Infections have been spurred by schools and universities reopening and mass gatherings like the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally.
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Antarctica is still free of COVID-19. Can it stay that way?
Antarctica remains the only continent in a ‘safe little bubble’ – and a global effort aims to keep it that way.
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The Latest: Kentucky infectious disease specialist, hailed as ‘hero,’ dies of COVID-19
FRANKFORT, Ky. – A prominent Kentucky infectious disease specialist who was hailed by the governor as a “front line hero” has died after a nearly four-month battle against COVID-19. Dr. Rebecca Shadowen, who tested positive for the virus on May 13, died on Friday night, Med Center Health in Bowling Green said. Gov. Andy Beshear […]
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Maine CDC reports 42 new coronavirus cases, one more death
Ten cases have now been linked to a Sanford-area funeral and reception held in late August, and people at six social clubs may have been exposed as a result.
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Toots Hibbert, beloved reggae star, dies at 77
Hibbert was admitted to the hospital after showing symptoms of COVID-19.
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Heart injury after COVID-19 spurs call to screen college athletes
Concerns about still unknown health effects caused two major collegiate athletic conferences in the U.S. to halt their upcoming sports seasons.
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Two Shaw’s employees in Sanford test positive for COVID-19
One employee is quarantined and receiving medical care, and the other has left the company.
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Timing “isn’t right yet for football” during the pandemic
The cancellation of the fall high school football season disappointed many, but the nature of the sport always presented a safety risk during the pandemic.
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Daily U.S. virus deaths decline, but trend may reverse in fall
The arrival of cooler weather and the likelihood of more indoor gatherings will add to the importance of everyday safety precautions, experts say.
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Major companies reject Trump’s payroll tax deferral
Even the House of Representatives isn’t going ahead, concluding it ‘would not be in the best interests’ of employees.