‘It tastes like candy’: 105-year-old woman beats COVID-19 on gin-soaked raisin diet
Lucia DeClerck credits prayer for surviving the coronavirus at 105 years old, but she also pointed out she has a diet of raisins soaked in gin.
Lucia DeClerck credits prayer for surviving the coronavirus at 105 years old, but she also pointed out she has a diet of raisins soaked in gin.
Fauci: In country as ‘rich and sophisticated’ as US, 500,000 shouldn’t have died of COVID-19
In a recent interview, Dr. Anthony Fauci — the nation’s leading infectious disease expert — called the COVID-19 death toll in the U.S. “stunning in its magnitude” and said it should not have happened in such a “rich and sophisticated” country.
In a recent interview, Dr. Anthony Fauci — the nation’s leading infectious disease expert — called the COVID-19 death toll in the U.S. “stunning in its magnitude” and said it should not have happened in such a “rich and sophisticated” country.
CDC: 55 COVID-19 cases identified among 81 fitness class attendees at Chicago exercise facility
The CDC said 55 COVID-19 cases were identified among 81 attendees of indoor high-intensity classes at a Chicago exercise facility in August and September.
The CDC said 55 COVID-19 cases were identified among 81 attendees of indoor high-intensity classes at a Chicago exercise facility in August and September.
Schools required to administer standardized testing this year
Just as students are starting to head back in the classroom during the coronavirus pandemic, they are also finding out standardized tests will be mandatory this year.
Just as students are starting to head back in the classroom during the coronavirus pandemic, they are also finding out standardized tests will be mandatory this year.
COVID-19 antibodies were present for up to 3 months in people infected with coronavirus, NIH study finds
NIH researchers have found some evidence that suggests people previously infected with COVID-19 may have lasting antibodies that help protect against reinfection, though the extent to which that protection holds up against emerging variants remains unclear.
NIH researchers have found some evidence that suggests people previously infected with COVID-19 may have lasting antibodies that help protect against reinfection, though the extent to which that protection holds up against emerging variants remains unclear.
Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam to ease some coronavirus restrictions March 1
Virginia Governor Ralph Northam said that he will allow the state to slowly begin to ease some restrictions that have been in place to mitigate the spread of COVID-19.
Virginia Governor Ralph Northam said that he will allow the state to slowly begin to ease some restrictions that have been in place to mitigate the spread of COVID-19.
FDA releases new data on Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine ahead of decision
An analysis by U.S. regulators says Johnson & Johnson's single-dose vaccine protects against COVID-19.
An analysis by U.S. regulators says Johnson & Johnson's single-dose vaccine protects against COVID-19.
Zoom fatigue is real, Stanford study concludes
Zoom fatigue is real. Spending so much time online, even if you're talking to friends through video, can make you tired, irritated and emotionally drained.
Zoom fatigue is real. Spending so much time online, even if you're talking to friends through video, can make you tired, irritated and emotionally drained.
Fairfax County Health Department partnering with Giant Pharmacy to administer COVID-19 vaccine
Giant Pharmacy is partnering with the Fairfax County Health Department to begin administering the COVID-19 vaccine.
Giant Pharmacy is partnering with the Fairfax County Health Department to begin administering the COVID-19 vaccine.
West Virginia lawmakers photographed wearing improper masks while conducting official duties
Multiple members of the West Virginia legislature have been photographed in the past month wearing improper masks while conducting their official duties such as attending legislative sessions and conducting committee meetings.
Multiple members of the West Virginia legislature have been photographed in the past month wearing improper masks while conducting their official duties such as attending legislative sessions and conducting committee meetings.
Fourth Maryland mass vaccination site opening in Charles County
The Southern Maryland Blue Crabs’ 2020 season may have been halted by the arrival of the novel coronavirus, but now Waldorf -- the home of Charles County's minor league baseball team -- hopes to provide another stepping-stone toward bringing people back to the national pastime.
The Southern Maryland Blue Crabs’ 2020 season may have been halted by the arrival of the novel coronavirus, but now Waldorf -- the home of Charles County's minor league baseball team -- hopes to provide another stepping-stone toward bringing people back to the national pastime.
Maryland officials want you to know that you cannot be charged for the COVID-19 vaccine
As COVID-19 vaccines become more readily available, Maryland officials want to make sure everyone knows – those shots shouldn’t cost you a dime.
As COVID-19 vaccines become more readily available, Maryland officials want to make sure everyone knows – those shots shouldn’t cost you a dime.
Mexico's president says nation handling COVID-19 pandemic better than US
Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador said Tuesday that his country is doing better than the United States in dealing with the coronavirus pandemic, even though Mexico’s per capita death rate is probably higher and the country has vaccinated less than 1% of its population.
Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador said Tuesday that his country is doing better than the United States in dealing with the coronavirus pandemic, even though Mexico’s per capita death rate is probably higher and the country has vaccinated less than 1% of its population.
Woodbridge Middle School employee dies of COVID-19
As school districts across our area continue to bring students back to the classroom, one district is dealing with losing another one of their own due to the coronavirus.
As school districts across our area continue to bring students back to the classroom, one district is dealing with losing another one of their own due to the coronavirus.
Apple issues warning after cardiologist 'stunned' to find iPhone 12 can control cardiac devices
A Michigan cardiologist became suspicious of Apple’s new magnetic charging technology, so he passed an iPhone 12 over the chest of a patient with an implantable defibrillator — and was stunned to find it tripped the magnetic switch.
A Michigan cardiologist became suspicious of Apple’s new magnetic charging technology, so he passed an iPhone 12 over the chest of a patient with an implantable defibrillator — and was stunned to find it tripped the magnetic switch.
‘Several’ Maryland state lawmakers test positive for COVID-19
Several lawmakers in the Maryland State House have tested positive for the novel coronavirus, according to Senate President Bill Ferguson.
Several lawmakers in the Maryland State House have tested positive for the novel coronavirus, according to Senate President Bill Ferguson.
COVID-19’s impact on cancer care has been 'profound,' experts say, with many delaying routine screenings
A survey found many American adults aren’t keeping up with routine cancer screenings, citing fear of COVID-19 as the reason. But delays in diagnosis could lead to a spike in cancer deaths down the road.
A survey found many American adults aren’t keeping up with routine cancer screenings, citing fear of COVID-19 as the reason. But delays in diagnosis could lead to a spike in cancer deaths down the road.
Coronavirus less likely to infect glasses wearers, study suggests
Good news, glasses wearers: Your spectacles may offer you some extra protection from COVID-19, a new study suggests.
Good news, glasses wearers: Your spectacles may offer you some extra protection from COVID-19, a new study suggests.
Frederick County eases COVID-19 restrictions on dining
Frederick County eased restrictions on indoor dining this week after improved COVID-19 metrics paved the way.
Frederick County eased restrictions on indoor dining this week after improved COVID-19 metrics paved the way.
Some Fairfax County students return to a greatly changed learning environment this week
Some young students in Fairfax County are returning to the classroom this week – and they’re learning how to do it safely.
Some young students in Fairfax County are returning to the classroom this week – and they’re learning how to do it safely.