WHO stands by recommendation to not wear masks if not sick
"There is no specific evidence to suggest that the wearing of masks by the mass population has any potential benefit. In fact, there's some evidence to suggest the opposite in the misuse of wearing a mask properly or fitting it properly," Dr. Mike Ryan, executive director of the WHO health emergencies program, said at a media briefing in Geneva, Switzerland, on Monday.6 years ago
Trump administration rules gun shops ‘essential’ amid virus
The Trump administration has issued an advisory ruling calling gun shops “essential” businesses that should remain open during stay-at-home directives.6 years ago
‘Please come help us’: New York begs for medical workers
New York's governor has put out an urgent plea for medical volunteers as coronavirus deaths in New York City mount and hospitals are overwhelmed.6 years ago
How dire projections, grim images dashed Trump’s Easter plan
President Donald Trump backed away from his hopes for an Easter rebirth for the nation's economy after doctors presented him with grim projections on the coronavirus pandemic.6 years ago
A MN trooper pulled over a doctor for speeding. Then he gave her his N95 medical masks
A Minnesota state trooper moved a doctor to tears when he turned what should have been a speeding ticket into a heartwarming act of kindness.6 years ago
What is coronavirus and Covid-19? An explainer
What is the coronavirus or COVID-19? Here are some answers about what this virus is, where it came from and why it's so viral.6 years ago
Coronavirus death rate is lower than previously reported, study says, but it’s still deadlier than seasonal flu
How many people die after being infected with the novel coronavirus? Fewer than previously calculated, according to a study released Monday, but still more than die from the flu.6 years ago
This Israeli mom is all of us during the COVID-19 outbreak
Israeli mom of four Shiri Kenigsberg Levi filmed a video on a whim, voicing her frustrations in her car, and it has struck a chord with millions of parents.6 years ago
Girl Scout cookies go online to keep your quarantine snacks stocked
Are your quarantine snacks running low? Well, the Girl Scouts are here to save the day. They're selling Girl Scout cookies online.6 years ago
New dates for Olympic Games confirmed for 2021
The postponed Tokyo Olympics will be held from July 23 to August 8 in 2021, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) has confirmed.6 years ago
Photo of health care workers flying to help NY gets love
A photo of health care professionals from Georgia on a Southwest plane on their way to help with the coronavirus outbreak in New York is getting lots of love online.6 years ago
New York’s death toll nears 1,000 as ventilators and a Central Park field hospital are expected this week
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo's call for "all hands on deck" in the state experiencing the worst of the coronavirus pandemic in the US has turned out more medical staff, a surge in medical supplies and a hospital in Central Park expected to be operational Tuesday.6 years ago
Animal Crossing is the virtual escape you need from these troubling times
he world seems like it's ending. It's enough to make you want to flee to an island populated entirely by friendly animals, tend to a little farm and live out the rest of your life in soothing, pastoral tranquility. Oh wait, that's the entire premise of "Animal Crossing: New Horizons."6 years ago
Sesame Workshop enlists Elmo, Cookie Monster on hand washing
Elmo, Rooster and Cookie Monster are doing their part to help keep kids safe as the coronavirus pandemic grinds on. The beloved Sesame Street Muppets are featured in some of four new animated public service spots reminding young fans to take care while doing such things as washing hands and sneezing.6 years ago
Grandma is gone: Coronavirus keeps kids from older family
For grandparents all over the world, being protected from the coronavirus pandemic has meant a piercing distance from their loved ones.6 years ago
Blissful ignorance? Submariners likely unaware of pandemic
Of a world in coronavirus turmoil, they may know little or nothing. The crews of nuclear-armed submarines may be among the last pockets of people anywhere who are still unaware of how the pandemic is turning life upside down.6 years ago
Shelter puppies play in closed aquarium
The Georgia Aquarium has been closed to the public due to the coronavirus pandemic, but they did hold a special field trip for some lucky visitors -- some extra good pups from the Atlanta Humane Society.6 years ago
Crocs donating its shoes to healthcare workers
Go into most US emergency rooms, and you'll find staff wear Crocs. Now their manufacturer has announced a program to donate 10,000 a day to healthcare workers fighting against the novel coronavirus.6 years ago
Here’s what coronavirus does to your lungs
New 3D video released by George Washington University Hospital shows what the lungs of a 59-year-old patient with coronavirus look like. "This is not a 70, 80-year-old immunosuppressed, diabetic patient," Mortman said. "Other than high blood pressure, he has no other significant medical issues. This is a guy who's minding his own business and gets it."6 years ago
Walmart sees a rise in sales for tops, but not bottoms – because more people are working from home
With more and more people working from home, Walmart has picked up on an interesting trend: Tops have seen an increase in sales, while bottoms haven't.6 years ago
Appeals grow to close US national parks during pandemic
National Parks are one of the places you can still go to get away from the anxiety of the coronavirus outbreak for now, but there are communities around some parks asking the Feds to close them.6 years ago
Home internet jammed up? Try these steps before upgrading
With so much of the U.S. workforce — and their families — now cooped up at home to combat the spread of the novel coronavirus, it's not a huge surprise that home internet is showing the strain. Here's a few tips to try before you upgrade.6 years ago
Washington set to deliver $2.2 trillion virus rescue bill
Congress hopes to move quickly on delivering massive, unprecedented legislation to speed help to individuals and businesses as the coronavirus pandemic takes a devastating toll on the U.S. economy and a health care system straining to keep up.6 years ago
