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Coronavirus

On Sep 23, 2020
@CDCMMWR shared
From June to August, adults in their 20s had highest rate of #COVID19 infections, accounting for 1 of every 5 cases. New MMWR shows why young adults should take steps to slow the spread, such as wearing masks & avoiding in-person gatherings. Learn more: https://t.co/4S146caUAZ https://t.co/IpsSENDBCO
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Changing Age Distribution of the COVID-19 Pandemic — United States, May–August 2020

Changing Age Distribution of the COVID-19 Pandemic — United States, May–August 2020

As of September 21, 2020, the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic had resulted in more than 6,800,000 reported U.S. cases and more than 199,000 associated deaths.

On Sep 28, 2020
@nytimes shared
It’s crucial to find out whether the coronavirus raises the risk of heart complications in people of all ages who are even mildly active. https://t.co/z8o8wscxXz
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Covid-19 May Have a Hidden Impact on the Heart

Covid-19 May Have a Hidden Impact on the Heart

Should that change how we think about its risks? This is what the research tells us.

On Sep 27, 2020
@WHOWPRO shared
RT @WHO: When emergencies occur, coordination is necessary. Within the framework of the Global Humanitarian Response Plan, the Health Cluster, led by WHO, protects the most vulnerable from the #COVID19 pandemic & guides the response. 📷 https://t.co/ng96jgJ8Th https://t.co/xvYUY9Va7s
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The Health Cluster protects the most vulnerable to the COVID-19 pandemic

The Health Cluster protects the most vulnerable to the COVID-19 pandemic

The work of the Health Cluster is to operationalize the global level strategies and guide the response to the COVID-19 pandemic from every sector of government and society. Health …

On Sep 26, 2020
@bbchealth shared
Covid-19: What do scientists think of the PM's plan? https://t.co/uKeM07ITyS
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Covid-19: What do scientists think of the PM's plan?

Covid-19: What do scientists think of the PM's plan?

The new coronavirus restrictions have been met with mixed reviews.

On Sep 23, 2020
@bmj_latest shared
Anthony Fauci, one of the world’s most respected infectious disease experts, speaks with The BMJ’s @fgodlee about the pressures of advising the US president, the challenging nature of the new coronavirus, and how the pandemic might end https://t.co/4CuMFTEiKl @NIAIDNews
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The BMJ interview: Anthony Fauci on covid-19

The BMJ interview: Anthony Fauci on covid-19

There are few better known authorities on the covid-19 pandemic than Anthony Fauci. One of the world’s most respected infectious disease experts, he spoke with The BMJ ’s editor, Fiona ...

On Sep 24, 2020
@bmj_latest shared
The US Food and Drug Administration “will not delay, but will not cut corners” in approving a covid-19 vaccine, its commissioner Stephen Hahn promised a Senate hearing on 23 September, setting up a potential confrontation with President Trump https://t.co/JPbxq5ge6c
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Covid-19: FDA plans strict vaccine approval criteria, angering Trump

Covid-19: FDA plans strict vaccine approval criteria, angering Trump

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) “will not delay, but will not cut corners” in approving a covid-19 vaccine, its commissioner Stephen Hahn promised a Senate hearing on 23 ...

On Sep 25, 2020
@cnnbrk shared
Virginia's Democratic Gov. Ralph Northam and his wife have tested positive for Covid-19, according to a statement from his office https://t.co/rceMEPbf8h
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Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam tests positive for Covid-19

Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam tests positive for Covid-19

Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam and his wife have tested positive for Covid-19, his office announced Friday.

On Sep 28, 2020
@PHE_uk shared
New blog -- #Coronavirus: Self-isolating protects your friends, family and community In this new blog we have focused on why self-isolation is still vitally important to stop #COVID19 from spreading. Read more: https://t.co/EyA72Ny0o2 https://t.co/lCkDSQ6f3q
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Coronavirus (COVID-19): Self-isolating protects your friends, family and community

Coronavirus (COVID-19): Self-isolating protects your friends, family and community

The official blog of Public Health England, providing insight and commentary on all aspects of public health, including health protection, health improvement, wellbeing, data and knowledge