FEMA says it will no longer pay for face masks, other PPE for schools under new policy
The Federal Emergency Management Agency said it is changing its policy on the personal protective equipment, or PPE, that it will pay for.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency said it is changing its policy on the personal protective equipment, or PPE, that it will pay for.
DC, Maryland among jurisdictions using new Google, Apple virus tracing tech
Apple and Google are trying to get more U.S. states to adopt their phone-based approach for tracing and curbing the spread of the coronavirus by building more of the necessary technology directly into phone software.
Apple and Google are trying to get more U.S. states to adopt their phone-based approach for tracing and curbing the spread of the coronavirus by building more of the necessary technology directly into phone software.
Large study finds coronavirus-fighting antibodies do not fade quickly, offering hope for virus vaccine efforts
Scientists are reporting that the antibodies people make to fight the new coronavirus do not fade quickly.
Scientists are reporting that the antibodies people make to fight the new coronavirus do not fade quickly.
AstraZeneca coronavirus vaccine reaches major hurdle: final US testing
The potential vaccine was invented by the University of Oxford and an associated company, Vaccitech. Meanwhile, a U.S. advisory panel is suggesting a way to ration the first limited doses once a vaccine does prove safe and effective.
The potential vaccine was invented by the University of Oxford and an associated company, Vaccitech. Meanwhile, a U.S. advisory panel is suggesting a way to ration the first limited doses once a vaccine does prove safe and effective.
Contact tracing app
People in DC and Maryland could soon know if they?ve been exposed to COVID-19 by using a new app for Apple or Android.
People in DC and Maryland could soon know if they?ve been exposed to COVID-19 by using a new app for Apple or Android.
Can I use a face shield instead of a mask?
No. Health officials don’t recommend the clear plastic barriers as a substitute for masks because of the lack of research on whether they keep an infected person from spreading viral droplets to others.
No. Health officials don’t recommend the clear plastic barriers as a substitute for masks because of the lack of research on whether they keep an infected person from spreading viral droplets to others.
Research suggests coronavirus vaccine will likely require 2 shots to be effective
Evidence and continuing studies are suggesting that people may need two doses, not just one in order for the vaccine to be effective.
Evidence and continuing studies are suggesting that people may need two doses, not just one in order for the vaccine to be effective.
Ocean City postpones boardwalk re-decking
Ocean City is postponing plans to re-deck its iconic boardwalk because of a lumber shortage caused by the coronavirus outbreak.
Ocean City is postponing plans to re-deck its iconic boardwalk because of a lumber shortage caused by the coronavirus outbreak.
colon cancer risks
Michael Sapienza joins the show to discuss the growing need for colon cancer screening following the shocking death of Chadwick Boseman.
Michael Sapienza joins the show to discuss the growing need for colon cancer screening following the shocking death of Chadwick Boseman.
Montgomery County leaders blast Hogan's order authorizing schools to reopen
As Montgomery County families prepare for a virtual return to school Monday, county leaders say they're "dismayed and perplexed" at Gov.
As Montgomery County families prepare for a virtual return to school Monday, county leaders say they're "dismayed and perplexed" at Gov.
MGM National Harbor to lay off nearly 800 employees
MGM National Harbor will lay off nearly 800 employees as the casino chain continues to suffer during the coronavirus pandemic.
MGM National Harbor will lay off nearly 800 employees as the casino chain continues to suffer during the coronavirus pandemic.
University of Alabama infections since return top 1,000
The University of Alabama reported Friday that an additional 481 students have tested positive for COVID-19, bringing the total to more than 1,000 infections since students returned to campus for the fall.
The University of Alabama reported Friday that an additional 481 students have tested positive for COVID-19, bringing the total to more than 1,000 infections since students returned to campus for the fall.
Fall allergies or COVID-19? Here's the difference between symptoms
Experts say allergy symptoms can often mimic those of the novel coronavirus, but there are some telltale signs that it’s not allergies.
Experts say allergy symptoms can often mimic those of the novel coronavirus, but there are some telltale signs that it’s not allergies.
Maryland man charged with plot to sell fake coronavirus disinfectant
A Maryland man sold unregistered and misbranded pesticides falsely advertised as a government-approved disinfectant for the coronavirus, investigators said.
A Maryland man sold unregistered and misbranded pesticides falsely advertised as a government-approved disinfectant for the coronavirus, investigators said.
Delta bans nearly 250 people from flying on its planes for refusing to wear masks
In an internal memo released Thursday, Delta Air Lines has placed more than 240 people on a “no fly list” for failing to comply with its mandatory mask policy.
In an internal memo released Thursday, Delta Air Lines has placed more than 240 people on a “no fly list” for failing to comply with its mandatory mask policy.
Report finds more than 70,000 new US coronavirus cases in children since early August
The American Academy of Pediatrics and the Children's Hospital Association reported a 21% increase of coronavirus cases in children since early August.
The American Academy of Pediatrics and the Children's Hospital Association reported a 21% increase of coronavirus cases in children since early August.
Delaware removed from DC's list of 'high-risk' states days after being added for a second time
Delaware has been removed from the District's list of "high-risk" states just days after being added for a second time.
Delaware has been removed from the District's list of "high-risk" states just days after being added for a second time.
Montgomery County nursing homes fined hundreds of thousands for COVID-19 violations
Three Montgomery County nursing homes are the latest targets of Maryland’s crackdowns on care facilities that have violated COVID-19 guidelines.
Three Montgomery County nursing homes are the latest targets of Maryland’s crackdowns on care facilities that have violated COVID-19 guidelines.
Will a face mask protect me, or just the people near me?
Does a face mask protect me, or just the people around me? It likely does both.
Does a face mask protect me, or just the people around me? It likely does both.
Arlington to begin enforcing sidewalk spacing ordinance Friday; violators face $100 fine
Alrington County will begin enforcing a new physical distancing ordinance Friday to help curb the spread of the coronavirus during busy hours at night.
Alrington County will begin enforcing a new physical distancing ordinance Friday to help curb the spread of the coronavirus during busy hours at night.