Johns Hopkins University immunology specialist debunks common face mask myths
Are masks safe to wear while exercising? What happens when your mask gets wet from sweat? Should babies wear a mask? Immunology Specialist Dr. Andrew Pekosz with Johns Hopkins University answered some common questions about face coverings and debunked some myths during his appearance on Good Day LA Monday.
Are masks safe to wear while exercising? What happens when your mask gets wet from sweat? Should babies wear a mask? Immunology Specialist Dr. Andrew Pekosz with Johns Hopkins University answered some common questions about face coverings and debunked some myths during his appearance on Good Day LA Monday.
Fauci expresses doubts over potential COVID-19 vaccine efficacy in US due to anti-vaxxers
“So we have a lot of work to do because as you well know... there is a general anti-science, anti-authority, anti-vaccine feeling among some people in this country, an alarmingly large percentage of people, relatively speaking," Fauci said.
“So we have a lot of work to do because as you well know... there is a general anti-science, anti-authority, anti-vaccine feeling among some people in this country, an alarmingly large percentage of people, relatively speaking," Fauci said.
COVID-19 infection triggers growth of arm-like tentacles in cells, microscope images show
New electron microscope images released in a study from a team of researchers led by scientists at the University of California, San Francisco appear to show cells infected with COVID-19 growing arm-like tentacles to infect other cells.
New electron microscope images released in a study from a team of researchers led by scientists at the University of California, San Francisco appear to show cells infected with COVID-19 growing arm-like tentacles to infect other cells.
Coronavirus treatment Remdesivir to cost $3,120 for US patients with private insurance
Gilead Sciences Inc. announced its pricing for the coronavirus drug Remdesivir, stating it will charge hospitals $3,120 for a patient in the U.S. with private insurance.
Gilead Sciences Inc. announced its pricing for the coronavirus drug Remdesivir, stating it will charge hospitals $3,120 for a patient in the U.S. with private insurance.
Coronavirus pandemic leads to surgery delays
Nando Hogan says everyone kept asking him if he was nervous about his surgery to remove some broken pieces of bone from his knee.
Nando Hogan says everyone kept asking him if he was nervous about his surgery to remove some broken pieces of bone from his knee.
Amazon, Lowe’s give 'thank you' bonuses to front-line US employees as coronavirus cases surge
The bonuses to employees come as the U.S. is seeing about 40,000 new confirmed cases per day.
The bonuses to employees come as the U.S. is seeing about 40,000 new confirmed cases per day.
EU finalizing coronavirus 'safe list,' US unlikely to make the cut
EU envoys in Brussels worked over the weekend to narrow down the exact criteria for countries to be included, mostly centered on their ability to manage the spread of the disease. Importantly, the countries are also expected to drop any travel restrictions they have imposed on European citizens.
EU envoys in Brussels worked over the weekend to narrow down the exact criteria for countries to be included, mostly centered on their ability to manage the spread of the disease. Importantly, the countries are also expected to drop any travel restrictions they have imposed on European citizens.
Georgia reports its highest daily total of COVID-19 cases
Georgia reported more than 2,200 additional COVID-19 cases Sunday, a new high of daily reported cases as confirmed infections continue to rise.
Georgia reported more than 2,200 additional COVID-19 cases Sunday, a new high of daily reported cases as confirmed infections continue to rise.
Gov. Ron DeSantis says he will not make face masks mandatory, says it would 'backfire'
He advised residents to continue to be vigilant and avoid crowds if you can.
He advised residents to continue to be vigilant and avoid crowds if you can.
Coronavirus deaths top 500K globally, more than 10M cases, according to Johns Hopkins
The milestone comes at a time when new confirmed cases are surging in different parts of the world, causing some government leaders to question their decisions to reopen.
The milestone comes at a time when new confirmed cases are surging in different parts of the world, causing some government leaders to question their decisions to reopen.
Data shows spike in Gwinnett County confirmed COVID-19 cases, but no new statewide restrictions
Gwinnett County added nearly 250 new confirmed coronavirus cases in the 24 hours leading into late Friday afternoon as the state sees the largest single-day additions of new confirmed cases to their cumulative total, according to new data released Friday afternoon by the Georgia Department of Public Health.
Gwinnett County added nearly 250 new confirmed coronavirus cases in the 24 hours leading into late Friday afternoon as the state sees the largest single-day additions of new confirmed cases to their cumulative total, according to new data released Friday afternoon by the Georgia Department of Public Health.
Pence cancels planned bus tour of Florida after coronavirus cases surge
Vice President Mike Pence is cancelling a planned "Great American Comeback" bus tour of Florida as the number of coronavirus cases there surges.
Vice President Mike Pence is cancelling a planned "Great American Comeback" bus tour of Florida as the number of coronavirus cases there surges.
Dr. Deborah Birx says President Trump never requested slow-down in coronavirus testing
At his Tulsa, Oklahoma rally on June 20, President Trump ignited a firestorm of controversy when he suggested a slow down in coronavirus testing.
At his Tulsa, Oklahoma rally on June 20, President Trump ignited a firestorm of controversy when he suggested a slow down in coronavirus testing.
Georgia lawmakers adopt $26B budget
Georgia lawmakers agreed Friday to a budget that promises sharp cuts but is supposed to avoid unpaid employee furloughs and layoffs in one of the closing acts of the 2020 session of the General Assembly.
Georgia lawmakers agreed Friday to a budget that promises sharp cuts but is supposed to avoid unpaid employee furloughs and layoffs in one of the closing acts of the 2020 session of the General Assembly.
Health officials ask people to evaluate risk before going to crowded bars, clubs
As the number of new confirmed cases of the Coronavirus continue to rise in Georgia, health officials are asking people to be extra precautious about their activities.
As the number of new confirmed cases of the Coronavirus continue to rise in Georgia, health officials are asking people to be extra precautious about their activities.
Florida suspending any alcohol consumption at bars statewide due to rise in COVID-19 cases
The news came minutes after Florida reported nearly 9,000 new coronavirus cases, a new record for daily increases. Officials have said the number of cases is surging among young adults, which could endanger those who are most vulnerable to the virus.
The news came minutes after Florida reported nearly 9,000 new coronavirus cases, a new record for daily increases. Officials have said the number of cases is surging among young adults, which could endanger those who are most vulnerable to the virus.
If you’ve been to a South Carolina beach, health officials say you should get tested for COVID-19
Public health officials advised anyone who recently visited a beach in South Carolina to get tested for COVID-19.
Public health officials advised anyone who recently visited a beach in South Carolina to get tested for COVID-19.
$10.2M in COVID-19 test kits ordered by FEMA reportedly unusable, produced in ‘unsanitary conditions’
The Federal Emergency Management Agency is reportedly urging states not to use COVID-19 testing supplies that were manufactured by a Texas company known as Fillakit due to the fact that the plastic used to make the kits were produced in “unsanitary conditions.”
The Federal Emergency Management Agency is reportedly urging states not to use COVID-19 testing supplies that were manufactured by a Texas company known as Fillakit due to the fact that the plastic used to make the kits were produced in “unsanitary conditions.”
As virus grows, governors rely on misleading hospital data
Public health officials and experts say the heavy reliance on statewide hospital data is a misleading and sometimes irresponsible metric to justify keeping a state open.
Public health officials and experts say the heavy reliance on statewide hospital data is a misleading and sometimes irresponsible metric to justify keeping a state open.
CDC expands list of high-risk conditions for COVID-19 complications, removes age threshold
On Thursday, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention made revisions to its list of underlying medical conditions that put people at a higher risk of severe complications from the novel coronavirus.
On Thursday, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention made revisions to its list of underlying medical conditions that put people at a higher risk of severe complications from the novel coronavirus.