COVID-19
The Downs And Ups Of Africa's Current COVID Surge
The World Health Organization has reported a downturn after 8 weeks of increasing cases. But the good news comes with a large dose of caution.
The Lambda Variant: What You Should Know And Why Experts Say Not To Panic
Cases of the variant have popped up in several states. But neither the WHO nor the CDC considers it a variant of concern, and the fast-spreading delta variant continues to dominate U.S. cases.
CIA Director Says He Is Escalating Efforts To Solve 'Havana Syndrome' Mystery
In an NPR interview, William Burns says he has appointed a senior officer who led the hunt for Osama bin Laden to head the investigation into ailments that has afflicted U.S. officials worldwide.
Governor Cooper Announces Updated Safety Guidelines For Schools In The Upcoming Year
Governor Roy Cooper updated public health guidelines for K-12 schools Wednesday. At a COVID-19 news conference, Cooper said among the protocols, kindergarten through 8th graders and staff wil
U.S. Life Expectancy Fell By 1.5 Years In 2020, The Biggest Drop Since WWII
The CDC says COVID-19 was the largest factor, along with drug overdoses, homicides, diabetes and chronic liver disease. The decline was even greater for Hispanic men.
The CDC Must Rethink Its Mask Guidance, Says Former U.S. Surgeon General
Jerome Adams, who served under former President Donald Trump, once advised against mask-wearing. With cases rising, fueled by the delta variant, Adams says even the vaccinated may need to mask up.
India's Pandemic Death Toll Estimated At About 4 Million: 10 Times The Official Count
That's the number of "excess deaths" from January 2020 to June 2021, reflecting the true toll of COVID-19, say researchers in a new study. What the big disparity?
Forsyth County Accepting Applications For Federal Relief Funds
Forsyth County is now accepting applications for financial relief through American Rescue Plan Act funding.