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6 hours ago
The United States could have almost 148,000 deaths from coronavirus before July 25, according to a new forecast
By Arman Azad
The United States could see nearly 148,000 people die of coronavirus before July 25, an updated forecast from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) warned.
The United States has reported 128,743 covid-19 related deaths so far.
The forecast is based on 24 individual predictions from external institutions and researchers. The new projections, released Thursday, forecast 147,865 deaths by July 25, but add that the number could range from 139,000 to 161,000.
"Statewide aggregate forecasts suggest that the number of new deaths over the next four weeks in Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Idaho, Nevada, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, and Wyoming will likely exceed the number reported in the past four weeks, ”the CDC said on its forecasting website.
"For other states, the number of new deaths is expected to be similar to the number seen in the previous four weeks or to decrease slightly."
6 hours ago
The Governor of Puerto Rico imposes strict measures on visitors
By Joe Sutton
Puerto Rico Governor Wanda Vázquez Garced announced Thursday that she would sign a decree, which will take effect on July 15, and that it will create new mandatory measures regarding passengers and visitors arriving on the island.
"These measures include travelers coming to Puerto Rico to provide a travel statement that will monitor an individual's health status and a SARS-Cov2 qualified negative molecular covid-19 test that has been performed within 72 hours prior to the arrival. In addition, people traveling to the island must observe appropriate social distancing measures and use adequate facial coverage for the nose and mouth at the following airports: Luis Muñoz MarĂn International Airport (SJU), Rafael Hernández International Airport (BQN) and Mercedita International Airport (PSE) ”, says a press release from the Administration of Federal Affairs of Puerto Rico.
The statement adds: "The decree also states that if a person cannot bring a negative molecular test result before arrival, they must go through the screening process established at the airport and perform a rapid serological test. If a serological test result is positive, the individual should undergo a molecular test and remain in quarantine while awaiting results. If a molecular test is positive, a person must remain in quarantine for 14 days and be responsible for assuming the medical and extension expenses of their stay, since the traveler must remain isolated until the Puerto Rico Department of Health deems it necessary . If an individual does not submit a molecular test and does not agree to be tested upon arrival on the island, they must remain in quarantine for 14 days or during their stay in Puerto Rico, whichever is shorter, at their own cost. ”
The decree, however, includes some exceptions such as aviation mechanics and flight crew members who will not remain in Puerto Rico for 72 hours.
Additionally, active military, federal, or other agents authorized by the Secretary of Health may be excluded from testing and quarantine.
7 hours ago
Brazil approaches 1.5 million cases of coronavirus
By Rodrigo Pedroso and Taylor Barnes
(Photo by MAURO PIMENTEL / AFP via Getty Images)
The Brazilian Ministry of Health reported 48,105 new cases of coronavirus on Thursday, bringing the country's total to 1 million 496,858.
Thursday's figures represent the second highest daily increase in new cases since the pandemic began. The highest was recorded on June 19, when 54,771 new cases were registered in 24 hours.
The ministry also reported 1,252 related deaths Thursday, bringing the national figure to 61,884.
7 hours ago
The pandemic could leave 41 million people unemployed in Latin America and the Caribbean
By Tatiana Arias
Up to 41 million people could become unemployed due to the coronavirus pandemic in Latin America and the Caribbean, the International Labor Organization (ILO) warned in a new report on Wednesday.
“The unemployment rate could increase by between 4 and 5 percentage points, bringing the number of unemployed in the region to a record high of 41 million people. If the crisis worsens, the employment situation could worsen, amplifying social inequalities, ”says the report.
Before the pandemic hit, the unemployment rate in Latin America and the Caribbean was 8.1%, around 26 million people by the end of 2019, according to the ILO.
The report analyzed data from the World Bank, which estimates a 7.2% drop in economic growth in the region, leading to an unemployment rate of 12.3%.
The ILO also analyzed the latest figures from the International Monetary Fund, which estimated an economic contraction of 9.4%, resulting in an unemployment rate of 13%.
What the figures mean: “In absolute numbers, these figures imply an increase in the number of people who are looking for a job and cannot get it; from 26 million before the pandemic to 41 million in 2020, ”ILO specialists explained at a press conference on Wednesday.
Where unemployment will hit hardest: Various economic sectors are seeing high unemployment rates. About 40% of workers are in high-risk sectors such as hospitality, food service, small businesses, and labor.
Another 17% are in the medium to high risk sectors, and only 20% of the workforce is engaged in low risk economic activities, such as those in government, education and health positions.
"About 60% of employees in Latin America and the Caribbean are exposed to significant job losses, hours worked and income," according to the report.
7 hours ago
Colombia records more coronavirus deaths than any other day since the pandemic began
By Stefano Pozzebon and Taylor Barnes
Colombia recorded 171 coronavirus-related deaths Thursday, the largest one-day increase since the pandemic began.
That brings the country's death toll to 3,641, according to its health ministry.
The ministry also reported 4,101 new cases, bringing the national total to 106,110.
8 hours ago
It's impossible to determine what caused the latest spike in the U.S., Fauci says, but the reopens didn't help.
By Lauren Mascarenhas
(Photo by Al Drago - Pool / Getty Images)
It is impossible to determine exactly what caused the increase in coronavirus cases in the United States, said Dr. Anthony Fauci, the country's leading infectious disease expert.
But a variety of simultaneous factors, such as protests, political rallies, Memorial Day celebrations and state reopens, likely contributed, Fauci said in an interview with the Harvard Business Review on Thursday.
"It is very difficult to say that this particular demonstration, or that particular demonstration, or that particular vacation on a beach did it," Fauci said. "But something happened that made the peak go up like this."
The increase in cases comes amid reopening efforts in the United States, which Fauci said never closed completely in many ways.
"When the European Union closed ... about 95 percent or more of a country actually closed," he said. "When we were in our confinement, approximately 50% of the country was in confinement."
Fauci said that the disparate response to the pandemic between different states, regions and cities made a unified approach difficult, "probably to our detriment."
8 hours ago
Mexico reports its largest daily increase in new cases
By Matt Rivers and Taylor Barnes
(Photo by GUILLERMO ARIAS / AFP via Getty Images)
The Mexican Ministry of Health reported 6,741 new cases of coronavirus on Thursday, its highest daily increase so far.
The secretariat also reported another 678 related deaths.
The latest figures bring the national total to 238,511 cases and 29,189 deaths, according to the secretariat.
8 hours ago
The United States confirmed more than 52,000 new cases Thursday, the largest daily increase so far.
By Joe Sutton and Keith Allen
The United States confirmed 52,291 new cases of coronavirus on Thursday, according to Johns Hopkins University, the largest daily increase since the pandemic began.
The previous maximum was set just one day earlier, on Wednesday, with 51,174 cases.
Thursday's numbers brought the national total to 2 million 739,879 cases and 128,740 deaths, according to Johns Hopkins University.
US authorities are struggling to control the latest spike in cases, which has led at least 23 states to pause or reverse their reopening plans. Just two or three weeks ago, the number of new cases hovered between 20,000 and 25,000 per day, half the current number.
8 hours ago
What you should know about the mask requirement in Texas
By Faith Karimi and Steve Almasy
Texas Governor Greg Abbott ordered Thursday that residents of counties with 20 or more cases of covid-19 wear a mask (face mask or chinstrap) in public.
"We have the ability to keep businesses open and move our economy forward so that Texans can continue to earn a salary, but it requires each of us to do our part to protect each other, and that means wearing a mask in public spaces." Abbott said in a statement.
The order takes effect on Friday at 12:01 pm CT.
Cases on the rise: The measure comes when Texas, like other states, sees a jump in cases. More than 175,000 cases have been reported in the state, the second most populous in the United States, since the pandemic began.
Just days before the July 4 weekend, the United States set another record for new coronavirus cases, and at least 23 states were pausing their reopening plans to combat the growing infections.
8 hours ago
United States Endorses New Test That Detects Both Flu and Coronavirus
By Maggie Fox
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authorized a new test Thursday that diagnoses both influenza and the new coronavirus.
The test, designed by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), is the first dual test to obtain FDA emergency use authorization.
"By authorizing these tests, the FDA is helping to address concerns in anticipation of this upcoming flu season during the covid-19 pandemic, which could be especially worrisome for some Americans," said FDA Commissioner Stephen Hahn. it's a statement.
"With just a swab or sample, combination tests can be used to get answers to Americans faster. This efficiency can be of great help in providing timely information to those patients with an unknown respiratory disease. ”
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