Thursday 20 August 2020

Wawona Peaches Linked to Salmonella Outbreak

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The peaches were in 2-pound, clear plastic bags at ALDI stores in a number of states from June 1 until now. ALDI recalled the peaches on Aug. 19.



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High Viral Load Makes Kids COVID 'Silent Spreaders'

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The study of 192 children and young adults -- newborns to 22-year-olds -- found that 49 tested positive for SARS-CoV-2 and another 18 showed symptoms of COVID-19 illness.



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FDA Halts Approval for Plasma to Treat COVID-19

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Plasma donated by people who've survived COVID-19 has high levels of antibodies against the disease and is considered safe, but clinical trials have not proven that it can help COVID-19 patients.



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An ‘Unprecedented’ Effort to Stop the Coronavirus in Nursing Homes


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Pediatrics Group Offers ‘Long Overdue’ Apology for Racist Past


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