CDC survey finds 35% report COVID-19 symptoms 2-3 weeks after positive test — including young adults
LOS ANGELES -- A recent report by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention acknowledged that a large percentage of people who contract the novel coronavirus experience a prolonged symptom duration.It’s the first acknowledgment of its kind from the CDC, with the authors of the report noting that “disability are common in adults hospitalized with severe coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).”"COVID-19 can result in prolonged illness even among persons with milder outpatient illness, including young adults," the CDC report's authors wrote.According to the report, fatigue and prolonged cough are the most common symptoms that appear to persist.During a telephone survey conducted across the country in which symptomatic adults who had a positive outpatient test result for the novel coronavirus, 35% said they did not return to their usual state of health when interviewed nearly a month after testing.“Among persons aged 18–34 years with no chronic medical conditions, one in five had not returned to their usual state of health,” the CDC wrote.Related:‘Today is day 93’: People report experiencing COVID-19 symptoms that last for monthsAcknowledgement from the CDC on these types of prolonged conditions has been long awaited by a large number of people who have reported experiencing coronavirus symptoms that seem to persist for months.Since the first reported cases of COVID-19, several support groups have emerged on Facebook consisting of thousands of members calling themselves “long haul survivors.”“Today is day 93,” said Amy Watson, a preschool teacher who lives in Portland, Oregon as she shared a photograph of her thermometer that read 100.3 on June 18.
LOS ANGELES -- A recent report by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention acknowledged that a large percentage of people who contract the novel coronavirus experience a prolonged symptom duration.It’s the first acknowledgment of its kind from the CDC, with the authors of the report noting that “disability are common in adults hospitalized with severe coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).”"COVID-19 can result in prolonged illness even among persons with milder outpatient illness, including young adults," the CDC report's authors wrote.According to the report, fatigue and prolonged cough are the most common symptoms that appear to persist.During a telephone survey conducted across the country in which symptomatic adults who had a positive outpatient test result for the novel coronavirus, 35% said they did not return to their usual state of health when interviewed nearly a month after testing.“Among persons aged 18–34 years with no chronic medical conditions, one in five had not returned to their usual state of health,” the CDC wrote.Related:‘Today is day 93’: People report experiencing COVID-19 symptoms that last for monthsAcknowledgement from the CDC on these types of prolonged conditions has been long awaited by a large number of people who have reported experiencing coronavirus symptoms that seem to persist for months.Since the first reported cases of COVID-19, several support groups have emerged on Facebook consisting of thousands of members calling themselves “long haul survivors.”“Today is day 93,” said Amy Watson, a preschool teacher who lives in Portland, Oregon as she shared a photograph of her thermometer that read 100.3 on June 18.
DHS: 957 new positive cases of COVID-19, 48K+ total, 892 deaths, 37K+ recovered, 817K+ negative
MADISON -- The number of positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin grew by more than 900 Sunday, July 26 (957) to 48,827, officials with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services reported.
MADISON -- The number of positive cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin grew by more than 900 Sunday, July 26 (957) to 48,827, officials with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services reported.
LAPD officer, whose wife is pregnant with twins, dies after 'long, courageous battle' with COVID-19
LOS ANGELES-- A Los Angeles Police Department officer died Friday, July 24 due to the coronavirus, becoming the agency's first sworn officer to fall victim to COVID-19.The department confirmed that the officer died Friday morning from "complications of COVID-19."In a memo sent out to LAPD personnel obtained by FOX 11, Chief Michael Moore identified the officer as Police Officer II Valentin Martinez, known to his friends as Val, of LAPD's Mission Station.
LOS ANGELES-- A Los Angeles Police Department officer died Friday, July 24 due to the coronavirus, becoming the agency's first sworn officer to fall victim to COVID-19.The department confirmed that the officer died Friday morning from "complications of COVID-19."In a memo sent out to LAPD personnel obtained by FOX 11, Chief Michael Moore identified the officer as Police Officer II Valentin Martinez, known to his friends as Val, of LAPD's Mission Station.
Pope urges support for elderly during pandemic
VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis led pilgrims gathered in St.
VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis led pilgrims gathered in St.
Colleges plan for virus testing, but strategies vary widely
BOSTON — For students heading to Colby College in Maine this fall, coronavirus testing is expected to be a routine part of campus life.
BOSTON — For students heading to Colby College in Maine this fall, coronavirus testing is expected to be a routine part of campus life.
Couple banned by Walmart after wearing Nazi flag face mask at Marshall, Minnesota store
MARSHALL, Minn. - A couple who wore Nazi flag face coverings to a Walmart in Marshall, Minnesota have been told not to return.Police say the couple has been issued trespass notices.
MARSHALL, Minn. - A couple who wore Nazi flag face coverings to a Walmart in Marshall, Minnesota have been told not to return.Police say the couple has been issued trespass notices.
Mnuchin: Virus aid package soon, $1,200 checks by August
WASHINGTON — Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said Saturday that Republicans were set to roll out the next COVID-19 aid package Monday and assured there was backing from the White House after he and President Donald Trump's top aide met to fine-tune the $1 trillion proposal that had floundered just days before.Mnuchin told reporters at the Capitol that extending an expiring unemployment benefit — but reducing it substantially — was a top priority for President Trump.
WASHINGTON — Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said Saturday that Republicans were set to roll out the next COVID-19 aid package Monday and assured there was backing from the White House after he and President Donald Trump's top aide met to fine-tune the $1 trillion proposal that had floundered just days before.Mnuchin told reporters at the Capitol that extending an expiring unemployment benefit — but reducing it substantially — was a top priority for President Trump.
Here to Help: Rent, mortgage assistance available to those affected by pandemic
MILWAUKEE -- Four months into the COVID-19 pandemic, many families are struggling to pay all of their bills."About a third of mortgage holders and 40% of renters are having some type of financial impact due to COVID-19," said Danielle McCoy, vice president and fair lending officer at Fannie Mae.With folks unemployed or having hours reduced, McCoy said assistance is available for those who are unable to pay for their mortgage or rent.
MILWAUKEE -- Four months into the COVID-19 pandemic, many families are struggling to pay all of their bills."About a third of mortgage holders and 40% of renters are having some type of financial impact due to COVID-19," said Danielle McCoy, vice president and fair lending officer at Fannie Mae.With folks unemployed or having hours reduced, McCoy said assistance is available for those who are unable to pay for their mortgage or rent.
'We can still survive:' Milwaukee ice cream shop battles through challenges of pandemic economy
MILWAUKEE -- The pandemic economy has been challenging for the food service industry, but a Milwaukee ice cream shop has found a way to keep growing during the tough times.The staff at Scratch Ice Cream is enjoying the rush of the summer season inside their new kitchen on Milwaukee's east side.
MILWAUKEE -- The pandemic economy has been challenging for the food service industry, but a Milwaukee ice cream shop has found a way to keep growing during the tough times.The staff at Scratch Ice Cream is enjoying the rush of the summer season inside their new kitchen on Milwaukee's east side.
A peachy idea: Peach picking season is here at Apple Holler
STURTEVANT -- It's peach picking season at Apple Holler in Sturtevant, and staff there are making sure it's safe for you and your family amid the COVID-19 pandemic."Almost 80 acres so there's a lot of space to socially distance," David Flannery, owner of Apple Holler, said. "Hand-washing, social distancing.
STURTEVANT -- It's peach picking season at Apple Holler in Sturtevant, and staff there are making sure it's safe for you and your family amid the COVID-19 pandemic."Almost 80 acres so there's a lot of space to socially distance," David Flannery, owner of Apple Holler, said. "Hand-washing, social distancing.
'Shut it down, start over, do it right:' Health experts sign open letter calling for second COVID-19 lockdown
NEW YORK (FOX 5) -- More than 150 health professionals from across the nation have signed an open letter to the nation’s decision-makers, asking that they “hit the reset button” on the nation’s response to the coronavirus pandemic.The letter blames the push to reopen the economy on the recent rise in coronavirus cases and calls for all non-essential businesses to be closed.“More than 117,000 Americans had died of COVID-19 by mid-June.
NEW YORK (FOX 5) -- More than 150 health professionals from across the nation have signed an open letter to the nation’s decision-makers, asking that they “hit the reset button” on the nation’s response to the coronavirus pandemic.The letter blames the push to reopen the economy on the recent rise in coronavirus cases and calls for all non-essential businesses to be closed.“More than 117,000 Americans had died of COVID-19 by mid-June.
COVID-19 recovery can take a few weeks even for young adults
LOS ANGELES -- Recovering from even mild coronavirus infections can take at least two to three weeks, according to U.S. research published Friday.Lingering symptoms can even affect otherwise healthy young adults.
LOS ANGELES -- Recovering from even mild coronavirus infections can take at least two to three weeks, according to U.S. research published Friday.Lingering symptoms can even affect otherwise healthy young adults.
DHS: 953 new COVID-19 cases; 47,870 confirmed cases, 891 deaths in Wisconsin
MADISON -- The number of positive cases of COVID-19 rose by 953 on Saturday, July 25, officials with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services reported.
MADISON -- The number of positive cases of COVID-19 rose by 953 on Saturday, July 25, officials with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services reported.
San Francisco bus driver allegedly attacked with bat after asking passengers to wear face masks
SAN FRANCISCO -- A San Francisco bus driver was allegedly beaten with a bat after asking three passengers to wear a mask, authorities said.According to the San Francisco Police Department, on Wednesday around 3:30 p.m. officers were called to 11th and Division streets regarding an assault on a bus.The driver told police three men had boarded the bus without wearing masks.
SAN FRANCISCO -- A San Francisco bus driver was allegedly beaten with a bat after asking three passengers to wear a mask, authorities said.According to the San Francisco Police Department, on Wednesday around 3:30 p.m. officers were called to 11th and Division streets regarding an assault on a bus.The driver told police three men had boarded the bus without wearing masks.
Chiefs player Duvernay-Tardif becomes 1st to opt out of 2020 NFL season due to COVID-19
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Offensive lineman Laurent Duvernay-Tardif became the first player to opt out of the upcoming NFL season on Friday, choosing to put his medical degree to use on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic rather than helping the Kansas City Chiefs defend their first Super Bowl title in 50 years.Duvernay-Tardif has been working to fulfill his requirements to become a doctor in the offseason, and has spent this summer working at a clinic in his native Canada.
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Offensive lineman Laurent Duvernay-Tardif became the first player to opt out of the upcoming NFL season on Friday, choosing to put his medical degree to use on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic rather than helping the Kansas City Chiefs defend their first Super Bowl title in 50 years.Duvernay-Tardif has been working to fulfill his requirements to become a doctor in the offseason, and has spent this summer working at a clinic in his native Canada.
Mounting evidence shows masks may help avoid severe illness, even if you get COVID-19
Masks may offer wearers more protection than they even realize.
Masks may offer wearers more protection than they even realize.
14 family members contract COVID-19 after backyard barbecue
DALLAS -- A family is mourning and hoping for healing after 14 family members were infected by the virus.A one-time gathering has deeply affected the family and those who love them.After spending months apart, the family thought it was safe to get together for a small backyard BBQ.None of them felt sick at the time.
DALLAS -- A family is mourning and hoping for healing after 14 family members were infected by the virus.A one-time gathering has deeply affected the family and those who love them.After spending months apart, the family thought it was safe to get together for a small backyard BBQ.None of them felt sick at the time.
Parents agonize over back-to-school decisions amid pandemic
NOBLESVILLE, Ind. -- Joshua Claybourn is leaning toward sending his kindergarten daughter to in-person classes at a private school next month.
NOBLESVILLE, Ind. -- Joshua Claybourn is leaning toward sending his kindergarten daughter to in-person classes at a private school next month.
Medical worker greeted with cheers as he’s discharged from hospital after 3 months fighting COVID-19 in ICU
HULL, England - Front-line medical worker Neil McDonald, 52, received cheers and applause from his colleagues as he was finally discharged from the same hospital where he works in Hull, England.McDonald is a healthcare assistant at the Royal Hull Infirmary, where he was hospitalized on May 3 after testing positive for the novel coronavirus.Within a day of his positive test result, he was admitted to an intensive care unit where his condition fluctuated over the next several months.He spent a total of nine weeks in intensive care.According to a local news outlet, McDonald was sedated and put on a ventilator as his family and colleagues prepared for the worst.The day that he was released, the Twitter account for the hospital posted a video of him being greeted by friends and fellow medical workers cheering on his recovery as a bell rang in honor of his victory against COVID-19.
HULL, England - Front-line medical worker Neil McDonald, 52, received cheers and applause from his colleagues as he was finally discharged from the same hospital where he works in Hull, England.McDonald is a healthcare assistant at the Royal Hull Infirmary, where he was hospitalized on May 3 after testing positive for the novel coronavirus.Within a day of his positive test result, he was admitted to an intensive care unit where his condition fluctuated over the next several months.He spent a total of nine weeks in intensive care.According to a local news outlet, McDonald was sedated and put on a ventilator as his family and colleagues prepared for the worst.The day that he was released, the Twitter account for the hospital posted a video of him being greeted by friends and fellow medical workers cheering on his recovery as a bell rang in honor of his victory against COVID-19.
'Hodgepodge of negatives:' State senator says delayed virus test results paint inaccurate picture
MADISON -- One Wisconsin legislator on Friday, July 24 said that a backlog of negative COVID-19 test results is leading to an inaccurate picture of how the virus has spread in the state.Navigating through the coronavirus pandemic has brought people, in many ways, into uncharted territory.State Sen.
MADISON -- One Wisconsin legislator on Friday, July 24 said that a backlog of negative COVID-19 test results is leading to an inaccurate picture of how the virus has spread in the state.Navigating through the coronavirus pandemic has brought people, in many ways, into uncharted territory.State Sen.