Lois M. Collins, Deseret News | Posted April 15 - 6:17 a.m.
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More people think the COVID-19 pandemic's ongoing than don't, according to a new HarrisX poll for the Deseret News. That's despite the fact that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services declared the pandemic in America over nearly a year ago.
Emma Pitts, Deseret News | Posted March 24 - 7:18 a.m.
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In 2020, when the oldest members of Generation Z were turning 23 and taking on their first experiences in adulthood, the world was forced to shut down.
Lois M. Collins, Deseret News | Posted March 22 - 10:31 p.m.
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In Utah, 94% of the people dropped from Medicaid rolls recently lost coverage without any determination of being ineligible. Their application/review process had not been completed.
Emma Pitts, Deseret News | Posted March 10 - 10:32 p.m.
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Exacerbated by the pandemic, the mental health crisis in America is growing as more and more people admit to having symptoms of anxiety and depression — and at younger ages, according to reports.
Amanda Musa, CNN | Posted March 6 - 8:44 a.m.
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The U.S. government's free at-home COVID-19 test program will be suspended Friday, according to the Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response.
Zeke Miller, Associated Press | Posted March 5 - 8:19 a.m.
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The White House has lifted its COVID-19 testing requirement for those who plan to be in close contact with President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris and their spouses.
Mike Stobbe, Associated Press | Posted March 2 - 10:01 a.m.
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Older U.S. adults should roll up their sleeves for another COVID-19 shot, even if they received a booster in the fall, an advisory panel said Wednesday.
Mike Stobbe, Associated Press | Posted March 1 - 3:32 p.m.
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U.S. health officials say people with COVID-19 no longer need to stay in isolation for five days. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention changed its longstanding guidance on Friday.
Associated Press | Posted Feb. 21 - 8:40 a.m.
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The Supreme Court has rejected appeals from three Republican House members who challenged fines for not wearing face coverings on the House floor in 2021.
Chandni Shah and Mariam Sunny, Reuters | Posted Feb. 13 - 2:35 p.m.
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The CDC plans to drop its five-day COVID-19 isolation recommendations under new guidance planned by the agency, the Washington Post reported on Tuesday.
Jen Christensen, CNN | Posted Feb. 13 - 8:20 a.m.
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Millions of people deal with COVID-19 symptoms long after their initial infections. Two new studies — one looking at pregnant people and the other on children — give a better look at the burden from this health problem that doctors say often goes under the radar.
Lois M. Collins, Deseret News | Posted Feb. 11 - 11:17 a.m.
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The next time someone giving you a shot asks, "Which arm?" don't be cavalier. New research suggests the question may be more important than you think — at least if the vaccine calls for two doses.
Lois M. Collins, Deseret News | Posted Feb. 4 - 3:34 p.m.
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The latest round of COVID-19 boosters is about 54% effective in preventing symptomatic infection in those with normal immune systems, according to a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Deidre McPhillips, Amanda Musa and Carma Hassan, CNN | Posted Jan. 2 - 9:45 a.m.
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As seasonal virus activity surges across the U.S., experts stress the importance of preventive measures – such as masking and vaccination – and the value of treatment for those who do get sick.