Cooper Sees Poor Example Of Coronavirus Management In Washington
North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper says President Donald Trump is setting a poor example when it comes to the coronavirus. He made his comments at a press conference Tuesday.
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Facebook, Twitter Take Action After Trump Falsely Claims Flu Deadlier Than COVID-19
The president, who is being treated for COVID-19, has been downplaying the severity of the disease. He said falsely that, compared with the flu, COVID-19 is "in most populations far less lethal."
Still Undergoing COVID-19 Treatment, Trump Vows He'll Be Ready To Debate Next Week
One day after President Trump left the hospital to continue his COVID-19 treatment at the White House, he said he plans to participate in the debate scheduled for Oct. 15 in Miami.
CDC Acknowledges Coronavirus Can Spread Via Airborne Transmission
People with COVID-19 can infect others even if they are more than 6 feet apart. In updated guidance, the CDC acknowledges airborne transmission can occur, especially in poorly ventilated spaces.
10% Of Global Population May Have Contracted The Coronavirus, WHO Says
Despite the high numbers of cases, most of the world's population is still vulnerable to getting infected and this pandemic is far from over, the WHO's head of emergencies Dr. Michael Ryan says.
Spokesman Says Tillis Is Improving After COVID Diagnosis
A spokesman for U.S. Sen. Thom Tillis of North Carolina says that the senator is improving after experiencing mild symptoms following a positive COVID-19 test.
New U.N. Tracker Looks At How Countries' COVID-19 Responses Are Helping Women
A new database from U.N. Women and UNDP looks at how 206 countries and territories are responding to women's needs during the pandemic. And the results are mixed.
White House Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany Tests Positive For Coronavirus
McEnany said she does not have symptoms but that she will "begin the quarantine process." The news comes as President Trump continues to get treatment at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.
Some Doctors Surprised By Decision To Treat Trump With Dexamethasone
The president's doctor has offered a fairly upbeat assessment of Trump's condition. But typically, only hospitalized COVID-19 patients in need of oxygen are given the drug.
Opinion: How Could The President Get The Coronavirus
NPR's Scott Simon talks about the president's diagnosis following months of his dismissing the growing, devastating pandemic.