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WHO Clarifies Report Saying Asymptomatic Spread of Virus Is 'Very Rare'
The research prompted many countries, including the United States, to endorse use of masks by everyone. Van Kerkhove, the WHO's Covid-19 technical lead, said that on asymptomatic transmission "we don't have the answer yet". About 40 to 45 percent of people with COVID-19 may be asymptomatic , according to a study published last week. "This means that the virus can spread between people int... [Full Article...]
World Health Organization clarifies remarks on 'very rare' asymptomatic Covid-19 spread
The World Health Organization (WHO) has clarified a recent statement by one of the group's top experts, who said it was "very rare" for people without symptoms of coronavirus to be contagious. While numerous countries that initially locked down to prevent the virus' spread have either partially or completely relaxed these restrictions, the science remains uncertain on how much the shutdown... [Full Article...]
Governor Beshear announces 245 new cases, five new deaths
Lexington Herald-Leader reports that African Americans constitute only 8 percent of the state's total population but 15.44 percent of the overall cases of infection and 16.44 percent of the overall cases of deaths. Beshear went on to say he believes health care is a basic human right and that he would eventually like every Kentucky resident to have health care coverage, but that black residents ... [Full Article...]
Reebok Breaks Partnership with Crossfit Over CEO’s Racist Tweet
Rogue Fitness, which has been the equipment provider for the CrossFit Games since 2010, announced that the CrossFit logo will be removed from the 2020 Rogue Invitational. " Floyd is a hero in the black community and not just a victim". But he also angered franchise owners on a followup Zoom call where he told them he didn't stand with Floyd . [Full Article...]
Kendall County COVID-19 death count remains at 22 for three weeks
So far, 13 of Clark County's cases have been connected to the Pacific Crest outbreak, with 19 total employees testing positive for COVID-19. They also reported two new deaths. The department has reported 96 new COVID-19 cases, bringing the total to 5,302. The health department, which hasn't provided information on the new cases, is expected to have more information during a news conference Tue... [Full Article...]
Health alert issued for new Wide Bay coronavirus case
DEPUTY Premier and Health Minister Steven Miles said the recent COVID-19 case underlines the risks associated with people travelling, "particularly from Victoria into Queensland". "We also know that you are infectious for up to 48 hours before you have symptoms so there will be people out in our communities in Bundaberg and Brisbane today who don't know that they have it, who could potentially be ... [Full Article...]
Spread of virus from people without symptoms is 'rare'
Undertaking this response can "drastically reduce" the reach of the CCP (Chinese Communist Party) virus , Van Kerkhove said. "I was responding to a question, not stating a policy of the WHO ". There is no clear evidence that asymptomatic people can transmit the coronavirus, a global health report has detailed. However, viable virus was not found after day eight post onset of symptoms for mil... [Full Article...]
Lowest Daily COVID-19 Case Count Monday Since March 30
The health department hasn't provided information on the new cases. On Sunday the Cherokee County EMA released a statement saying now only five active cases remain. 354,226 tests have been conducted. The preliminary seven-day statewide positivity for cases was 5%. 1,197 total coronavirus related deaths. Of the states fatalities, 955 of them have come from long-term care facilities. [Full Article...]