Prescriptions for anti-anxiety meds spike amid coronavirus outbreak, new report finds
NEW YORK -- The coronavirus quarantine has contributed to a surge in the demand for prescription tranquilizers and sleep aids in the United States, as Americans continue to feel on edge about the uncertainty of the disease, according to a new research report.The largest spike was in prescriptions for anti-anxiety drugs, which rose 34.1% from mid-February to mid-March, per the pharmacy benefit management organization Express Scripts.From Feb. 16 to March 15, prescriptions for antidepressants rose 18.6%, while sleeping medications ticked up by 14.8%."This analysis, showing that many Americans are turning to medications for relief, demonstrates the serious impact COVID-19 may be having on our nation’s mental health," Express Scripts said.As of Saturday, the U.S. had more than 716,000 confirmed cases of the coronavirus and over 37,000 fatalities.Protests have erupted in several states -- including California, Michigan, Ohio and New Jersey -- over the extension of stay-at-home orders that will run into next month.The World Health Organization (WHO) is also facing backlash for its perceived failure to recognize the viral threat during its infancy and has been accused of being complicit in a Chinese cover-up.President Trump announced on Tuesday that the U.S. will halt funding to the WHO after the agency put "political correctness over lifesaving measures."Fox News' Gregg Re contributed to this report.
NEW YORK -- The coronavirus quarantine has contributed to a surge in the demand for prescription tranquilizers and sleep aids in the United States, as Americans continue to feel on edge about the uncertainty of the disease, according to a new research report.The largest spike was in prescriptions for anti-anxiety drugs, which rose 34.1% from mid-February to mid-March, per the pharmacy benefit management organization Express Scripts.From Feb. 16 to March 15, prescriptions for antidepressants rose 18.6%, while sleeping medications ticked up by 14.8%."This analysis, showing that many Americans are turning to medications for relief, demonstrates the serious impact COVID-19 may be having on our nation’s mental health," Express Scripts said.As of Saturday, the U.S. had more than 716,000 confirmed cases of the coronavirus and over 37,000 fatalities.Protests have erupted in several states -- including California, Michigan, Ohio and New Jersey -- over the extension of stay-at-home orders that will run into next month.The World Health Organization (WHO) is also facing backlash for its perceived failure to recognize the viral threat during its infancy and has been accused of being complicit in a Chinese cover-up.President Trump announced on Tuesday that the U.S. will halt funding to the WHO after the agency put "political correctness over lifesaving measures."Fox News' Gregg Re contributed to this report.
Cousins Subs, Summerfest, Disrupt Idea Co. launch campaign to feed Aurora Health Care frontline workers
MILWAUKEE -- Cousins Subs, Summerfest, and Disrupt Idea Co.
MILWAUKEE -- Cousins Subs, Summerfest, and Disrupt Idea Co.
Doctors suspect death of 16-year-old boy from suburban Chicago may be linked to COVID-19
WHEELING, Ill. -- A Northwest suburban school district confirmed two student cases of suspected COVID-19; one student died, and the other remains in intensive care.Zach Leviton, 16, is the Wheeling student who died.
WHEELING, Ill. -- A Northwest suburban school district confirmed two student cases of suspected COVID-19; one student died, and the other remains in intensive care.Zach Leviton, 16, is the Wheeling student who died.
35-year-old Mount Pleasant man 'in the prime of his life' among the youngest to die from COVID-19
MOUNT PLEASANT -- Among the youngest victims to lose their life as a result of the coronavirus in Milwaukee County is a 35-year-old man from Mount Pleasant.
MOUNT PLEASANT -- Among the youngest victims to lose their life as a result of the coronavirus in Milwaukee County is a 35-year-old man from Mount Pleasant.
Sheriff: 2 Milwaukee County Jail inmates tested positive for COVID-19
MILWAUKEE -- Officials with the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office on Sunday, April 19 reported two Milwaukee County Jail inmates tested positive for the coronavirus, but said neither showed symptoms while in custody.MCSO officials said officials with the jail's contracted medical provider reported that one individual detained in the jail, and one individual released from the jail on Sunday, tested positive for COVID-19.
MILWAUKEE -- Officials with the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office on Sunday, April 19 reported two Milwaukee County Jail inmates tested positive for the coronavirus, but said neither showed symptoms while in custody.MCSO officials said officials with the jail's contracted medical provider reported that one individual detained in the jail, and one individual released from the jail on Sunday, tested positive for COVID-19.
221 COVID-19 deaths in Wisconsin; 4K+ positive cases, 45K+ negative
MILWAUKEE — Officials with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services on Sunday, April 19 reported 4,346 positive cases of the coronavirus statewide.
MILWAUKEE — Officials with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services on Sunday, April 19 reported 4,346 positive cases of the coronavirus statewide.
New York boy, 4, contracts coronavirus after being diagnosed with inoperable brain tumor
NEW YORK CITY -- A young boy in New York is in a dire situation after receiving a brain cancer diagnosis amid the coronavirus outbreak.Matteo Ferruzzi, 4, tested positive for COVID-19, complicating the start of at least a year’s worth of chemotherapy treatment on an inoperable malignant brain tumor.In February, Matteo showed symptoms of headaches and stomach pains, leading doctors to believe he may have contracted a stomach virus.
NEW YORK CITY -- A young boy in New York is in a dire situation after receiving a brain cancer diagnosis amid the coronavirus outbreak.Matteo Ferruzzi, 4, tested positive for COVID-19, complicating the start of at least a year’s worth of chemotherapy treatment on an inoperable malignant brain tumor.In February, Matteo showed symptoms of headaches and stomach pains, leading doctors to believe he may have contracted a stomach virus.
Florida father died from COVID-19 less than an hour before plasma donation; entire family infected
ORLANDO, Fla. -- An entire Orlando family came down with COVID-19.
ORLANDO, Fla. -- An entire Orlando family came down with COVID-19.
#FloridaMorons trends on social media as crowds form at reopened beaches
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Crowds reportedly returned to beaches in Jacksonville Friday, April 17 after Governor Ron DeSantis said it was OK to reopen if done safely, Fox News reported.
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Crowds reportedly returned to beaches in Jacksonville Friday, April 17 after Governor Ron DeSantis said it was OK to reopen if done safely, Fox News reported.
Evolving aid package offers billions for hospitals, testing
WASHINGTON — The Trump administration and Congress are nearing an agreement as early as Sunday on an aid package of up to $450 billion to boost a small-business loan program that has run out of money and add funds for hospitals and COVID-19 testing.With small-business owners reeling during a coronavirus outbreak that has shuttered much economic activity, Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said he was hopeful of a deal that could pass Congress quickly and get the Small Business Administration program back up by midweek.“I think we’re very close to a deal today.
WASHINGTON — The Trump administration and Congress are nearing an agreement as early as Sunday on an aid package of up to $450 billion to boost a small-business loan program that has run out of money and add funds for hospitals and COVID-19 testing.With small-business owners reeling during a coronavirus outbreak that has shuttered much economic activity, Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said he was hopeful of a deal that could pass Congress quickly and get the Small Business Administration program back up by midweek.“I think we’re very close to a deal today.
Mass virus test in nursing home seeks to combat loneliness
AMMERSCHWIR, France — Some were born in this warren of small rooms in what used to be a hospital, dating to the 17th century.
AMMERSCHWIR, France — Some were born in this warren of small rooms in what used to be a hospital, dating to the 17th century.
Turkish President Erdogan, President Trump agree on 'close cooperation' in virus crisis
ISTANBUL — Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and U.S. President Donald Trump have spoken on the phone, discussing the coronavirus pandemic, bilateral relations and regional developments.According to an account of the phone call shared by the Turkish presidency’s office on Sunday, the two leaders agreed to continue their “close cooperation” against the threats posed by the coronavirus on public health and the economy.
ISTANBUL — Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and U.S. President Donald Trump have spoken on the phone, discussing the coronavirus pandemic, bilateral relations and regional developments.According to an account of the phone call shared by the Turkish presidency’s office on Sunday, the two leaders agreed to continue their “close cooperation” against the threats posed by the coronavirus on public health and the economy.
Head of grocery group talks virus impact, shopping habits
NEW YORK — As Americans stockpile everything from canned soup to toilet paper, food and consumer products makers are scrambling to meet demand.Companies like Clorox Co.
NEW YORK — As Americans stockpile everything from canned soup to toilet paper, food and consumer products makers are scrambling to meet demand.Companies like Clorox Co.
Drive-in theater offers an escape for those stuck at home
LOVINGSTON, Va. — Parked out front of the Lovingston Cafe, Chad and April Simpson popped the trunk of their car and piled in the back along with their two sons, Hank and Colt.They had just finished a quick bite to eat before settling in with a few blankets.
LOVINGSTON, Va. — Parked out front of the Lovingston Cafe, Chad and April Simpson popped the trunk of their car and piled in the back along with their two sons, Hank and Colt.They had just finished a quick bite to eat before settling in with a few blankets.
California governor says 16,000 hotel rooms to house homeless in the state
SAN FRANCISCO — California is on its way to acquiring nearly 16,000 hotel rooms to house the homeless during the pandemic, Gov.
SAN FRANCISCO — California is on its way to acquiring nearly 16,000 hotel rooms to house the homeless during the pandemic, Gov.