivor is celebrating a different kind of independence this July Fourth
On Saturday, as people across the country celebrate America’s independence, Shakell Avery will celebrate a different kind of freedom. Freedom…
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2 Texas counties urge residents to shelter in place as hospitals reach capacity due to virus
Hospitals in at least two Texas counties are at full capacity heading into the Fourth of July holiday weekend, with county judges urging residents to…
Continue Reading Military vets and fireworks: It’s a complicated relationship
Marine Corps veteran Brian Vargas is still triggered by the sound of fireworks. A Purple Heart recipient, Vargas has endured over 200 medical…
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EPCC trustee now hospitalized for Covid-19 after losing both mother, father to virus
UPDATE – July 3: EPCC trustee Bonnie Soria Najera is now hospitalized due to Covid-19, she confirmed to ABC-7 on Friday night. She was admitted…
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US reports over 50,000 new coronavirus cases for third straight day
As Americans find some beaches closed and Fourth of July fireworks scarce, authorities fear the holiday weekend may worsen the already ravaging…
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El Paso police, fire, sheriff’s deputies to enforce Texas face mask mandate & issue fines
El PASO, Texas — The Covid-19 compliance task force, made up of El Paso police, fire, county sheriff’s office, and environmental services plan to…
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Las Cruces expands on New Mexico face mask order: City to fine businesses as state fines people
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — Las Cruces Mayor Ken Miyagashima issued an emergency proclamation Friday that expands upon the face mask order issued by…
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TTUHSC nurse practitioner who worked at virus-infected Sanchez State Jail dies from Covid-19
EL PASO, Texas — A nurse practitioner for Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center who worked at the Rogelio Sanchez State Jail, home to a…
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Doña Ana County, Otero Prison have 2 of New Mexico’s 8 new virus deaths; Doña Ana tops 1,000 cases
SANTA FE, New Mexico — A woman in her 90s from Doña Ana County and a man in his 50s at the Otero County Prison were among eight new coronavirus…
Continue Reading Think of my babies in the NICU, and wear the mask
My twin boys were supposed to be born in June, but they had other plans. I went into early labor in March, just as the coronavirus was sweeping into…
Continue Reading How to celebrate a fun Fourth of July at home
A combination of factors could make the Fourth of July a “perfect storm” of coronavirus infections, warned one doctor — but only…
Continue Reading Study finds hydroxychloroquine may have boosted survival, but other researchers have doubts
A surprising new study found the controversial antimalarial drug hydroxychloroquine helped patients better survive in the hospital. But the findings,…
Continue Reading An 11-year-old boy is Florida’s youngest person to die from Covid-19 complications
An 11-year-old boy from Miami-Dade County has died from Covid-19 complications, according to the Florida Department of Health, making him the…
Continue Reading Study confirms new version of coronavirus spreads faster, but doesn’t make people sicker
A global study has found strong evidence that a new form of the coronavirus has spread from Europe to the US. The new mutation makes the virus more…
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El Paso physician offers tips for preventing heat-related illness this summer
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Dr. Blake Busey with Texas Tech Physicians of El Paso offers tips for preventing heat-related illness and injuries on ABC-7…
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Traveling this summer? Get safety tips from an infectious disease expert
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — As summer continues, many may be eager to head out-of-town and take a vacation. A local infectious disease specialist with…
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3 new virus deaths as hospitalizations soar in El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The El Paso Department of Public Health on Friday reported three additional coronavirus deaths and 276 new cases, the second…
Continue Reading The US, Brazil and others lifted lockdowns early. These charts show just how deadly that decision was
Patience in lifting coronavirus restrictions is paying off all over the world, but lifting lockdowns too early can have deadly consequences. A CNN…
Continue Reading Pets and fireworks: how to keep your animals calm and safe on July 4
Fireworks explode like magnified gunfire in the exquisitely sensitive ears of many of our pets. Measuring between 150 and 175 decibels, fireworks are…
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These moms wore masks while giving birth. You can wear one to the grocery store, they say
When Valeri Hedges was delivering her daughter, Adrienne, she didn’t really notice the face mask she had to wear to protect herself and the…
Continue Reading Another day of record coronavirus cases as more states rethink mask mandate
The United States saw a record number of new coronavirus cases in a single day Thursday, with 51,504 reported, according to Johns Hopkins…
Continue Reading India opens one of the world’s largest hospitals to fight coronavirus
India has opened one of the largest hospitals in the world to help fight coronavirus, as health authorities announced the country’s biggest…
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Gov. Abbott orders Texans to wear masks in public or face $250 fine
AUSTIN, Texas — Gov. Greg Abbott issued a nearly statewide mask mandate Thursday as Texas scrambles to get its coronavirus surge under…
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El Paso hits extreme high in virus hospitalizations as available ICU beds dwindle
EL PASO, Texas — State health officials late Thursday afternoon reported that only 28 intensive care unit beds and 388 hospital beds are available…
Continue Reading Coronavirus vaccines: ‘Encouraging’ early data for some, a trial delay for another and more research ahead
Scientists around the world are racing to develop Covid-19 vaccines and there’s news almost daily about steps forward — this week, there…
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Doña Ana County just shy of 1,000 virus cases; El Paso outpaces all of New Mexico in new cases
SANTA FE, New Mexico — Coronavirus infections in New Mexico rose by 248 on Wednesday to 12,520, led by Bernalillo (97) and Doña Ana (42) counties -…
Continue Reading Indoor vs. outside dining: Which restaurant tables are safer?
Americans are flocking to their favorite restaurants again, especially those that have set up outdoor and indoor seating that follows the rules of…
Continue Reading El Paso extends virus testing, moves to online scheduling following ABC-7 report on phone frustrations
EL PASO, Texas — El Paso officials announced plans Thursday to extend free coronavirus testing at various locations around the city and county…
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‘We’re seeing more young people coming in’: 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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