Coronavirus capable of traveling 16 feet, according to Univ. of Florida researchers
Researchers at the University of Florida have conducted a study that shows coronavirus can travel up to 16 feet, and that it is still capable of infection at that distance. The team said their findings "strengthen the notion that airborne transmission of viable SARS-CoV-2 is likely and plays a critical role in the spread of COVID-19.”
Researchers at the University of Florida have conducted a study that shows coronavirus can travel up to 16 feet, and that it is still capable of infection at that distance. The team said their findings "strengthen the notion that airborne transmission of viable SARS-CoV-2 is likely and plays a critical role in the spread of COVID-19.”
CDC says masks with exhalation valves do not prevent spread of COVID-19
The CDC updated its guidance on facial coverings, warning people against wearing masks with exhalation valves or vents, saying they allow air to exhale from the masks, potentially transmitting infectious respiratory droplets to others.
The CDC updated its guidance on facial coverings, warning people against wearing masks with exhalation valves or vents, saying they allow air to exhale from the masks, potentially transmitting infectious respiratory droplets to others.
Small businesses 'enriched' with loans and grants
You can find a lot of things to spice up your cocktails at 1821 Bitters.
You can find a lot of things to spice up your cocktails at 1821 Bitters.
Study: Wearing neck gaiters as mask may increase risk of COVID-19 spread
A recent study by Duke University researchers showed that while some masks are effective in helping prevent COVID-19 spread, others — like neck gaiters — do not appear to provide much benefit, and could potentially increase the risk of spreading the coronavirus through respiratory droplets.
A recent study by Duke University researchers showed that while some masks are effective in helping prevent COVID-19 spread, others — like neck gaiters — do not appear to provide much benefit, and could potentially increase the risk of spreading the coronavirus through respiratory droplets.
Johns Hopkins: More than 750,000 people have died from COVID-19 across the world
There are more than 20 million confirmed COVID-19 cases worldwide and over 5 million in the United States alone, according to Johns Hopkins.
There are more than 20 million confirmed COVID-19 cases worldwide and over 5 million in the United States alone, according to Johns Hopkins.
Chicken wings imported to China from Brazil tested positive for COVID-19, Chinese authorities say
Shenzhen authorities reminded people to remain cautious when buying imported frozen meat and seafood products.
Shenzhen authorities reminded people to remain cautious when buying imported frozen meat and seafood products.
University of Minnesota 1st in U.S. to open clinical trial to treat inflammation related to COVID-19
The University of Minnesota announced Thursday the first patient with severe COVID-19 and lung failure has been treated on a new clinical trial that will test the effect of three doses of mesenchymal stem cells on the body's inflammatory response to COVID-19.
The University of Minnesota announced Thursday the first patient with severe COVID-19 and lung failure has been treated on a new clinical trial that will test the effect of three doses of mesenchymal stem cells on the body's inflammatory response to COVID-19.
Second stimulus checks may not go out until September as relief talks drag on
A stalemate over the next coronavirus aid package appears likely to drag on for weeks, possibly into September.
A stalemate over the next coronavirus aid package appears likely to drag on for weeks, possibly into September.
Stuggling Cobb County businesses given a lifeline in the nick of time
Hundreds of small businesses received some much needed financial assistance as they try to stay afloat during the pandemic.
Hundreds of small businesses received some much needed financial assistance as they try to stay afloat during the pandemic.
Infectious disease experts say it may take 1 year for COVID-19 vaccine to be widely available after approval
According to a survey from InCrowd, a medical research company, a majority of infectious disease experts believed it would likely take as long as a year before a coronavirus vaccine is widely available to the public after the vaccine’s approval.
According to a survey from InCrowd, a medical research company, a majority of infectious disease experts believed it would likely take as long as a year before a coronavirus vaccine is widely available to the public after the vaccine’s approval.
Study suggests people think mask wearers are more trustworthy, but more likely to be ill
A recent study suggests that people find mask wearers to be more trustworthy and socially desirable, despite being seen as ill.
A recent study suggests that people find mask wearers to be more trustworthy and socially desirable, despite being seen as ill.
UCSF scientists develop nasal spray that could provide coronavirus protection
Scientists are hoping to make AeroNabs widely available as an inexpensive, over-the-counter medication to prevent or treat COVID-19.
Scientists are hoping to make AeroNabs widely available as an inexpensive, over-the-counter medication to prevent or treat COVID-19.
2 doctors, father and son, die weeks apart after treating COVID-19 patients in Florida
The two men were respected figures in the Miami medical community.
The two men were respected figures in the Miami medical community.
DeKalb County homeowners to see relief on property taxes
Homeowners in DeKalb County will soon see some relief on their property taxes. About $119 million in relied
Homeowners in DeKalb County will soon see some relief on their property taxes. About $119 million in relied
Democrats, White House remain at odds as talks on COVID-19 relief stall
The White House’s top negotiator is trying to revive stalled talks over coronavirus aid. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin reached out to the Democratic leaders Wednesday.
The White House’s top negotiator is trying to revive stalled talks over coronavirus aid. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin reached out to the Democratic leaders Wednesday.
In a first, Airbnb takes action against guest for party
The San Francisco-based home sharing company said Wednesday it is initiating legal proceedings against a guest who held an unauthorized party at a home in Sacramento County.
The San Francisco-based home sharing company said Wednesday it is initiating legal proceedings against a guest who held an unauthorized party at a home in Sacramento County.
North Carolina dog diagnosed with COVID-19 dies
While the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said in June that dogs, cats and a few other animals types are able to contract COVID-19, it is rare for animals to pass it on to their owners or vice versa.
While the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said in June that dogs, cats and a few other animals types are able to contract COVID-19, it is rare for animals to pass it on to their owners or vice versa.
US budget deficit climbs to record $2.81 trillion
The Treasury Department says the U.S. budget deficit climbed to $2.81 trillion in the first 10 months of the budget year.
The Treasury Department says the U.S. budget deficit climbed to $2.81 trillion in the first 10 months of the budget year.
Some parents reporting children are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms lasting months
As increasing evidence emerges that the novel coronavirus is unlike most respiratory illnesses, varying degrees of symptoms are appearing in patients, ranging from mild to severe — with some lasting months — in both adults and children.
As increasing evidence emerges that the novel coronavirus is unlike most respiratory illnesses, varying degrees of symptoms are appearing in patients, ranging from mild to severe — with some lasting months — in both adults and children.
Emory Sports Cardiologist discusses athlete's heart risks following COVID-19
FOX 5’s Justin Felder spoke with Dr. Jonathan Kim who is the Chief of Sports Cardiology at Emory University to find out more about the condition and how COVID-19 might create a heart issue with athletes.
FOX 5’s Justin Felder spoke with Dr. Jonathan Kim who is the Chief of Sports Cardiology at Emory University to find out more about the condition and how COVID-19 might create a heart issue with athletes.