They reported that China appeared to be downplaying the coronavirus outbreak and said swift action could be needed to contain it.
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Trump spars with top government expert over unproven drug
The president and Dr. Anthony Fauci have different takes on whether a malaria drug would work to treat people with the coronavirus.
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Young people urged to adhere to social distancing, but are they?
Some parents and educators say young people, in particular, are finding it hard to keep their distance to reduce infection risk.
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Fifth person tests positive for coronavirus at OceanView at Falmouth
OceanView says it now has 5 cases, including 2 people who are hospitalized at Maine Medical Center and 3 who are recuperating at home.
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U.S. virus testing faces new obstacle: Lab supply shortages
The long-delayed effort to ramp up screening for the coronavirus is hampered by dwindling supplies of chemical components and basic swabs needed to collect samples.
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Netflix establishes $100 million virus relief fund
The majority of the fund will support hard-hit crews on Netflix’s own productions around the world.
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Navy calls BIW to remain open despite demands from Maine delegation, union
James Geurts, assistant secretary of the Navy pointed to the president’s coronavirus guidelines, which states “If you work in a critical infrastructure industry … you have a special responsibility to maintain your normal work schedule.”
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How you can help in your community during the pandemic
If you are healthy and able, here are some steps you can take to help your community during the coronavirus pandemic. First, stay at home and keep your distance. Social distancing and isolation can be unpleasant, inconvenient and even depressing. But following this recommendation and others from public health officials can make a real difference […]
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Congress, White House race to draft $1 trillion coronavirus rescue package
The challenges are apparent as lawmakers labor over eye-popping sums and striking federal interventions, surpassing even the 2008-09 bank bailout and stimulus.
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Residents at Falmouth retirement community cope with isolation – and news of new case
State health officials are keeping a close eye on OceanView at Falmouth, which appears to have the only infection cluster in Maine so far.