Drive-thru testing center in New Jersey at capacity; 2nd to open

WASHINGTON, DC - FEBRUARY 1: Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) speaks during a news conference after a lunch meeting with Senate Republicans on Capitol Hill February 1, 2022 in Washington, DC. McConnell told reporters he disagrees with fo WASHINGTON - Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell is going against the Republican National Committee calling the Jan. 6, 2021, riot at the U.S.

COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka’s Deputy Director-General of Public Health Services, Dr. Hemanth Herath has slammed the organizing of mass gatherings in the wake of the COVID-19 spread in the island.‘This is not something that needs to be said over again.

Truckers paralysing the Canadian capital in anger at Covid rules show no sign of backing down, as several of the nation's provinces announced it was time to roll back restrictions that count among the world's toughest.

First nasal spray for covid-19 treatment in India: For the treatment of adult patients suffering from Covid-19, pharma company Glenmark has launched Nitric Oxide Nasal Spray (FabiSpray) in India. The nasal spray was launched by the pharma company in partnership with SaNOtize. "Phase 3 trial in India met the key endpoints and demonstrated reduction of viral load of 94 per cent in 24 hours and 99 per cent in 48 hours. Nitric Oxide Nasal Spray (NONS) was safe and well-tolerated in COVID-19 patients. Glenmark to market NONS under the brand name FabiSpray," the company said in a statement.

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ladies tights such as pantyhose on your face could reduce the risk of getting Covid, more so than masks.A major risk identified with commonly worn face masks is that they do not fit tightly enough to block viral particles from being inhaled or exhaled significantly.Cambridge University researchers have tested seven hacks to improve the fit of masks.Their new study outlined DIY hacks people have used to make masks fit better, including using rubber bands or tape.They found the most effective tactic was to wrap pantyhose around the bottom half of the face or on top of a mask.Researchers have said that this could reduce the number of viral particles by up to seven times more than a loose mask on its own by sealing the gaps around the nose and mouth.They raised that the social and physical impact of wearing tights on your face in public was "unlikely to be tolerated for an extended period of time".Tight-fitting medical masks are great at blocking out the virus, but many describe them as uncomfortable.The study raised that the most common surgical or cloth masks are far less resistant to Covid.Cambridge researchers recruited four volunteers to try seven different mask hacks - the study looked at both surgical and KN95 masks.Other methods included tying the ear bands to make the masks fit more tightly or stuffing the gaps with bandages.Participants did seven minutes of various exercises designed to mimic real-world interactions such as talking, smiling, nodding and eating.The researchers measured how well the masks fit by monitoring the filtration efficiency and calculating a 'fit factor' score.Pantyhose and cloth tape were most effective, increasing the fit factor by 27.7 and 14.7.Surgical masks performed better if worn in

Epik High frontman Tablo has tested positive for COVID-19.OURS, Epik High’s management agency, confirmed the news through a press statement released earlier today (February 9).“Tablo experienced minor symptoms on February 3 and underwent PCR testing, and his results came back negative the next day (January 4),” the agency said, as translated by Soompi. “However, he voluntarily got tested again on February 8, and his results came back positive this morning.”The statement also noted that the rest of Epik High and staff members who were recently in contact with Tablo underwent rapid antigen testing following the hip-hop artist’s diagnosis.

New Zealand anti-vaccine mandate protesters faced off with police outside parliament today, as demonstrators camped inside the Wellington legislature's grounds vowed to stay "as long as it takes".

Alberta Premier Jason Kenney has announced the province’s public health restrictions will now be lifting, while a blockade of protesters demanding an end to mandates resumes at the U.S.-Canada border crossing near Coutts. Heather Yourex-West looks at the province’s plan, and whether it will be enough to satiate demonstrators.

Director Kamika Bianca Guerra-Walker joins Global News’ Linda Olsen to discuss how she is using her experiences growing up Black in Calgary and how that has inspired her art.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau continues to press hard on the importance of COVID-19 vaccines. But Quebec Liberal MP Joël Lightbound is challenging his own government’s strategy, demanding Trudeau to stop driving up divisions and deliver a roadmap to end public health mandates.

COLOMBO (News 1st); Thousands of Sri Lankan health workers are on strike for the third consecutive day, citing several demands.The trade unions demand that the authorities eliminate existing salary disparities in the sector just as they eliminated the teacher and principal salary anomalies.Health workers across Sri Lanka including nurses, and Public Health Inspectors are on strike citing multiple demands.They resorted to the indefinite trade union action from Monday (7).As a result of the strike activities at the Colombo General Hospital, Kandy General Hospital, 24 Teaching Hospitals, 26 General Hospitals, 46 Base Hospitals, 410 District Hospitals, and 293 MOH Officers came to a complete standstill.

PHILADELPHIA - Investigators with the Philadelphia Police Department are searching for two men wanted in connection with an armed robbery at a Domino’s Pizza in North Philadelphia. According to police, the robbery took place on Monday around 1:00 a.m. at the location on 2628 N.

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TRENTON, N.J. - The coronavirus pandemic has triggered massive layoffs as businesses in the tristate area and across the country have had to either shut down or drastically roll back operations. But a number of global and local companies deemed essential during the crisis remain in operation and are actually ramping up hiring to cope with increased demand. 

Gov. Murphy gives an update on the increasing cases of COVID-19 in state

Attorney General of NJ puts out enforcements for NJ stay-at-home order for COVID-19

TRENTON, N.J. - The number of COVID-19 cases in New Jersey has surged to at least 2,844, with 27 fatalities reported.

TRENTON, N.J. - The number of COVID-19 cases in New Jersey has surged to at least 2,844, with 21 fatalities reported.

Gov. Phil Murphy provides an update on New Jerseys response to the coronavirus pandemic.

FOX 29's Kelly Rule reports from New Jersey, where Gov. Phil Murphy has issued a stay-at-home order for residents amid the COVID-19 outbreak.

GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, N.J. - The first death due to coronavirus is announced in Camden County, New Jersey Sunday night.

Gov. Phil Murphy provides an update on New Jerseys response to the coronavirus pandemic.

Gov. Phil Murphy provides an update on New Jerseys response to the coronavirus pandemic.

The global number of COVID-19 cases topped 300,000 today, with numbers soaring in western Europe and pandemic activity heating up in North America and other parts of the world

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy and Health Commissioner Judy Persichilli provide an update on the state's response to the deadly coronavirus. ( Edwin J. Torres/Governor’s Office )

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy and Health Commissioner Judy Persichilli provide an update on the state's response to the deadly coronavirus. ( Edwin J. Torres/Governor’s Office )

FOX 29's Brad Sattin reports from Cape May County.

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy and Health Commissioner Judy Persichilli provide an update on the state's response to the deadly coronavirus. ( Edwin J. Torres/Governor’s Office )

FOX 29's Brad Sattin reports from Cape May County.

TRENTON, N.J. - The number of COVID-19 cases in New Jersey has surged to at least 890, with 11 reported fatalities.

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy and Health Commissioner Judy Persichilli provide an update on the state's response to the deadly coronavirus. ( Edwin J. Torres/Governor’s Office )

TRENTON, N.J. - The number of COVID-19 cases in New Jersey has surged to at least 890, with 11 reported fatalities.

Gov. Phil Murphy discusses how NJ officials are battling the COVID-19 pandemic on good Day Philadelphia.

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TRENTON, N.J. - The number of COVID-19 cases in New Jersey has surged to at least 742, with nine reported fatalities.

Gov. Phil Murphy discusses how NJ officials are battling the COVID-19 pandemic on good Day Philadelphia.

Gov. Phil Murphy discusses how NJ officials are battling the COVID-19 pandemic on good Day Philadelphia.

Gov. Phil Murphy provides an update on the latest coronavirus case totals for New Jersey on Tuesday afternoon.

TRENTON, N.J. - The number of COVID-19 cases in New Jersey has surged to at least 427, with five fatalities reported.

Gov. Phil Murphy provides an update on the latest coronavirus case totals for New Jersey on Tuesday afternoon.

Gov. Phil Murphy provides an update on the latest coronavirus case totals for New Jersey on Tuesday afternoon.

Alex Holley and Mike Jerrick talked with Brian Abernathy, Philadelphia's Managing Director, about the COVID-19 outbreak's impact citywide.

New Jersey  Governor Phil Murphy orders all businesses to be shutdown for two weeks due to COVID-19 concerns

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy orders all businesses to be shutdown for two weeks due to COVID-19 concerns.

From how it spreads to where it originated, here's a look at everything you need to know about the deadly contagion.

New Jersey  Governor Phil Murphy orders all businesses to be shutdown for two weeks due to COVID-19 concerns

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy orders all businesses to be shutdown for two weeks due to COVID-19 concerns.