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'Close Contact' Redefined By CDC
A case report from a Vermont prison found that cumulative exposure from short encounters could be as risky as long exposure.
Gilead Drug Shows Promising Results In Treating COVID, Ready For Distribution Says CEO
The drug could serve as a stopgap measure until a proper coronavirus vaccine is ready to act as a long-term solution.
$1B US Coronavirus Fund Remains Unspent, Except For Trump Ad On COVID-19
Sources say most of the funding has become inaccessible to the CDC since September, despite sending a number of requests to be given access to the money.
Cruise Industry On Track To Set Sail Oct. 31 Following White House Move
The White House rejected a recommendation by CDC Director Robert Redfield that the ban on cruising be extended to mid-February.
Former Pence Adviser 'Appalled' At Pressure White House Placed On CDC To Open Schools
Olivia Troye's latest comments confirm reports in New York Times about pressure from the White House to downplay the coronavirus' impact on children.
CDC Director On Newest Member Of Trump's COVID Task Force – 'Everything He Says Is False'
Dr. Robert Redfield heard saying he was concerned about what Atlas joining the team could mean for the pandemic
Anthony Fauci Says Masks, Social Distancing Will Still Be Needed After COVID Vaccine Is Ready
Nation's top infectious disease expert also predicted that the U.S. could get “back to normal” by mid- to late-2021 if a vaccine is ready by December.
Trump Threatens To Overrule FDA Vaccine Safety Guidelines To Deliver COVID-19 Vaccine Before Election
The president said the new regulations were "a political move," as they would push vaccine delivery past Election Day.
As Another Phase 3 Trial Begins, Poll Suggests Voters Believe Trump Using Vaccine To Win Reelection
There are four potential coronavirus vaccines in late-stage trials from Johnson & Johnson, Moderna, Pfizer, and AstraZeneca.
CDC Removes Warnings And Guidelines About Coronavirus Aerosol Exposure
The agency said the original post was "a draft version" and not meant to be put up during the weekend.
COVID-19 Deaths In U.S. Near 200,000 As Multiple States Battle Renewed Case Surges
Some health institutes warned deaths could surge significantly, possibly surpassing 375,000, as the U.S. enters the fall and winter flu season.
CDC Reverses Unreviewed Testing Guidelines Imported From Health And Human Services
The CDC has changed guidelines around testing to emphasize that exposed persons do need a test. It has recently struggled with outside interference from Trump appointees and the Department of Health and Human Services.
CDC Needs $6 Billion To Distribute A Potential COVID-19 Vaccine
CDC Director Robert Redfield told a Senate panel the matter is urgent.
Joe Biden Says He Does Not Trust Donald Trump On COVID-19 Vaccine Before Election Day
The Democrat has called on Trump to answer three vital questions about the development of a safe, effective COVID-19 vaccine.
When Will The US 'Get Back To Regular Life?' CDC Director Gives Insight About Coronavirus Vaccine Effects
CDC Director Dr. Robert Redfield spoke about a potential timetable during a hearing with the U.S. Senate Appropriations Subcommittee.
Trump Health Official Apologizes To Staff Following Facebook Outburst Accusing Scientists of 'Sedition'
A spokesman for the Department of Health and Human Services called a meeting to apologize to staff following a Facebook outburst over the weekend.
Trump Administration Supports Deloitte To Develop Unproven Vaccination Tracking System
The Trump administration awarded Deloitte a nearly $16 million contract to develop a tracking system for public health officials to schedule coronavirus shots and manage supplies.
San Francisco 49ers Opener In Question Due To Wildfires, Poor Air Quality
California wildfires have burned over three million acres causing poor air quality, which will possibly result in the San Francisco 49ers canceling their season opener.
Fauci Says Seeing Very Few Masks At President Trump's Rallies Frustrating
Fauci said it was frustrating after being asked about Trump's North Carolina rally where attendees were packed closely together and many were not wearing masks.
Joe Biden And Donald Trump Rallies In Pennsylvania, North Carolina Offer Snapshot Of 2020 Election Homestretch
Trump's rally openly flaunted coronavirus guidelines; Biden's campaign stop tried to strictly adhere to the rules.
Infographic: Majority Of US Young Adults Now Live With Their Parents
The share of young adults currently living with their parents is higher than any previous measurement recorded in surveys and decennial censuses.
Coronavirus Vaccine Could Be Distributed In US As Soon As Late October, CDC Says
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is laying the groundwork for the nationwide distribution of the first COVID-19 vaccine.
CDC Warns Against Using Masks On Pet Animals, Says It 'Could Harm' Them
The CDC urged pet owners to protect the animals by limiting their contact with sick people and those outside the household.
CDC To Check Wastewater To Better Understand Coronavirus Spread In Communities
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) detected the presence of coronavirus in untreated wastewater resulting in the move to look into U.S. wastewater.
Salmonella: Best Ways To Prevent Infection
Salmonella causes a foodborne illness that is usually not life-threatening but could be draining and difficult to deal with. Here are the best ways to prevent getting infected with the foodborne illness.
More Kids, Teens Have Become Fast Food Eaters, CDC Says
More American kids and teens have been feeding on fast food despite warnings of them causing obesity and other health problems.
Coronavirus Prevention: When To Wash Hands To Keep Yourself Safe During Pandemic
Here are the instances when you need to wash your hands to prevent the spread of COVID-19, according to the CDC.
Coronavirus Face Masks With Valves 'Not Recommended' By CDC, Don't Prevent COVID-19 Spread
CDC is discouraging Americans from wearing masks with exhalation vents because these masks can still spread the COVID-19 virus into the atmosphere.
CDC Shuts Down Offices Over Legionella Contamination In Water Systems
This shows how the coronavirus lockdowns may affect office buildings that have been unused for a long time.
Los Angeles Police Officers Attended Crowded Indoor Party Despite Statewide COVID-19 Restrictions
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has since spoken out about the matter.