US cuts World Health Organization ties over virus response

Trump said the WHO failed to adequately respond to the coronavirus because China has “total control” over the global organization.

FDA finds contamination in several brands of diabetes drug

The Food and Drug Administration said that several batches of the drug metformin tested positive for unsafe levels of N-Nitrosodimethylamine, a possible cancer-causing chemical.

WHO guidance: Healthy people should wear masks only when 'taking care of' coronavirus patients

The World Health Organization is recommending healthy people, including those who don't exhibit COVID-19 symptoms, only wear masks when taking care of someone infected with the contagion.

Doctor offers mental health support & advice to burned-out health workers

Dr. Charity is especially concerned about burn-out during the pandemic, because many medical workers are spending more time than usual at hospitals, are physically uncomfortable from all of the protective gear they're wearing, and mentally drained from difficulties during the pandemic.

Medical experts aggravated by crowding at Houston bars

As Texas reopens, Houston sees several bars open beyond the 25% capacity limit. A doctor at United Memorial Medical Center believes some people who are crowding Houston bars have the coronavirus.

UN virus therapy trial pauses hydroxychloroquine testing

The World Health Organization said Monday that it will temporarily drop hydroxychloroquine — the anti-malarial drug U.S. President Trump says he is taking — from its global study.

Thousands of racing fans pack the stands at North Carolina speedway

Thousands of racing fans packed the stands of a North Carolina speedway on Saturday, despite state restrictions on outside gatherings.

Bicyclist group goes on digital ride to help kids with cancer

The General's Guard has taken an annual bicycle ride to the web to help raise money for local families of children with cancer.

Bicyclist group goes on digital ride to help kids with cancer
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The General's Guard is a small group of bike riders based in the Dallas area. Every May, they host a 24-hour ride to fundraise for the organization, Heroes for Children.

To Write Love on Her Arms- Resources for mental health
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Chad Moses from the organization To Write Love on Her Arms talks with Sally MacDonald about resources that are available for people battling depressions, addiction or self-harm issues.

HHSC to expand COVID-19 testing to all Texas hospitals, state supported living centers

HHSC is currently working with the Texas Department of State Health Services to expand testing to the 4,700 patients and all 18,000 employees at the state-run facilities.

CDC releases guidelines for returning to school in the fall

The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention has released considerations for how schools across the country should reopen.

Crisis Text Line needs volunteers.
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Bob Filbin of crisistextline.org talks with Lina DeFlorias about new trends since the coronavirus outbreak and the need for volunteers for this nationwide crisis text line.