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‘Florida is already Wuhan, China’: Doctors sound alarm as Miami-Dade ICUs reach 118 percent of capacity

MIAMI - Miami-Dade County has been dubbed the new epicenter of COVID-19 in the U.S. as cases surge throughout Florida, and a doctor at one of the state’s largest hospitals is sounding an alarm, comparing the current spike in cases in the county to the first known outbreak in Wuhan, China.Miami-Dade County accounts for 24% of the state’s total cases, according to the U.S.

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Chelsea Handler Makes A Bra Out Of Face Masks While Urging People To Prevent The Spread Of COVID-19

Chelsea Handler is urging the public to wear face masks in a very Chelsea Handler way.

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Tech CEO's personal assistant charged in gruesome killing

NEW YORK - Police arrested a Brooklyn man in the murder of a tech entrepreneur in Manhattan, a law enforcement official said Friday. The suspect worked at a personal assistant to the victim, Fahim Saleh, whose body was found dismembered inside his luxury seventh-floor apartment on the Lower East Side.Police officers found Saleh, 33, at around 3:30 p.m.

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Mandatory face covering order updated to accommodate Stage 3 in Kingston region

COVID-19 outbreak at a Kingston nail salon that infected nearly 40 people in the region. Kingston-area public health officials order mandatory mask-wearing in indoor public settings The order also mandated that all establishments have hand sanitizer readily available and that businesses not in compliance with the order could be fined $5,000 a day.There were exceptions to the rule, with schools, day camps, child care facilities, hospitals or health facilities and restaurant patios not having to require masks.In addition to these exceptions, public health said children under the age of two, or any child who refuses to wear a mask is not required to and that anyone who medical reason not to wear a mask is not required to.

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US sets daily COVID-19 record: 75,000 new cases

The United States saw more than 75,000 new cases of the novel coronavirus, as hospitals in Georgia and Arizona are looking to nearby states to take on patients.

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Rita Wilson Says COVID-19 Face Mask Debate "Doesn't Make Sense"

Rita Wilson says wearing a face mask during a pandemic should be as normal and unquestioned as brushing one's teeth twice a day. "Why wouldn't you wear a mask if it's good for your health?" she asks.

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Coronavirus: Hamilton joins regional municipalities in passing mandatory mask bylaw

draft constructed a week ago by members of the city’s board of health.In the 90 plus minute debate, the bulk of councillors pleaded for the public to stay resolute with the province’s emergency orders requiring social distancing amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Hamilton board of health approves bylaw making masks mandatory in indoor public spaces “Please wear a mask.

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Edmonton Oilers defenceman Caleb Jones has recovered from COVID-19

Edmonton Oilers defenceman Caleb Jones confirmed on Friday that he has recovered from COVID-19.“A couple of weeks ago, I came in Edmonton actually early and I was going to do my seven-day isolation. I had a positive test for COVID,” said Jones.

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1 new death reported amid COVID-19 outbreak at Edmonton’s Good Samaritan Southgate Care Centre

COVID-19 outbreak at a south Edmonton continuing care centre continues to grow, with one additional death related to the disease reported Friday.In an update on its website Friday morning, Good Samaritan Southgate Care Centre said there are 34 active cases of COVID-19 in residents at the facility. In addition, there are nine active cases of the novel coronavirus in staff members.Two residents have died of COVID-19; the first death was reported earlier this week and the second on Friday morning.

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Rabbi: Cannon 'genuinely concerned' after apology, meeting

A prominent rabbi who met with Nick Cannon says the television host and producer is “genuinely concerned about the hurt” he caused by making anti-Semitic remarks, and they intend to work together to reject hate. Cannon apologized to the Jewish community this week for his “hurtful and divisive” words, a day after ViacomCBS cut ties with him for the comments made on a podcast where he discussed racial bias, and following a phone conversation with Rabbi Abraham Cooper, the Simon Wiesenthal Center’s associate dean.

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Everything you need to know about Osceola County’s back-to-school plan

OSCEOLA COUNTY, Fla. – As Florida continues to see a surge in coronavirus cases, Osceola County school leaders are working to welcome students back for the 2020-2021 academic year with adjusted learning options.Osceola County Public Schools has been working on details to reopen for in-person learning after the Florida Department of Education issued an executive order telling schools to physically reopen come August.The school district’s “Ready. Set.

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Bombshell announcement made after 3 accused in killing of Ahmaud Arbery plead not guilty

BRUNSWICK, Ga. – The three Glynn County men accused in the murder of 25-year-old Ahmaud Arbery appeared via video conference Friday at an arraignment hearing, pleading not guilty to all charges. During a hearing on a motion to grant bond following the arraignments, it came out that one of the defendants is under federal investigation for sex crimes, according to News 6 sister station WJXT.Travis McMichael and his father, Gregory, are accused in the shooting of Arbery as he jogged through their neighborhood in late February.

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Coronavirus: Face masks or coverings to become mandatory on GO Transit, UP Express

Metrolinx has announced it will be enacting a policy requiring face masks or coverings to be worn while using GO Transit or UP Express amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.According to an update posted by Metrolinx on Friday, the mandatory policy will come into effect on Tuesday.“For the safety of fellow riders and transit staff, it’s the right thing to do to help fight the spread of COVID-19,” the update said.[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]A spokesperson for the transit organization told Global News face masks or coverings will be required while riding on GO Transit and UP Express trains and buses as well as while at stations, including while standing on bus and train platforms (considered under

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Advocates: Ban On Group Home Visits Harmful To Residents.

Albuquerque (NM) Journal (7/5, Gallagher) reports New Mexico Health Secretary Kathy Kunkel on June 19 prohibited “day visits for people on the state’s Developmental Disability Waiver program and prohibited visits by parents and guardians to group homes” because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Claim that coconut oil is worse for biodiversity than palm oil sparks furious debate

A laborer climbs a tree to pluck coconuts at a farm on the outskirts of Bangalore, India. By Dyna Rochmyaningsih Palm oil has a bad reputation—but is coconut oil worse?A new study argues coconut production poses a threat to biodiversity—including vertebrates, arthropods, mollusks, and plants—five times greater than palm oil.

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Coronavirus: Fauci urges public leaders to be ‘as forceful as possible’ when it comes to mask-wearing

Dr. Anthony Fauci, the Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, on Friday addressed mandating mask wearing in all public venues, saying he would urge all public leaders to be “as forceful as possible” to get people to wear masks in all indoor spaces.

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White House document urges 18 states in virus ‘red zone’ to mandate masks, close bars, increase testing

WASHINGTON - A recent unpublicized White House document prepared by the coronavirus task for and obtained by the Center for Public Integrity on Thursday shows that 18 states are currently in the “red zone” for coronavirus cases.The nonprofit newsroom based in Washington, D.C. published the document, which was dated July 14, saying that it appeared to have been circulated within the federal government, but not publicly.According to the Center for Public Integrity, the document indicates the 18 “red zone” states “had more than 100 new cases per 100,000 population last week.

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You could face a $50 fine if you’re caught without a mask in Daytona Beach

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – A person caught without a mask in Daytona Beach could face a $50 fine.The latest decision was approved at a city council meeting on Wednesday.In June, Daytona Beach passed a mandate requiring residents to wear a mask in public.The penalty is a noncriminal infraction. The first offense is a $50 fine.

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Military medics deploy in California, Texas as virus surges

Get breaking news alerts in the FOX 11 News app. Download for iOS or Android.“We’re going to put a heck of a lot of people out there,” said Mayor Carlos Gimenez.

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Masks made mandatory at IWK and NSHA hospitals starting next week

COVID-19.“Requiring people to wear masks adds another layer of protection… and is consistent with evolving evidence and advice from public health experts,” said NSHA president and CEO Dr. Brendan Carr, in a news release.

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Rita Wilson Questions Why COVID-19 Face Masks Are A Debate: ‘It Doesn’t Make Sense’

Rita Wilson has some candid thoughts on the COVID-19 face mask debate.

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‘Black lives matter’ posters must hang in every San Francisco police station, over objection of union

FILE - A person holds a Black Lives Matter sign. SAN FRANCISCO - Black lives matter posters must hang in every police station throughout San Francisco, its civilian-led police commission voted, mandating that the signs be posted within the month.The controversial resolution, which was objected to by the union, was unanimously approved by the commission on Wednesday, the Chronicle first reported. Of note, the signs will not read: Black Lives Matter.

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N.S. makes masks mandatory on public transit, eases visitor restrictions in long-term care homes

No new coronavirus cases reported in Nova Scotia Friday The province said changes to the province’s directive to long-term care homes will allow for more visitors outdoors, limited indoor visits and some return to activities.According to the government, the following changes can be implemented by long-term care facilities, effective July 22:[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]“Individual long-term care homes can decide which of these changes they will implement, based on operational considerations and the availability of appropriate space,” the province said in a statement.Adult residential centres and regional rehabilitation centres licensed by the Department of Community Services will also

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Tech CEO's personal assistant arrested in gruesome killing

The decapitated body of Fahim Saleh, 33, was found in his apartment on the Lower East Side. (FOX 5 NY) NEW YORK - A person was taken into custody in the killing of a 33-year tech entrepreneur who was found dismembered inside his luxury Manhattan condo, a law enforcement official said Friday.The person in custody had worked as Fahim Saleh's personal assistant, the official told The Associated Press.

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Bill Kelly: Get with the program — wear a face mask

likely to pass a similar bylaw on Friday.Let’s cut to the bottom line: face masks are necessary.And no, I’m not being paranoid, I’m being cautious. 2 hairstylists with COVID-19 saw 139 clients.

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Feinstein: No stimulus money to states that don't mandate the wearing of masks

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Rivers Casino reopens on Friday with health guidelines

PHILADELPHIA - Rivers Casino reopened its doors to the public on Friday with aggressive health guidelines designed to stem the spread of the coronavirus.The casino, located on the 1000 block of North Delaware Avenue in Fishtown, closed in early March as the pandemic began to grip the city. Just over four months later, the gamblers will notice a much different gambling environment.Upon entry, guests will have their temperatures checked using a contactless thermal camera. If a guest has a temperature at or above 100.4 degrees, the individual will not be allowed to enter the casino.All guests and staff will be required to wear masks while inside the casino as per the statewide mask mandate.

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A former Navy disaster specialist wages war against COVID-19 on U.S./Mexico border

Jon CohenScience’s COVID-19 reporting is supported by the Pulitzer Center and the Heising-Simons Foundation.SAN DIEGO—When COVID-19 patients began to pour into Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista a few months ago, before the new coronavirus began to ravage much of the state, it shook up the medical team in the intensive care unit (ICU). “The morale wasn’t very good,” says Dennis Amundson, a pulmonologist who runs the ICU.

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Anna Williamson in talks to make mental health documentary

Anna Williamson is in talks about making a documentary on mental health in relationships. The 'Celebs Go Dating' guru has entered discussions with producers about making her next big documentary, which will look at how relationships can affect people's mental health.

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'Vital' that Tay Cities Deal gets signed to boost the region post-coronavirus

Perthshire politicians have joined calls for the UK Government to sign off on the Tay Cities Deal to assure the region it will go ahead despite the COVID-19 crisis. Perth and North Perthshire MP Pete Wishart and Perthshire North MSP John Swinney have spoken out following a joint letter from the heads of all four local authorities involved in the ambitious project and a question to the prime minister from Dundee West MP Chris Law.

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Brit couple reveal what a holiday to Turkey looks like post-coronavirus lockdown

A Brit couple have lifted the lid on what it's like to go on holiday to Turkey post-coronavirus lockdown.

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Dad fights for life after son met friends and infected his whole family with coronavirus

A dad is fighting for his life with coronavirus after his son ignored advice to wear a face mask and not meet with friends.

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Celebs Go Dating star 'to make documentary on impact of relationships on mental health'

Celebs Go Dating relationship expert Anna Williamson is in talks to create a documentary series about the impact romances have on mental health.

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What will the covid-19 bride wear?

₹3-3.7 trillion), growing annually at 25-30%. It was deemed almost recession-proof—until covid-19 hit.It has taken its toll on couture, which has constituted a big part of bridal wear for decades, given not just the cultural influences but the fact that bridal and occasion-wear tend to be bespoke.Increasingly, however, big weddings and social gatherings are being replaced by intimate family occasions, even Zoom weddings. All this is changing the way brides dress.

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Edmonton’s Rogers Place damaged by ‘significant storm’

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Coronavirus: Georgia governor sues Atlanta mayor, council over mandatory mask rule

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp is suing Atlanta’s mayor and city council to block the city from enforcing its mandate to wear a mask in public and other rules related to the COVID-19 pandemic.Kemp and Georgia Attorney General Chris Carr, in a suit filed in state court late Thursday in Atlanta, argue that Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms has overstepped her authority and must obey Kemp’s executive orders under state law.

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Father concerned about how son with autism will return to school

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Javier Figueroa said his 9-year-old son Jarlier attends school in the Orange County Public Schools district. “They have wonderful teachers for students with special needs and he loves that school,” Figueroa said.But he said, it’s half way through July, and he hasn’t heard the specifics on how the district plans to keep students, like Jarlier safe.For example, he said one of his concerns is regarding mask wearing.

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US Covid-19 cases shatter records and rise by 70,000 in single day

COVID-19 cases on Thursday, a record daily increase for the seventh time this month, according to a Reuters tally.U.S. deaths are also rising and have recently reached the highest levels since early June, led by Arizona, California, Florida and Texas, according to the tally.More than half of all states - 30 out of 50 - have reported record one-day increases in cases this month.

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India has good Covid-19 recovery rate and low mortality: AIIMS Director

Dr Randeep Guleria said.On being asked about the rising COVID-19 cases, Dr Guleria told ANI, "The number of COVID-19 cases is increasing in India because of the huge population of our country.

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Saskatchewan nurses’ union calls for mandatory masks

Registered nurses across the province say it’s time the province required people to wear masks when physical distancing isn’t possible.“This needs to happen,” said Tracy Zambory, Saskatchewan Union of Nurses president. “There should be no questions asked.”Health officials across the country have said masks reduce the spread of COVID-19.The recent spread of the virus in southern Saskatchewan is troubling, Zambory said.

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Woman who refused to wear mask in Starbucks wants half of $100K raised for barista who wouldn’t serve her

SAN DIEGO - Last month Amber Gilles posted a scathing review to her Facebook page after an incident in which San Diego Starbucks employee Lenin Gutierrez refused to serve her for not wearing a mask, resulting in the creation of a GoFundMe page for Gutierrez, which raised more than $100,000 in tips for him.Now, Gilles is demanding what she reportedly claims is her share of the money — half, to be exact. “Meet lenen from Starbucks who refused to serve me cause I’m not wearing a mask.

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Regina’s Revival Music Room ready to rock 2 live shows this weekend

live music, residents in Regina won’t have wait much longer.Revival Music Room is kicking off its reopening weekend with a couple of shows beginning on Friday night.Melissa Mannett & Brad Papp play Friday night, while Diamond and the Rough play Saturday night.“This is hard times for everybody and I think that music and the arts soothes people’s souls. I think people need to get out and socialize a little bit,” said Jason Gervais, Revival Music Room owner.

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Georgia governor sues Atlanta mayor, city council over mask mandate

Gov. Brian Kemp of Georgia holds a press briefing from the state capitol Thursday afternoon May 21, 2020 (FOX 5 Atlanta).

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Coronavirus: London restaurants talk Stage 3 reopening plans, staying afloat during pandemic

coronavirus. Ontario reopening Stage 3: Gathering limit increasing as indoor dining, gyms permitted to reopen Ivan Santana-Barnes and his husband Christopher opened their restaurant Ivanopoblano in November, just a few months before the novel coronavirus forced businesses to shut down.The organic Mexican restaurant has a small dining room, which has made them want to wait before they let people inside again.“We used to seat 26 people, but it was very communal, and now with six feet apart, it’s hard.

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53 cases, including 7 deaths, now linked to COVID-19 outbreak at Edmonton’s Misericordia Hospital

COVID-19 outbreak at Edmonton’s Misericordia Hospital continues to grow, with a total of 53 cases linked to the facility as of Thursday afternoon.In an update on its website, Covenant Health — the organization that operates the hospital — said there were 16 patients currently in hospital because of the novel coronavirus. One patient was discharged on Wednesday.Two additional staff members have tested positive in connection with the outbreak, bringing the total of affected staff to 21, Covenant Health said.In total, seven deaths have now been linked to the outbreak.

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As MLB 60-game season draws near, careful optimism prevails

With the start of Major League Baseball's shortened season a week away, games in empty stadiums and strange extra-inning rules are on the verge of becoming reality.Now that the players have gotten used to COVID-19 tests, social distancing and wearing masks in the clubhouse, it's just about time to see if 30 teams can handle a 60-game schedule amid a pandemic.“Obviously, it’s going to feel a little different the way things are going with no fans and what-not," Brewers infielder Eric Sogard said, “but we’re all excited to get going and get back out there.”The season begins next Thursday night with the defending World Series champion Washington Nationals hosting the New York Yankees, and the Los Angeles Dodgers welcoming the rival San

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Philadelphia schools: Most kids in class 2 days per week in the fall

PHILADELPHIA - The Philadelphia School District announced Wednesday that it plans to resume limited in-person instruction in the fall, with most students in class just two days per week and learning remotely the other three.District officials also warned that it’s “highly likely” that evolving COVID-19 conditions will require individual schools or even the entire district to shut down temporarily or even for the balance of the school year.“There is no room for politics when it comes to safely educating our children and ensuring that the professionals — the adults responsible for this work — can do so without placing their health in jeopardy," Superintendent William Hite Jr.

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Edmonton’s Caulfield brothers battle COVID-19 misinformation with art, science

Timothy Caulfield’s latest project in the fight against fake news invites people to take a pause and think, before sharing. University of Alberta prof’s show debunking health myths picked up by Netflix The brothers said it’s part of a broader project to combat misinformation.“We really want to come at this issue from every angle we possibly can,” Timothy said.

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United States	Cases: 46 252 513 Deaths: 750 423 Recovered: 0
India	Cases: 34 321 025 Deaths: 459 652 Recovered: 0
Brazil	Cases: 21 835 785 Deaths: 608 235 Recovered: 0
United Kingdom	Cases: 9 215 683 Deaths: 141 607 Recovered: 0
Russia	Cases: 8 494 589 Deaths: 237 619 Recovered: 0

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