Some states hit pause, others press on amid spike in coronavirus

Utah and Oregon put any further reopenings of their economies on hold amid a spike in coronavirus cases, but there was no turning back Friday in such states as Texas, California, Arkansas and Arizona despite flashing warning signs there, too.

Tick-borne disease with symptoms similar to COVID-19 on the rise in New York state

Some of the symptoms can include fever, headache, chills and muscle aches — which are also similar signs of the novel coronavirus as listed by the CDC.

Researchers ask if survivor plasma could prevent coronavirus

It if works, survivor plasma could have important ramifications until a vaccine arrives — raising the prospect of possibly protecting high-risk people with temporary immune-boosting infusions every so often.

CDC posts long-awaited guidance for minimizing everyday COVID-19 risk

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention posted the guidelines Friday, along with a second set for organizing and attending big gatherings such as concerts, sporting events, protests and political rallies.

A second coronavirus payment may be coming. Here's your share

Earlier this week, Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin suggested the Trump administration was considering sending Americans another round of stimulus checks to offset the financial pain caused by the coronavirus pandemic and the related economic lockdown.

Ohio lawmaker asks if less hand washing contributes to COVID-19 rates for ‘colored population’

Huffman, who is also a Dayton-area emergency room physician, caused controversy after he questioned Angela Dawson, executive director of the Ohio Commission of Minority Health, on Tuesday over why the COVID-19 rates for black Ohioans were higher than other populations.

Texas City doctor talks exclusively with Houston's Morning Show after meeting with President Trump
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Dr. Robin Armstrong of Texas City was invited to attend President Trump's roundtable discussion on Thursday in Dallas. Armstrong has gained recent attention for his use of the drug hydroxychloroquine to treat COVID 19 at The Resort Nursing Home.. Dr. Armstrong discussed the future of treatment in Texas and reacted to the recently retracted studies criticizing controversial drug.

Harris County unveils COVID19 threat level system as cases, hospitalizations rise

According to a new COVID-19 Public Threat Level System announced this afternoon, Harris County is at a Level 2 (orange), which asks people to minimize all contacts.

Texas City Doctor joins presidential roundtable
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Dr. Robin Armstrong of Texas City was invited to attend President Trump's roundtable discussion on Thursday in Dallas. Armstrong has gained recent attention for his use of the drug hydroxychloroquine to treat COVID 19 at The Resort Nursing Home..

New Houston task force aims to prevent evictions

Renters who can't pay the rent are stressed as they face possible eviction, homelessness, and being left vulnerable to catching COVID-19, but the Houston Stability Task Force hopes to alleviate the stress and prevent evictions.

Alarming rise in coronavirus cases as states roll back lockdowns

Cases are rising in nearly half the states, according to an Associated Press analysis, a worrying trend that could intensify as people return to work and venture out during the summer.

Rapper Scarface recovering 2 months after COVID-19 diagnosis: 'I am glad to be alive'

More than two months after he tested positive for COVID-19, Houston rapper Scarface says he is still a little weak and has to undergo dialysis daily, but he is "glad to be alive."

Dow sinks 1,800 as virus cases rise, deflating optimism

Stocks are falling sharply on Wall Street Thursday as coronavirus cases increase again, deflating recent optimism that the economy could recover quickly as lockdowns ease.

Coronavirus pandemic disrupts fight to save endangered animals and habitats

The coronavirus pandemic is hampering the ability of scientists to protect threatened species and habitats, from South American rainforests to African savannahs.