May 16 CDC director says mask turnaround based solely on science By Kimberlee Kruesi, Associated Press The sudden change sparked praise from those eager to return to pre-pandemic life, particularly those who see the new guidelines as a way to reopen workplaces, schools and other venues that went dark during the pandemic. Continue reading
May 14 Watch 5:06 Is the CDC guidance easing mask requirements premature? A doctor weighs in By Lisa Desjardins In many states, fully vaccinated Americans can now resume most activities without wearing a mask. The new guidance announced Thursday by the CDC was met with jubilation in many quarters. But there are also concerns the changes for indoor masking… Continue watching
May 13 Watch 9:33 CDC director on mask guidance for the fully vaccinated, unvaccinated and immunocompromised Fully vaccinated Americans will now be able to go mask-free indoors in most places, and outdoors in crowds, according to new guidance released Thursday from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky signed off on… Continue watching
Apr 27 Watch 7:48 When do I need a mask? Understanding the CDC’s post-vaccine guidance The CDC announced new guidance about wearing masks today, specifically when masks are no longer needed outside for vaccinated people. The latest recommendations maintain important warnings about masking indoors and in crowds outside. To understand more about this revised guidance… Continue watching
Apr 27 Watch 6:39 How misinformation is used to amplify and solidify ideology By Amna Nawaz, Tess Conciatori There are many myths and much disinformation circulating online, including those related to the pandemic. Fox News host Tucker Carlson made headlines on Monday for his anti-mask stance that included false claims. To explain how and why similar falsehoods spread,… Continue watching
Mar 18 Watch 6:29 News Wrap: U.S. to send 4 million COVID vaccines to Mexico, Canada In our news wrap Thursday, the U.S. will send a combined 4 million doses of AstraZeneca’s COVID vaccine to Mexico and Canada, the European Union’s drug regulatory agency said the vaccine does not pose a significant threat of blood clots,… Continue watching
Mar 06 Europe staggers as infectious variants power virus surge By Colleen Barry, Associated Press Genetic analysis confirmed what officials already suspected: The highly contagious coronavirus variant first identified in England was racing through the community, a densely packed city of nearly 40,000 with a chemical plant and a Pirelli bicycle tire factory a 15-minute… Continue reading
Aug 06 In Michigan, political divides create two pandemic realities By Daniel Bush In interviews across the state, Michigan residents expressed a wide range of views about the coronavirus pandemic, and why their political beliefs help shape their public health decisions. Continue reading
Aug 06 U.K. says 50 million face masks it bought might not be safe By Jill Lawless, Associated Press The masks were part of a 252 million pound ($332 million) contract the government signed with investment firm Ayanda Capital in April. Papers filed in a court case reveal that the masks won't be distributed because they have ear loops… Continue reading
Jul 16 Watch 4:08 A Georgia mayor on his state’s ‘deeply frustrating’ political battle over face masks On Wednesday, Georgia’s Republican governor, Brian Kemp, put the issue of wearing face masks front and center. Kemp signed an order that bans towns and cities from requiring masks be worn, even as coronavirus cases in the state rise. Mayor… Continue watching