Limited testing supplies have shifted CDC guidelines for who should be tested, but the decision still rests with physicians.
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Loss of smell, taste, might signal pandemic virus infection
A British doctors’ group cites ‘good evidence’ from South Korea, China and Italy.
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The coronavirus isn’t alive. That’s why it’s so hard to kill.
This novel coronavirus is a sneaky variety similar to those that have been responsible for the most destructive outbreaks of the last 100 years.
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Portland mayor calls on landlords to suspend evictions during crisis
Kate Snyder asks for flexibility that will help tenants remain in their homes for at least 90 days.
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Being in limbo compounds pandemic stress for small business owners
Many businesses have closed, laid off workers and are wondering when, or if, they will reopen.
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Trump weighs restarting economy, defying warnings from public health officials
The president said Monday that he may soon loosen federal guidelines for social distancing and encourage closed businesses to reopen.
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With increased need, fewer volunteers, Bath-area food banks crave donations
Local grocery stores donate 70% of the Midcoast Hunger Prevention Program’s food, but those donations are depleting as stores struggle to keep products on shelves due to high demand for products like toilet paper and rice.
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Independence Association asks for donations of sheets, goggles and masks in case of coronavirus outbreak
Nearly half of the people living in the organization’s group homes are considered “high risk” and personal protective equipment is in short supply.
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Malaria drugs’ promise for coronavirus spurs hope, shortages
Evidence is thin, however, and a run on the drugs is complicating access for people with other conditions they treat.
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U.S. combats martial law conspiracy theories as National Guard assists in virus response
President Trump has activated the Guard in California, New York and Washington state.