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Latest on the worldwide spread of coronavirus

Tue, 2020-10-20 15:02 — mike kraft

Latest on the worldwide spread of coronavirus France reported a massive jump in people hospitalized with COVID-19 and Ireland announced some of Europe's toughest restrictions, while India posted its lowest daily coronavirus caseload in nearly three months. Reuters Staff U.S.

(Reuters) - France reported a massive jump in people hospitalized with COVID-19 and Ireland announced some of Europe’s toughest restrictions, while India posted its lowest daily coronavirus caseload in nearly three months.

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As covid-19 cases surge, global study paints grim picture for elder-care homes

Sat, 2020-10-17 16:27 — mike kraft

As covid-19 cases surge, global study paints grim picture for elder-care homes Across 26 countries, residents of long-term-care facilities accounted for an average of 47 percent of all covid-19 deaths. Adam Taylor Washington Post

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People with Type O blood may be less likely to get the coronavirus or develop severe complications-- new studies

Fri, 2020-10-16 15:19 — mike kraft

People with Type O blood may be less likely to get the coronavirus or develop severe complications, new studies suggest Research is coalescing around the idea that one blood type — type O — is linked to a lower risk of coronavirus infection and less severe cases. YahooNews

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Countries turn to rapid antigen tests to contain second wave of COVID-19

Tue, 2020-10-13 22:08 — mike kraft

Countries turn to rapid antigen tests to contain second wave of COVID-19 Countries straining to contain a second wave of COVID-19 are turning to faster, cheaper but less accurate tests to avoid the delays and shortages that have plagued efforts to diagnose and trace those infected quickly. John Miller, Caroline Copley U.S.

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WHO reports record one-day rise in global coronavirus cases amid European outbreak

Thu, 2020-10-08 21:55 — mike kraft

WHO reports record one-day rise in global coronavirus cases amid European outbreak The World Health Organization reported a record one-day increase in global coronavirus cases on Thursday, with the total rising by 338,779 in 24 hours led by a surge of infections in Europe. Lisa Shumaker U.S.

(Reuters) - The World Health Organization reported a record one-day increase in global coronavirus cases on Thursday, with the total rising by 338,779 in 24 hours led by a surge of infections in Europe.

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COVID-19 and Illicit Trade: When Organized Crime and Terrorists Profit from the Pandemic

Wed, 2020-09-30 01:57 — mike kraft

COVID-19 and Illicit Trade: When Organized Crime and Terrorists Profit from the Pandemic - Homeland Security Today Criminals have been quick to capitalize on these opportunities, perpetuating illicit activity when governments, industry and the general public are most vulnerable. Homeland Security Today

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UK Government poised to amend regulations to allow use of unlicensed vaccine

Tue, 2020-09-29 22:46 — mike kraft

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Trudeau: Canada already in second wave of coronavirus

Thu, 2020-09-24 15:17 — mike kraft

Trudeau: Canada already in second wave of coronavirus Warning comes as Canadian Covid-19 cases climb higher, a setback that follows the country’s success in flattening the curve earlier in the pandemic Andy Blatchford POLITICO

OTTAWA — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is warning Canadians that the second wave has arrived in many parts of the country.

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An expert’s take on what the U.S., U.K did wrong in Covid-19 communications — and what others did right

Fri, 2020-09-18 17:04 — mike kraft

What the U.S. did wrong on Covid-19 — and what others did right When it comes to public health communications and Covid-19, an expert sees clear differences between countries around the world. Rebecca Robbins STAT

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Canada reports zero COVID-19 deaths for first time since March

Sun, 2020-09-13 17:23 — mike kraft

Canada reports zero COVID-19 deaths for first time since March Canada reported zero COVID-19 deaths in the past 24 hours for the first time since March 15, according to public health agency data released late on Friday. Reuters Staff U.S.

TORONTO (Reuters) - Canada reported zero COVID-19 deaths in the past 24 hours for the first time since March 15, according to public health agency data released late on Friday.

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