Russia hits new virus death record as autumn surge persists
Russia has recorded a new record-high daily death toll from COVID-19, continuing a persistent rise that has brought new records
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NHS Test and Trace had critical impact on reducing COVID-19 transmission, new model finds
NHS Test and Trace had a significant impact on driving down levels of COVID-19 transmission between June 2020 to April
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Philippines reimposes virus lockdown in capital
The Philippines reimposed Tuesday a virus lockdown in the capital Manila, a day after announcing the lifting of stay-at-home orders
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New Zealand extends virus lockdown; Australia eyes vaccines
New Zealand’s government on Monday said it will extend a strict nationwide lockdown until at least Friday as it tries
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New Zealand PM warns virus outbreak will grow
New Zealanders must brace for additional COVID-19 cases from an outbreak that has plunged the previously virus-free country into a
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University of Arkansas receives $6.1 million grant to establish an institute focused on virus research
The National Science Foundation has awarded a $6.1 million grant to the University of Arkansas to establish a research institute
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Canada official: 4th virus wave possible if steps not taken
Canada’s chief public health officer said Friday that the country could face a fourth wave of COVID-19, driven by the
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Argentina logs 100,000 virus deaths as Delta variant looms
Argentina on Wednesday reported more than 100,000 deaths from COVID-19 since the pandemic began, a heavy blow to a country
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Germany needs lower virus numbers for ‘carefree summer’: minister
Germany needs to stay vigilant and further bring down the number of coronavirus infections if the country is to enjoy
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Study: Virus, restrictions increase mental health risks for nursing home caregivers
No matter one’s age, race, gender, socioeconomic status or political party, COVID-19 has impacted everyone at some level. That impact
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