COVID-19
Mysterious Ailment, Mysterious Relief: Vaccines Help Some COVID Long-Haulers
The possibility that vaccines meant to prevent the disease may also be a treatment for long COVID — when symptoms linger for months — has sparked optimism among patients and scientists.
Students At Wake Forest, Winston-Salem State Will Take Part In COVID-19 Vaccine Study
Two Triad universities will take part in a clinical trial focusing on COVID-19 vaccines and transmission of the virus among college students.
Many World Leaders Call For Treaty On Future Pandemics
Given a lack of international coordination that has beset the current coronavirus pandemic, whether such a treaty could be reached or adhered to is an open question.
WHO Report: Wildlife Farms, Not Market, Likely Source Of Coronavirus Pandemic
NPR has obtained an early copy of the report, which states that the coronavirus most likely did not originate at the wet market in Wuhan and that a lab leak was "an extremely unlikely pathway."
CDC Director Fears 'Impending Doom' If U.S. Opens Too Quickly
"Just please hold on a little while longer," said Dr. Rochelle Walensky, warning of a possible fourth surge. U.S. coronavirus cases are up 10% over the previous week.
COVID-19 Assistance Ready For Winston-Salem Renters And Homeowners
More than $1 million of COVID-19 assistance is available for low-income Winston-Salem residents who've fallen behind on their housing payments.
Federal Eviction Moratorium Extended Just 2 Days Before Expiration
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is extending an order preventing evictions. It was set to expire this week, which could have displaced staggering numbers of people from their homes.
State Pilot Program Expands Access To COVID-19 Home Testing Kits
North Carolina is now providing free COVID-19 home testing kits to people on food assistance and those with disabilities.
U.S. Is In A Race Between Vaccines And Variants, Says Public Health Expert
Despite the progress in vaccinating Americans, there's concern about the threat posed by COVID-19 variants. The White House is urging not to "let down our guard."