World Health Organization (WHO) declared that the COVID-19 outbreak had become a pandemic.Since then, scientists all over the world have been working ceaselessly to find effective ways to prevent and treat infections with SARS-CoV-2 and help people recover from COVID-19.At Medical News Today, we present regular roundups of the most recent research advances that offer hope and reassurance that the world may soon find its way out of the pandemic.Stay informed with live updates on the current COVID-19 outbreak and visit our coronavirus hub for more advice on prevention and treatment.In this installment, we look at the latest research around SARS-CoV-2 infection prevention, emerging evidence that could help inform new COVID-19 therapies, and.

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The Latest: Biden thanks GOP donors after record fundraising

WASHINGTON – The Latest on the 2020 presidential election (all times local):1:39 p.m.Joe Biden is thanking some Republican donors as he celebrates a record-breaking campaign fundraising haul from last month.The former vice president, in conjunction with the Democratic National Committee, raised $383 million in September, breaking the record for monthly contributions he set in August with $364 million.

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High Court President criticises lawyers over non-compliance with Covid measures

The High Court President has strongly criticised lawyers for not complying with public health regulations.

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1,2,3; Amanda G. Garcia-Williams, PhD4; Noelle-Angelique Molinari, PhD4; Radhika Gharpure, DVM4; Yiman Li, MPH5; Catherine E.

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Coronavirus 'superspreader' investigated by police after flying to Spain and back

Manchester Evening News: "On Sunday, October 11 2020, police received a report that a man had allegedly breached Covid-19 restrictions by travelling to and from Spain via Manchester Airport while displaying symptoms linked to Covid-19. "An investigation is underway."Anyone with information is asked to contact GMP on 101 quoting incident number 3162 of 11/10/2020.Alternatively, details can be passed on anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.It comes as Greater Manchester is set to face the most severe Tier 3 restrictions in response to spiralling case numbers in the city.The changes, due to come in this weekend, would see pubs closed and a ban on household mixing indoors, in private gardens and in most indoor venues.

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An Outbreak of COVID-19 Associated with a Recreational Hockey Game — Florida, June 2020

1; Michael Wiese2; Becky Bohinc3 (View author affiliations)Views equals page views plus PDF downloadsOn June 16, 2020, a recreational ice hockey game was played at an ice rink in the Tampa Bay, Florida, metropolitan area. Teams A and B, each consisting of 11 players (typically six on the ice and five on the bench at any given time), included men aged 19–53 years.

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West Lothian Council set up new fund to help communities hit by Covid-19

Sign up to the weekly West Lothian Courier newsletter for the latest West Lothian news and sport.A new fund has been created to support the resilience of West Lothian communities with the impact of Covid-19.The Council Executive approved proposals to change the way the council funds West Lothian voluntary organisations by creating the £400,000 Third Sector Community Support Fund.This aims to open up the application process to all third sector organisations, to help address the key issues facing our communities as we move through the pandemic.

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WATCH LIVE: Volusia County leaders discuss Biketoberfest, COVID-19 during news conference

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – Officials in Volusia County are expected to hold a news conference Thursday to discuss Biketoberfest and COVID-19 updates.Cases of coronavirus continue to climb throughout the state as well as in Volusia County.

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Demand for seasonal flu shots skyrockets in Quebec amid COVID-19

With flu season around the corner health authorities are bracing for a surge in demand for the flu shot.

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11 new coronavirus cases, 1 additional death confirmed in Simcoe Muskoka, local total reaches 1,108

novel coronavirus cases on Thursday, in addition to one new death, bringing the local total number of cases up to 1,108, including 43 deaths.The new cases are in Barrie, Penetanguishene, New Tecumseth, Innisfil, Bradford and Orillia, Ont.

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Ottawa woman, 53, charged after breaking quarantine to work in long-term care home: police

Quarantine Act after police say she violated self-isolation orders to work at a long-term health facility in the city.The Ottawa Police Service said it received a complaint on Oct. 2 that a 53-year-old woman had broken quarantine following a trip abroad.Under the federal Quarantine Act, travellers must self-isolate for a 14-day period after returning from travel outside of Canada to reduce transmission risk of the novel coronavirus.In this instance, the woman returned to Canada on Sept.

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Making sure American Indian COVID-19 cases are counted, and feeding a hungry heart

Abigail Echo-Hawk, director of the Urban Indian Health Institute and chief research officer for the Seattle Indian Health Board. Echo-Hawk shares what inspired her journey in public health and explains the repercussions of excluding native people from health data.

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2020 Tony Award nominations announced with significantly fewer options due to the coronavirus

The 2020 Tony Award nominees were announced on Thursday, giving Broadway fans their first real dose of normalcy since the coronavirus pandemic shut down the theater industry until at least mid 2021. The sobering musical “Jagged Little Pill,” which plumbs Alanis Morissette’s 1995 breakthrough album to tell a story of an American family spiraling out of control, earned a leading 15 Tony Award nominations, including best musical alongside “Moulin Rouge! The Musical” and “Tina - The Tina Turner Musical.” “Moulin Rouge!” a jukebox adaptation of Baz Luhrmann’s 2001 movie about a turn-of-the-century Parisian nightclub, is nipping at “Jagged Little Pill’s” nomination heels with a total of 14 nods. “The Inheritance” by Matthew Lopez, meanwhile,

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Melbourne resident opens fire during attempted home invasion, police say

MELBOURNE, Fla. – Melbourne police said a resident in fear for his safety scared off two men, at least one of whom had a gun, early Wednesday because he believed they were going to break into his home.Police responded to a home on White Cap Way at 5:51 a.m. for reports of an attempted home invasion robbery with shots fired.

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IMF warns global economy could be permanently scarred

WASHINGTON – The global economy's recovery from the pandemic recession is tentative and uneven and “marked by significant uncertainty” as confirmed coronavirus cases spread in many countries, international finance ministers warned Thursday.The policy-setting panel of the 189-nation International Monetary Fund concluded a virtual meeting Thursday with a joint statement that warned of permanent damage from the worst global downturn since the Great Depression of the 1930s unless countries are given further economic support.“The crisis threatens to leave long-lasting scars on the global economy, such as weaker productivity growth, heavier debt burdens, heightened financial vulnerabilities and higher poverty and inequality,” the IMF panel

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Ottawa Hospital reports coronavirus outbreak amid 93 new COVID-19 cases in the capital

coronavirus cases and one new death related to COVID-19 on Thursday.The local public health unit’s COVID-19 dashboard shows there are 777 active cases of the virus in Ottawa.The city has now seen 5,800 COVID-19 cases since the start of the pandemic. Ottawa enters ‘red’ on COVID-19 warning system as hospitalizations, outbreaks spike There are currently 46 people in hospital with COVID-19 and nine in the intensive care unit, a slight dip from Wednesday.The Ottawa Hospital is reporting a new coronavirus outbreak in the 5N ward of its General campus, where one patient has so far tested positive for the virus.An active outbreak at St.

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What is a ‘superspreader event’ and are gyms still safe?

A Hamilton Ont., spin studio recently reported 61 cases of COVID-19, one of the biggest outbreaks of the virus attributed to a business in Canada.The province and health experts are concerned about potential ‘superspreader events,’ even when preventative measures are followed within indoor places.

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‘Demand has skyrocketed’ for seasonal flu shots in Quebec amid COVID-19

“Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we anticipate greater demand from the population for influenza vaccination,” a spokesperson for the West Island CIUSSS said in a statement.Since Oct. 6, more than 7,000 people have registered for the vaccine.

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I'm A Celeb bosses try to save 2020 show as new Covid rules puts stars into lockdown

I'm A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! series which is due to start filming in the coming weeks could be in doubt due to new coronavirus rules.

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Coronavirus: Indigenous communities in Manitoba continue to experience outbreaks, minister outlines relief being provided

Minister of Indigenous Services Marc Miller on Thursday said Canada has seen an “alarming rise” in COVID-19 cases, including outbreaks in Indigenous communities like York Landing First Nation and Little Grand Rapids First Nation in Manitoba.

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Unit at Regina Correctional Centre under quarantine ‘as a precaution’

Ministry of Justice has quarantined one unit at the Regina Correctional Centre.At this time, there are no confirmed cases of COVID-19 in any of Saskatchewan’s correctional facilities, says ministry officials.The quarantine was implemented “as a precaution.” Saskatchewan police conducting coronavirus self-isolation check-ins “The ministry is working with public health authorities to ensure all necessary precautions are being taken while testing is taking place,” a spokesperson for the ministry said in a statement.[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]“This is all the information we’re able to provide at this time.” Coronavirus: Inmates at Saskatoon jail under quarantine after possible link to COVID-19

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Kamala Harris Suspends Travel After Staffer Tests Positive for COVID-19

Joe Biden's presidential campaign said Thursday that vice presidential nominee Kamala Harris will suspend in-person events until Monday after two people associated with the campaign tested positive for coronavirus. The campaign said Biden had no exposure, though he and Harris spent several hours campaigning together in Arizona on Oct.

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Covid-19: Three further deaths and 1,205 new cases

There have been three coronavirus-related deaths and 1,205 new cases of the disease notified to the Department of Health in the past 24 hours.

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Act now, wait for perfect evidence later, says ‘high priestess’ of U.K. COVID-19 masking campaign

Ellen Ruppel ShellScience’s COVID-19 reporting is supported by the Pulitzer Center and the Heising-Simons Foundation.In May, when several prominent U.K. scientists pushed back against a Royal Society report recommending face masks to help control the spread of COVID-19, Trisha Greenhalgh was furious.

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Tourists return to Hawaii amid ever-changing pandemic rules

HONOLULU – Coronavirus weary residents and struggling business owners in Hawaii will be watching closely as tourists begin to return to the islands on Thursday without being required to self-quarantine upon arrival.A new pre-travel testing program will allow visitors who test negative for COVID-19 to come to Hawaii and avoid the two weeks of mandatory quarantine — a measure that's been in place for all arriving passengers for most of the year. The state-run testing program is an effort to stem the devastating downturn the pandemic has had on Hawaii’s tourism-based economy.

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Lily Allen makes her feelings known about London’s coronavirus rating as she sings: ‘F**k Tier Two’

supports HTML5 videoLily Allen’s never been one to mince her words so it’s no surprise that she didn’t hide how she felt about London being moved to Tier Two amid the coronavirus pandemic. Following the government’s announcement that London was among the cities being moved up to Tier Two, meaning that different households could no longer mix indoors, Lily shared her feelings via the medium of song. She took to her Instagram story to sing: ‘’F**k Tier Two’ three times over before adding: ‘Who are you, Tier Two? What do you mean?’The singer, 35, recently married Stranger Things actor David Harbour, 45, in Las Vegas and is said to be eyeing up a move to the USA in the future. A source had told The Sun that Lily was considering the move, but

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Reality check: No, the WHO didn’t reverse its position on coronavirus lockdowns

World Health Organization has been working this week to clarify its stance on pandemic lockdowns after one of its officials acknowledged the negative economic consequences such measures can bring. Dr. David Nabarro, the organization’s special envoy on COVID-19, made an appeal for world leaders to “stop using lockdowns as your primary control method.” A second coronavirus lockdown in Canada? Experts discuss the likelihood “Lockdowns just have one consequence that you must never ever belittle, and that is making poor people an awful lot poorer,” Nabarro told a British news network on Oct.

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Every I'm A Celeb star who could be banned from entering Wales thanks to new Covid laws

I'm A Celebrity fans breathed a sigh of relief earlier this year when it was announced that the show would be going ahead. ITV bosses had managed to switch up the customary Aussie jungle for a windswept - and allegedly haunted - castle in the north of Wales.

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Almost 60 COVID-19 cases, five deaths now reported at Simcoe Manor long-term care home

coronavirus at the Simcoe Manor long-term care home in Beeton, Ont.Five residents have died as a result of COVID-19 at the nursing home, with the most recent death happening on Tuesday. No more outings for long-term care residents in Toronto, Peel region, Ottawa Earlier this week, Ontario’s Ministry of Long-Term Care issued an order, appointing the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre (RVH) to temporarily manage Simcoe Manor for 90 days.This follows last week’s order by the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit, which directed RVH to oversee infection control response to the outbreak, which was declared on Oct.

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Halloween or Hallo-don’t? What health experts are saying about the spooky night

coronavirus pandemic, health officials are cautioning residents when it comes to celebrating Halloween.Dr. Alexander Summers, associate medical officer of health for the Middlesex-London Health Unit, told Global News people are transmitting COVID-19 the most when they are in unregulated environments like social situations.Summers said people will have to plan for a very different-looking celebration when it comes to Halloween this year.“Those Halloween parties are off the table because it’s those close gatherings that cannot happen.”Summers said details on health recommendations around trick-or-treating should come soon but said it’s important to keep two metres apart at all times.

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Central Florida volunteers work together to create COVID-19 relief kits

ORLANDO, Fla. – Volunteers came together in Orlando Thursday to assemble COVID-19 relief kits for formerly homeless veterans and their families.The project was organized by the Home Depot Foundation, which has a mission of improving the homes and lives of U.S. military veterans and aiding communities affected by natural disasters.[TRENDING: 1 dead in Melbourne triple shooting | Type O blood may mean lower COVID-19 risk | Biketoberfest begins in Daytona Beach]“It’s a great feeling.

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South Africa extends relief grants to help poor amid virus

JOHANNESBURG – South African President Cyril Ramaphosa announced Thursday that his government will extend relief grants to 6 million of the country’s unemployed who have been hurt by the economic downturn caused by the COVID-19 outbreak.Ramaphosa, delivering an economic recovery plan to parliament, also announced more than $5.9 billion for infrastructure projects over the next 10 years to stimulate the economy and create jobs, many of which were lost during the country’s strict lockdown.The initial grants, announced as part of the $26 billion stimulus package announced when the country went into lockdown on March 27, were only supposed to last for six months but have now been extended for a further three months.“Studies have shown that

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Browns send "ill" Beckham home, QB Mayfield feeling better

CLEVELAND – Baker Mayfield's injured ribs aren't the only concern this week for the Cleveland Browns.Star wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. was sent home feeling ill on Thursday as coach Kevin Stefanski said the team acted out of caution because of COVID-19 concerns while preparing for this week's matchup against the unbeaten Pittsburgh Steelers.

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Buy separate health plans for parents if the age gap is high

My father is over 70 years old and has a pre-existing heart condition. I have taken a health insurance of ₹4 lakh each for my father and mother (58 years) along with my corporate health cover. Due to covid-19, I plan to increase this cover. Should I go for an individual cover or add to the corporate cover?—Name withheld on requestIf you can increase your parents’ coverage with your corporate health plan, that would be the best option.

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Nearly 19,000 new coronavirus cases and 138 further deaths recorded in 24 hours

coronavirus have been confirmed in the UK - bringing the total number of UK cases since the pandemic began to 673,622. A further 138 people died within 28 days of testing positive for the virus as of today - bringing the UK death toll to 43,293.However, separate figures published by the UK’s statistics agencies show there have now been 58,500 deaths registered in the UK where Covid-19 was mentioned on the death certificate.In England, a further 81 people who tested positive for coronavirus died in hospital, bringing the total number of confirmed deaths reported in hospitals to 30,743, NHS England said.Patients were aged between 40 and 99.

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Number of active COVID-19 cases in Waterloo Region dips below 100

COVID-19 cases in Waterloo Region is the lowest it has been in nearly a month, according to Waterloo Public Health.The agency says there are currently 98 active COVID-19 cases in the region, the lowest total since Sept. 19 when there were 94 active cases.

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Coronavirus: First death since mid-June, 9 new cases reported in London and Middlesex

coronavirus death toll for London and Middlesex rose for the first time in months on Thursday after officials with the Middlesex-London Health Unit (MLHU) reported one new death.The death, which involved a long-term care home resident in his 90s, is the first reported by the health unit since June 12, when officials announced a retirement home resident in her 90s had died of the virus.Health officials also reported nine new cases, six recoveries and a new outbreak at a local seniors’ facility.The region’s total case tally stands at 1,018, of which 866 people have recovered and 58 have died. There are at least 94 active cases in the region.

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Manitobans to get update on coronavirus, health minister hints at more restrictions

COVID-19 Thursday, as the province’s health minister says more restrictions are possible as case counts continue to rise, especially in the greater Winnipeg area.Dr. Brent Roussin, Manitoba’s chief public officer of health has scheduled a press conference for 12:30 p.m.

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‘Long Covid’ could actually be four different syndromes, researchers say

hereThey have found that ongoing Covid may not be one illness but four different syndromes.These have been broadly categorised as:Some may suffer these simultaneously.Some people are still suffering symptoms seven months after falling ill with the virus and those who had a mild illness at the start can have worse ongoing symptoms than patients who needed intensive care treatment, the researchers say.And they added that it cannot be assumed that people who are at lower risk of severe illness and death from Covid-19 are also at low risk of ongoing Covid.More work is needed to help those who are suffering, they say, as many people are “not believed” when they seek help.Some people may have suffered permanent organ damage as a result of Covid,

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Guelph reports 4 new coronavirus cases, raising total to 357

coronavirus on Thursday, raising the city’s total to 357.Thursday’s case count comes after Guelph reported no new cases on Wednesday, but 10 Tuesday from the long the weekend. Ontario training hundreds of lab workers to deal with testing backlog.

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Three more Greater Manchester primary schools shut completely amid Covid cases

Wigan, Springwood Primary in Swinton, Salford, and St Andrew's CE Primary in Radcliffe, Bury.

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St. Catharines tenant says landlord chose pandemic to install new blinds

Ontario reports 783 new coronavirus cases, 5 more deaths Workers began taking measurements unit by unit on Oct. 1, and when complete, will return for installation.Blake said he has addressed his concerns with the site administrator, who informed him the work would proceed regardless of tenants’ wishes.“The answer I got back was that ownership has decided to continue with the installation of the blinds.

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India needs to scale up COVID-19 testing to contain pandemic: Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw

Mumbai: In the wake of increasing number of COVID-19 cases in the country, Biocon Executive Chairperson Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw on Thursday said there is a need to scale up testing for coronavirus in order to contain the pandemic."We have to make sure that we aggressively test and aggressively contain.

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Canadian home sales up nearly 46% in September: CREA

CREA) said on Thursday.The industry group said actual sales, not seasonally adjusted, rose 45.6% from a year earlier, while the group’s Home Price Index was up 10.3% from September last year and up 1.3% from August.“This is starting to sound like a broken record (about records being broken), but Canadian home sales and prices set records once again in September … as they did in July and August,” said Shaun Cathcart, senior economist at CREA, in a statement.The largest price gains were in smaller Ontario cities and in the capital region of Ottawa, with further flung Toronto suburbs and Ontario cottage towns also showing very strong year-over-year gains.This reinforces the view that Canadians are fleeing the tight confines of urban centers

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Hamilton invites residents’ questions on COVID-19, hosts virtual town hall

Hamilton residents who have questions about the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic will have a chance to get some answers Thursday night.The City of Hamilton will renew its series of virtual town halls and hold them twice a month on alternating Thursdays at 7 p.m. until further notice.The town hall will include Hamilton Mayor Fred Eisenberger, the city’s medical officer of health Dr.

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Covid-19 vaccine: India expected to have one in next few months, says Vardhan

Covid-19 vaccine for distribution in India, Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan on Thursday said that India is expected to have a COVID-19 vaccine in a few months and the country should be in the process of delivering it to people in the next six months.Vardhan made the comments at the Annual General Meeting of Indian Red Cross Society (IRCS) and St.

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The Light cinema in Bolton temporarily closes due to coronavirus pandemic

Bolton cinema has shut temporarily due to the ongoing effects of the coronavirus pandemic. The Light, which is inside Market Place Shopping Centre, has closed with immediate effect.

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