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Coronavirus Outbreak Timeline Fast Facts

January 26, 2021 11:34 am CNN Newsource

Here’s some information about the spread of the coronavirus outbreak, declared a pandemic by the World Health Organization. The coronavirus,…

Why swearing is a sign of intelligence, helps manage pain and more

January 26, 2021 8:23 am CNN Newsource

Polite society considers swearing to be a vulgar sign of low intelligence and education, for why would one rely on rude language when blessed with a…

Air pollution is linked to an increased risk of irreversible sight loss, study finds

January 26, 2021 5:32 am CNN Newsource

Increases in air pollution are linked to an increased risk of irreversible sight loss, according to a new study. Researchers from University College…

8 myths about the Covid-19 vaccine — Dr. Wen explains

January 26, 2021 2:28 am CNN Newsource

The United States crossed the terrible milestone of 400,000 deaths from coronavirus early last week, and there are currently over 2.1 million…

Coronavirus variant first spotted in Brazil found in the US for the first time

January 25, 2021 7:23 pm CNN Newsource

Even with the number of Covid-19 cases coming down, scientists are worrying about variants of the novel coronavirus — one of which has been…

Newsom announces that he will prioritize vaccinations for those 65 and older alongside some essential workers

January 25, 2021 2:25 pm Stephanie Aceves

Gavin Newsom announces that those 65 and over are prioritized for vaccinations alongside essential workers like healthcare workers, food and…

Tom Brady’s dad reveals ‘life and death’ battle with Covid-19

January 25, 2021 5:28 pm CNN Newsource

Tom Brady’s father spent almost three weeks in the hospital with Covid-19, he revealed Monday, calling it a “matter of life and…

Monterey County begins vaccinations of residents 75 and older

January 25, 2021 5:09 pm Victor Guzman

Monterey County Health officials have announced they will begin the process of vaccinating residents 75+ while also administering the vaccine to…

Covid-19 masks: Which mask is best for you, and when to use it

January 25, 2021 4:53 pm CNN

Think of masks as the newest trendy accessory that can save your life — and the lives of those you love. But instead of what pattern, logo or…

Brazil variant of coronavirus detected in US for first time

January 25, 2021 4:25 pm CNN Newsource

While all viruses mutate over time, some variants of the novel coronavirus are worrying scientists. Several strains appear to be more transmissible…

New Covid-19 case counts drop, but variants loom. So a vaccine maker is working on another booster

January 25, 2021 2:00 pm CNN Newsource

First, the good news: In 48 states, the averages of new Covid-19 cases have dropped significantly over the past seven days. And every state improved…

With the regional stay-at-home order lifted, what does it mean for Central Coast Counties?

January 25, 2021 12:42 pm Victor Guzman

The regional stay-at-home order is now a thing of the past for California, but this doesn’t mean all businesses can…

A pandemic playbook for a new year

January 25, 2021 10:53 am CNN Newsource

It has been more than one year since the first reported case of Covid-19 in the United States — a day that changed our country forever. The…

New Covid-19 case counts are falling, but variants loom. So a vaccine maker is working on another booster

January 25, 2021 9:43 am CNN Newsource

First, the good news: The rates of new Covid-19 cases are dropping in 48 states. And every state improved its rate of vaccinations. Here’s the…

Moderna says its Covid-19 vaccine is expected to be protective against new variants

January 25, 2021 9:11 am CNN Newsource

The Moderna Covid-19 vaccine created antibodies that neutralized coronavirus variants first found in the United Kingdom and South Africa, the company…

State health department lifts stay-at-home order

January 24, 2021 10:08 pm Victor Guzman

A letter issued by the California Restaurant Association is instructing its members that Governor Gavin Newsom’s regional stay-at-home order will be…

Three weeks into harsh lockdown, weary Brits fear it will take much longer to beat the new variant

January 25, 2021 8:13 am CNN

People in the United Kingdom have been living under lockdown for the past three weeks, hoping their sacrifice would bring the country’s latest…

A rural county in Washington state hasn’t wasted a single Covid-19 vaccine dose. Here’s its secret

January 25, 2021 7:29 am CNN Newsource

A rural county in Washington state is lapping the field when it comes to distribution of the coronavirus vaccine. A big part of the reason Kittitas…

What to do, and not do, before and after your Covid vaccine shot

January 25, 2021 5:40 am CNN Newsource

It’s an all-out sprint to get Americans vaccinated against the deadly novel coronavirus. As you prepare to get your shot, here are 10 actions…

‘Healthy, young’ Americans will likely get Covid-19 vaccine in mid- to late summer, expert says

January 25, 2021 3:23 am CNN Newsource

With the US now tallying more than 25 million Covid-19 cases, experts say now is the time to double down on safety measures and speed up vaccine…