Tests that take five days or more are of little use, researchers from the University of Utrecht in the Netherlands reported Thursday in the journal Lancet Public Health. “In our model, minimizing testing delays had the greatest impact in reducing virus transmission, and therefore the testing infrastructure is the most …
Read More »Omaha Medical Research Firm Looking for COVID-19 Vaccine Study Subjects
OMAHA, Nebraska (WOWT) – Meridian Clinical Research announced Thursday that it is seeking paid volunteers for a COVID-19 vaccine research study in Omaha, Norfolk and Grand Island. Study participants will be subject to examinations, in addition to the administration of an “investigational” vaccine or placebo, at no cost to the …
Read More »Georgia Governor Sues Mayor of Atlanta and City Hall for Mask Term As Coronavirus Cases Increase
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp sued Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms and members of the City Council Thursday amid efforts to masks mandates and enforce social distancing measures during the coronavirus pandemic. The lawsuit occurs when Atlanta has seen an increase in COVID-19 cases. There were 3,441 new coronavirus cases reported …
Read More »Will COVID-19 children be extended if they return to school?
Is it safe for children to return to school while the coronavirus is loose? © (Associated Press) Science teachers register students before a summer session at a school in Wylie, Texas. (Associated Press) That depends on what can happen if a student becomes infected. Will the virus jump to their …
Read More »Pa coronavirus update: 781 new cases of COVID-19 as state stagnates in bars and restaurants to stem surge | Pa. County Map (07/16/20)
Pennsylvania reported 781 new cases of COVID-19 as the state withdraws open bars and restaurants in hopes of fighting an increase in cases. New positive tests bring the state total to 98,446 COVID-19 cases since the pandemic began in March, according to the Pennsylvania Health Department’s daily update. The 16 …
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