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The downward case curve slows down. Do we blame the variants? Plus, can the vaccines cure long-haul COVID? Feb 25, 2021

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The downward trend in cases and number of people in the hospital seems to be flattening. Are the variants to blame?

The vaccines might have surprising side effects for certain people.

New research suggests indoor gyms can easily spread the virus.

The pandemic is leading to a rise in credit card fraud and other scams.

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Johnson & Johnson vaccine gets a major boost from the FDA. Plus, some people actually miss commuting to work. Feb 24, 2021

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Johnson & Johnson's single-dose COVID-19 vaccine gets a major boost from the FDA.

The pandemic is taking a big toll on the mental health of kids who are now regularly dealing with stress, anxiety, depression and even suicidal thoughts.

California looks to stop vaccine cheats as it expands who's eligible for a shot.

Some people working from home now really miss their commutes. Maybe those commutes are actually beneficial.

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Rich people cheat the California vaccine system. Plus, we need more research monkeys. Feb 23, 2021

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Researchers worry about a California variant but should we be nervous, especially if vaccines will keep us out of the hospital?

Rich people have found a new way to skip to the front of the vaccine line in California.

The pandemic creates a shortage of research monkeys.

Vaccinated senior citizens are traveling again.

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U.S. hits 500,000 COVID-19 deaths. Plus, if you're jealous of a vaccinated friend you might have "vaccine envy." Feb 22, 2021

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The U.S. hits the dark milestone of 500,000 COVID-19 deaths.

Will we have to keep up the mask-wearing and social distancing for the next several months?

COVID shaming is a growing problem in Canada. Why are people being so mean to their fellow neighbors?

Vaccine envy is growing as the unvaccinated get jealous of those who've gotten their shots already.

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Who's to blame for vaccine distribution problems? Plus, are we closer to herd immunity than we think? Feb 19, 2021

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The U.S. is struggling with vaccine distribution. But the recent deep freeze and icy weather isn't all to blame.

The country could be closer to herd immunity that what many of us think.

We're learning more about how scientists in Great Britain plan to get people sick with COVID-19 on purpose.

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Cases and deaths fall across the U.S. Are we doing anything different? Plus, the pandemic lowers life expectancy. Feb 18, 2021

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Cases, hospitalizations, infection rates and deaths are all down across the U.S. What factors are driving this downward trend?

A new study strengthens the argument to delay the second Pfizer vaccine dose to vaccinate as many people as possible as quickly as possible.

Johnson & Johnson's vaccine might require two doses instead of just one.

The pandemic is impacting life expectancy in the U.S.

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People will get sick with COVID-19 on purpose! Plus, another variant worries scientists. Feb 17, 2021

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Great Britain will infect people with COVID-19 on purpose. Don't worry though. The people are volunteering to get sick.

Another tricky variant is found that could outsmart the vaccines.

Will people keep up their cleaning and hygiene habits once the pandemic is over?

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More kids with COVID-19 get hit with an inflammatory disease. Plus, is COVID-zero just a fantasy? Feb 16, 2021

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The massive Winter storm could disrupt vaccine distribution across much of the country.

Doctors are seeing more cases of an inflammatory syndrome in kids with COVID-19.

Will Melbourne, Australia be successful with another strict lockdown?

Will we ever escape the virus if billions of people around the world have to be vaccinated to achieve herd immunity?

California and Florida had different approaches to the lockdown, so which was better?

Rhode Island kept its schools open throughout the pandemic. How did it manage to do that?

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COVID-19 might be around forever. Plus, the CDC issues guidelines to open up schools. Feb 12, 2021

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The CDC has new guidelines and recommendations for a phased reopening of schools.

Some scientists think the virus won't go away and we'll just have to learn to live with it.

California is working with health insurance companies for vaccine distribution. Why insurance companies?

Smaller companies are creating lots of masks and other personal protective equipment but are having trouble selling them.

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If McDonald's can ship enough hamburgers, why can't the government ship enough vaccines? Feb 11, 2021

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Vaccine distribution has been a big problem across the U.S. Why has it been such a challenge?

Will Walgreens and CVS help speed up the vaccination rate?

Teachers in California are demanding they move up the priority list for vaccinations so they can get back into the classrooms.

The Biden administration considers domestic travel restrictions to try to stop the variants from spreading.

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