Why The Coronavirus Is So 'Superspready'
That's the word that one disease researcher uses to describe COVID-19. And now scientists are discovering the reasons that this virus is readily transmitted at "superspreader events."
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NC Colleges And Universities Weigh Pandemic Costs, Revenue Losses
Universities across the state are still tallying the cost of responding to the pandemic.
1,000 More Coronavirus Deaths In The Past Day, CDC Says
The number of deaths has been slowly ticking down, but remains well above the totals seen in the early months of the pandemic. More than 175,000 in the U.S. have now died, according to the CDC.
As Pandemic Persists, Health Care Heroes Beginning To Crack Under The Strain
Many doctors are suffering burnout five months into the pandemic. But the toll is compounded for Latino doctors serving heavily affected Latino communities. Some are now beginning to seek help.
Coronavirus FAQ: So Do Lots Of People Get COVID-19 From Flying?
A study released this week points to two passengers infected on a four-hour-plus flight. But there hasn't been a lot of documentation of transmission on planes. So how risky is flying?
First Week Of New School Year Brings Headaches And Smiles
Students across the state are wrapping up the first week of the new school year, most of them with remote learning. It brought some challenges and struggles.
Helpline Adds Mental Health And Emotional Support For Educators
The continuation of remote learning and stress from the pandemic is putting a strain on many people.
What Metric Will Be Considered 'Safe' To Reopen NC Public Schools?
A vast majority of K-12 public school students in North Carolina will learn remotely when school begins on August 17.
Coronavirus FAQ: Can An Airline Put You On A No-Fly List For Refusing To Mask Up?
The matter of masks on planes has led to some contentious moments — and serious consequences. Is it legal to ban a passenger from flying for violating a mask mandate?
What Does 'Back To School' Mean Now?: A Virtual Community Conversation
WFDD held its second Virtual Community Conversation on Thursday, convening a panel of 5 regional education experts to discuss back-to-school challenges created by the pandemic.