aﬀordable prices as well.Before exploring further, we need to understand the purposes behind testing, which could be any of the following:i) To find if those who display covid like symptoms have the infection or not.ii) To find, if direct or indirect contacts of the confirmed cases are infected, even if they display mild or no symptoms.iii) To periodically test the front line covid warriors both in the health and non-health sector.iv) To gauge the extent of the spread in diﬀerent regions and zones.South Korea is cited as an example of a country where extensive testing has been used as a strategy early-on to limit the spread of infection.

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China reports 21 new coronavirus cases as movie theatres reopen in Beijing

coronavirus continues to recede in China’s capital.Cinemas in parts of the city deemed at low risk of cross-infection began admitting moviegoers under social distancing rules. Tickets must be booked in advance, attendance is capped at 30 per cent of capacity and no eating or drinking is allowed during the show.As with most venues in China, a temperature check and online travel record were required for entry.

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Inside Texas: Rangers open new park in 1-0 win over Rockies

ARLINGTON, Texas – Lance Lynn struck out nine in six sharp innings and the Texas Rangers inaugurated their new retractable-roof stadium with a 1-0 win over the Colorado Rockies on Friday night. After 48 seasons of playing home games outside in the Texas heat, the Rangers had the roof closed for their first game at $1.2 billion Globe Life Field.

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News Releases from Department of Health | Hawai‘i COVID-19 Daily News Digest July 24, 2020

Governor’s Office:Modified Quarantine Rules in Place During Tropical CycloneThe State of Hawai‘i’s mandatory 14-day quarantine rule for travelers is being modified temporarily in consideration of the impacts of Tropical Cyclone Douglas.Governor David Ige said, “I want to make sure that those in quarantine are adequately prepared per the state recommendations. If you are in quarantine, to the extent possible, please have supplies and materials delivered and lean on friends and family to help build your supply kit.

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Doja Cat reveals she was diagnosed with COVID-19... weeks after mocking people concerned about it

Doja Cat has revealed that she was diagnosed with and has since recovered from COVID-19 just weeks after she mocked people concerned about the global pandemic.The 24-year-old rapper - real nameAmala Ratna Zandile Dlamini - confirmed she contracted the virus during an interviewwith Yinka and Shayna Marie on Capital XTRA on Friday.She said: 'I got COVID. Honestly, I don't know how this happens but I guess I ordered something off of Postmates and...

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UP health minister Jai Pratap Singh tests positive for COVID-19

LUCKNOW : Uttar Pradesh Health Minister Jai Pratap Singh said on Friday that he has tested positive for COVID-19.His family members were also tested for the disease and their reports are awaited.Asked whether he was suffering from COVID-19, Singh told PTI on Friday, "Yes. Yesterday evening itself it happened, and the reports have come." The minister said that currently he is in Lucknow.About his family members, the 66-year-old Singh said, "They were tested today (Friday) in the evening, and their reports are likely to come tomorrow."Click here to read the Mint ePaperLivemint.com is now on Telegram.

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Covid-19: Rajasthan to get its first-ever plasma bank

plasma."The Rajasthan government is setting up the state's first plasma bank at Sawai Man Singh Hospital in Jaipur. I appeal to all those who have recovered from COVID-19 to donate plasma and help in saving lives," Sharma said.BJP's Rajya Sabha MP Kirodi Lal Meena is among the 958 people who tested positive for the novel coronavirus in Rajasthan where eight more COVID-19 deaths were reported on Friday, officials said.The total number of coronavirus infection cases reported in the state so far has reached 34,178 of which 9,029 patients are under treatment and 23,536 have recovered.The death toll in the state has climbed to 602.Click here to read the Mint ePaperLivemint.com is now on Telegram.

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South Korea reports 113 new coronavirus cases, highest daily increase since March

South Korea reported 113 cases of the new coronavirus on Saturday, the Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (KCDC) said, the largest one-day increase since March, bringing the country’s total to 14,092.Of the new cases, 86 were imported and 27 were domestic infections. As U.S.

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Coronavirus: New study finds combination of masks, hand washing, social distancing stops COVID-19 spread

A new study out of the Netherlands has found wearing a face mask, practicing proper social distancing and regularly washing your hands is enough to prevent another major COVID-19 outbreak.

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Some Durham businesses remain closed as region reopens with Stage 3

Durham municipalities not rushing Phase 3 reopening “We won’t be leaving the carafe on the table anymore,” says Sneha Singh, who works as a server at the restaurant.“We’re going to take the cream and milk and ask them how they want it, basically kinda make it for them, but not touch it,” she says.“This would eliminate more touching of the basket.”Restaurants have to follow strict cleaning procedures and are only able to seat 50 per cent of their capacity.

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Aguilar leads Marlins over Phillies 5-2 in Girardi's debut

PHILADELPHIA - Jesus Aguilar hit a two-run homer off Aaron Nola, Sandy Alcantara pitched neatly into the seventh and the Miami Marlins beat the Phillies 5-2 Friday night, spoiling manager Joe Girardi’s first game in Philadelphia.The Marlins opened a shortened season delayed by the coronavirus by picking up where they left off last year against the Phillies. They were 10-9 against Philadelphia in 2019, 47-96 against everyone else.PHILADELPHIA, PA - JULY 24: Bryce Harper #3 of the Philadelphia Phillies bats during the game between the Miami Marlins and the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park on Friday, July 24, 2020 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

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‘Real Housewives of Orange County’ Star Shannon Beador & Her 3 Daughters Test Positive For Coronavirus

Shannon Beador and her three daughters have all tested positive for COVID-19. Beador shared the news on Instagram on Friday.“This photo was taken pre-pandemic,” she captioned a pic of her and her daughters all dressed in black tops and jeans.

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Hendricks goes 9; Rizzo HRs, sanitizes; Cubs beat Brew 3-0

CHICAGO – Kyle Hendricks convinced new manager David Ross to let him finish a three-hitter, Anthony Rizzo homered and dished out hand sanitizer, and the Chicago Cubs started the season by beating the Milwaukee Brewers 3-0 on Friday night.Ian Happ also had a two-run drive and Ross got his first victory as a big league manager as the Cubs opened this pandemic-shortened 60-game season without fans at Wrigley Field. Showing off an improved curveball, Hendricks struck out nine and walked none in his first career opening-day start and fourth career shutout.Orlando Arcia had each of Milwaukee's hits off Hendricks (1-0).

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Holly Hill mayor tests positive for COVID-19

VOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. – Holly Hill mayor Chris Via announced he has tested positive for COVID-19.He had to get a second coronavirus test after results from his first test never came.It has been 17 days since his first COVID-19 test, the results were from his second test.Mayor Via said he was in contact with someone who had the virus.Via said he feels great now, but at one point he was feeling exhausted, had headaches and was experiencing shortness of breath.He said no one should wait more than nine days for results.16 mayors in Volusia County sent a letter to Gov. Ron DeSantis to have symptomatic coronavirus testing lanes in the county.Four other counties in the state have drive thru symptomatic lanes.

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U.S. sees over 1,000 coronavirus deaths for 4th straight day, but officials optimistic

United States recorded more than 1,000 deaths from COVID-19 for the fourth straight day on Friday but a top White House advisor on the pandemic said she saw signs that the worst could be past in hard-hit southern and western states.At least 1,019 fatalities due to COVID-19 were confirmed nationwide on Friday, following 1,140 on Thursday, 1,135 on Wednesday and 1,141 on Tuesday. Total cases across the United States rose by at least 68,800 on Friday to over 4 million.The numbers have been driven in large part by a surge in infections in Arizona, California, Florida, Texas and California.

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‘RHOC’ Star Shannon Beador And Her 3 Daughters Test Positive For COVID-19

Shannon Beador and her children are fighting off the novel coronavirus.

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With no crowds, Wrigleyville has different feel for Cubs

CHICAGO – Laurie Shaw heard the roar of the crowd and let out a laugh.The Chicago Cubs were about to open their season at long last against the Milwaukee Brewers on Friday, and it sure sounded like a packed house at Wrigley Field.Of course, no fans were allowed inside the famed ballpark. The noise was piped in — one of many oddities in a season like no other.

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Kershaw: Back issue 'not too serious,' expects return soon

LOS ANGELES – Dodgers ace Clayton Kershaw’s back issue that forced him to miss his opening day start is improving and he hopes to return soon.Manager Dave Roberts said Friday that Kershaw had an MRI after tweaking his back three days earlier. It showed no structural damage.“That's the most important thing,” Roberts said before the Dodgers hosted the Giants.

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Kelowna photographer offering free photo shoot for unemployed residents

An Okanagan professional photographer has stepped up to help others in the community that have been affected by the coronavirus pandemic.

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Coronavirus: Okanagan Regional Library branches reopening to public

Coronavirus: Okanagan Regional Library cancels programming, branches still open Library patrons must keep their distance from one another while browsing and are asked to check out and leave instead of lingering.Meanwhile, meeting rooms have been closed and reading nooks taped off to prevent the spread of COVID-19. As for the books themselves, extra precautions have been taken by employees at the libraries.“Just to be sure that the items we are handling and returning to our shelves for customers to browse are safe we are quarantining materials for 72 hours,” said McPhee.McPhee says that the extra work for staff is worth it to safely expand beyond an online borrowing system.

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Canadian athletes begin one-year countdown to rescheduled Tokyo Summer Olympics

COVID-19 pandemic.But the Vancouver-based long distance runner is not your average marathoner.“It’s a bit surreal, I suppose, but making the Olympic team has also been surreal,” said Pidhoresky.Had it not been for the pandemic, Pidhoresky would be on her way to Tokyo, Japan for the Summer Olympics.“This summer I am just keeping active and doing things I might not normally do, like trail running and a little more cycling,” said Pidhoresky.The games being delayed has had a huge impact on the mindset and training regiment of Canada’s athletes.“They’ve been at home sitting there trying to maintain base fitness — trying to take advantage of this time,” said Marnie McBean, Canada’s Chef de Mission and three-time Olympics Gold medallist.The good

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Fight breaks out at airport after flight canceled when woman allegedly drunk refuses to leave plane

PUERTO RICO - Nobody likes being delayed.A fight erupted at an airport in Puerto Rico after a flight to Philadelphia was canceled. Footage taken during the incident appears to show multiple people attacking a woman in the airport terminal. (Jorge Luis Vargas via Storyful) The incident occurred Monday at the Luis Munoz Marin International Airport in San Juan, the New York Post reports.

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CDC survey finds 35% report COVID-19 symptoms 2-3 weeks after positive test — including young adults

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US records over 1,000 coronavirus deaths for fourth straight day

COVID-19 deaths, according to a Reuters tally. Texas lost a record 206 lives on Wednesday, Florida had a record increase of 173 deaths on Thursday and California's record was 159 on Wednesday.U.S.

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Novavax’s 3,500% surge on a Covid-19 vaccine faces first test

Novavax is on its way to becoming a household name similar to Moderna Inc., another vaccine developer that has rallied since March but has yet to have a product reach the market. Recent $1.6 billion funding from the U.S.

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Canada reports 7 new coronavirus deaths while cases top 113,000

novel coronavirus as well as seven new deaths.The newly reported figures — which are tallied from federal and provincial health figures from across Canada — bring Canada’s total cases and death toll to 113,171 and 8,881, respectively.Overall, 98,872 cases are considered recovered and more than 4.2 million tests have been conducted across Canada.

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Video aims to take the scary out of swabbing for B.C. kids getting tested

COVID-19 test — a process that involves taking a swab deep up the nasal passage — can be nerve-wracking for anyone.It can be even scarier if you’re a child.Now, B.C. Children’s Hospital has released an educational video aimed at kids, with the goal of taking the anxiety out of the experience, should they need a test.

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World War Z Author Says Hollywood Must Help Scientists With COVID-19: ‘Nothing You Do Will Save Us’

World War Z author Max Brooks is taking COVID-19 as seriously as a global zombie infestation.

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Confusion and frustration build over ‘locals first’ boarding rules for BC Ferries.

Under new rules put in place as part of the provincial coronavirus state of emergency, local residents can ask for preferred boarding on some BC Ferries sailings. But there is growing confusion over just who is eligible, and who is supposed to be enforcing those rules.

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Thompson, Werenski share lead at 3M Open at 12 under

BLAINE, Minn. – Michael Thompson and Richy Werenski topped the 3M Open leaderboard going onto the weekend, Tony Finau and Talor Gooch climbed within a stroke and stars Brooks Koepka and Tommy Fleetwood struggled again Friday.In warmer and windier conditions on the quiet, spectator-free TPC Twin Cities course, the scores crept up after Werenski led the first-round pack with an 8-under 63. The 24-year-old, who's winless on the PGA Tour, followed up with a 67.

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Calgary fitness studio linked to 42 cases of COVID-19

The province confirms that classes the spin studio RIDE cycle have been connected to an outbreak of coronavirus in Calgary. As Jenna Freeman reports some say health protocols were not being met.

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Video helps B.C. kids understand COVID-19 tests

B.C. Children’s Hospital has released a video that aims to show kids what to expect if they need a COVID-19 test to help reduce fear and anxiety.

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AZDPS: Teen girl dead, another girl in critical condition after being kidnapped by uncle in Phoenix

PHOENIX - A 13-year-old girl is dead and another 12-year-old girl has been hospitalized in critical condition after their uncle kidnapped them in Phoenix, police say.The two girls had been found injured on July 22 near the US 60 near milepost 116 in Wickenburg, with at least one of them suffering a serious head injury, according to the official police report.

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Coronavirus: Okanagan photographer helping community’s unemployed

An Okanagan professional photographer has stepped up to help others in the community that have been affected by the coronavirus pandemic.Trevor Walker, who runs his own photography business, decided he wanted to help those who have been laid off or are having trouble finding employment due to COVID-19.“I started an initiative called ‘Helping Headshots,’” Walker told Global News on Friday. “Basically, anybody that has lost their job due to COVID-19, I gave them a free photo session.” Possible COVID-19 exposure at downtown Kelowna clothing store: Interior Health According to Statistics Canada data, B.C.’s unemployment rate for July is around 13 per cent.B.C.’s economy added around 118,000 jobs in July as the province started to slowly

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Concerns raised over inconsistent COVID-19 messaging in Alberta

Two doctors say certain actions taken by the province may be sending inconsistent messages to Albertans about public health measures related to the coronavirus. This comes as COVID-19 cases continue to rise in Alberta. Julia Wong reports.

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Patron who visited bar in Kenosee Lake, Sask., tested positive for coronavirus: SHA

Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) has issued a public health advisory after a person tested positive for the novel coronavirus following a visit to a Kenosee Lake bar and restaurant.According to the SHA, the patron was likely infectious when they visited Bar Bar on July 17 from 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.

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Courteney Cox Celebrates Boyfriend Johnny McDaid’s Birthday Virtually Due To Coronavirus Pandemic: ‘It’s Been 133 Days Since We Were Last Together’

Courteney Cox is wishing boyfriend Johnny McDaid a happy birthday from a distance.

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Mel Gibson Spent a Week in L.A. Hospital After Testing Positive for Coronavirus

Mel Gibson spent a week in a Los Angeles hospital in April after testing positive for COVID-19, his representative said Friday. The 64-year-old actor and director has completely recovered and is doing "great," according to the rep.

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Judge denies Oregon's request to stop arrests by US agents

A federal officer runs through tear gas while dispersing a crowd of about a thousand protesters in front of the Mark O. Hatfield U.S.

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Mounting evidence shows masks may help avoid severe illness, even if you get COVID-19

LOS ANGELES - Masks may offer wearers more protection than they even realize.The simple act of wearing a mask amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has become a politically charged topic in the United States and across social media, but most public health officials and doctors have cemented a primary reason for mask effectiveness: to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus.Researchers and scientists are now learning that not only does wearing a mask reduce viral transmission, but it may also help you avoid major illness, even if you end up contracting the novel coronavirus.The hypothesis is explained in a forthcoming article, scheduled to come out next week in the Journal of General Internal Medicine, which further lays out a second theory

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Vikings sign Zimmer to 3-year contract extension through '23

MINNEAPOLIS – The Minnesota Vikings signed head coach Mike Zimmer to a three-year contract extension through the 2023 season, finalizing a key piece of business Friday before the beginning of training camp.Zimmer has a 57-38-1 record over six years, the third-best winning percentage (.599) of the nine head coaches the franchise has had over 59 seasons. The 64-year-old Zimmer trails Bud Grant (.621) and Dennis Green (.610) on the team list, and he's seventh in winning percentage among active NFL head coaches with a minimum of 50 games.The new deal, which was agreed upon earlier in the week, was hardly a surprise for an organization that has prided itself on stability since owners Zygi Wilf and Mark Wilf took over in 2005.

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Coronavirus: Lethbridge city council to begin discussions on face mask policies Monday

City of Lethbridge may be following in the footsteps of its northern counterparts. On Monday, city council is set to begin discussions on a mandatory face mask policy in city-owned facilities and transit.Earlier this week, Calgary council voted in favour of making face coverings mandatory on transit and in public spaces, including shopping malls, entertainment facilities, and taxis.

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Céspedes homers as DH in return, Mets edge Braves 1-0

NEW YORK – Yoenis Céspedes came back with a bang, taking immediate advantage of the new designated hitter rule in the National League by launching a home run that sent Jacob deGrom and the New York Mets past the Atlanta Braves 1-0 in their season opener Friday.After five dominant innings from deGrom, who was popping the catcher’s mitt with 99 mph fastballs from the start, Céspedes connected in the seventh off reliever Chris Martin (0-1) for his first long ball since his previous major league game on July 20, 2018.

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Lethbridge hosts Team Canada judo athletes as they train

“For us to actually have them at the club, it’s a fantastic opportunity,” said Ewan Beaton, the coach for the Judo Canada Regional Training Centre in Lethbridge.

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McDonald’s announces masks are mandatory for customers in the U.S., but not in Canada

McDonald’s restaurants in the U.S. will soon require customers to wear a mask to prevent the spread of COVID-19, locations in Canada have not followed suit.Rather, McDonald’s Canada said patrons are being encouraged to don a face mask at its locations.

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Katie Hopkins slammed for telling people to ditch face masks despite coronavirus risks

Katie Hopkins has found herself in yet another social media storm for continuing to encourage fans to ditch face masks despite the ongoing risk of coronavirus.

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Nicolas Cage’s Son Weston Files Restraining Order Against His Mother For Alleged Abuse During Mental Health Episode

Weston Cage Coppola, the eldest son of actor Nicolas Cage, has reportedly filed a restraining order against his own mother, Christina Fulton.

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Several Lachine pools close after lifeguard tests positive for COVID-19

Montreal Children’s Hospital stresses water safety after 2 children drown in backyard pools Borough resident Lidia Aloe arrived at the LaSalle pool Friday afternoon hoping for a swim. She said she had no idea of the closures.“Well, it’s disappointing because I came two weeks ago and I really enjoyed it,” she said.Another resident, Deejay Sherman, who said he usually brings his two kids to the Kirkland Park pool, is disappointed.“We were coming here daily and, you know, because of COVID it’s not crowded,” he said.

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Brazil	Cases: 21 835 785 Deaths: 608 235 Recovered: 0
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