Can coronavirus infect you through your eyes?
AUSTIN, Texas — While coronavirus is typically spread through people breathing or ingesting virus particles from their mouth or nose, did you know it can also enter your body through your eyes?According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, another way the virus can be spread is by someone touching a surface containing the virus and then touching or rubbing their eyes.Additionally, getting the virus in your eyes can exacerbate or start the infection of conjunctivitis — or pink eye — which the AAO says happens in about 1% to 3% of people with COVID-19.So what can you do to protect your eyes?The AAO recommends those with vision impairments to wear glasses instead of contact lenses for the time being.“Consider wearing glasses more often, especially if you tend to touch your eyes a lot when your contacts are in.
AUSTIN, Texas — While coronavirus is typically spread through people breathing or ingesting virus particles from their mouth or nose, did you know it can also enter your body through your eyes?According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, another way the virus can be spread is by someone touching a surface containing the virus and then touching or rubbing their eyes.Additionally, getting the virus in your eyes can exacerbate or start the infection of conjunctivitis — or pink eye — which the AAO says happens in about 1% to 3% of people with COVID-19.So what can you do to protect your eyes?The AAO recommends those with vision impairments to wear glasses instead of contact lenses for the time being.“Consider wearing glasses more often, especially if you tend to touch your eyes a lot when your contacts are in.
Viral photos show health care workers on plane, en route to New York to help in coronavirus fight
ATLANTA, Ga. (KTVU) -- It’s a photo worth a thousand words: Southwest Airlines on Sunday posted an image of a group of health care workers ready to go to battle in New York, which has fast become the epicenter of the COVID-19 outbreak in the U.S.Dozens of health care workers from Atlanta boarded a flight on the evening of March 27 to answer the call for help in hard-hit New York City, which as of Monday has had more than 36,000 confirmed cases and 790 deaths, according to figures collected by Johns Hopkins University.
ATLANTA, Ga. (KTVU) -- It’s a photo worth a thousand words: Southwest Airlines on Sunday posted an image of a group of health care workers ready to go to battle in New York, which has fast become the epicenter of the COVID-19 outbreak in the U.S.Dozens of health care workers from Atlanta boarded a flight on the evening of March 27 to answer the call for help in hard-hit New York City, which as of Monday has had more than 36,000 confirmed cases and 790 deaths, according to figures collected by Johns Hopkins University.
Coronavirus could be airborne, study suggests
WASHINGTON (FOX5) -- It may be possible for the novel coronavirus to transmit through the air, a new study released over the weekend suggests.In a joint study by the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC), the National Strategic Research Institute at the University of Nebraska and others, researchers found genetic material from the virus that causes COVID-19 in air samples from both in and outside of confirmed coronavirus patients’ rooms.
WASHINGTON (FOX5) -- It may be possible for the novel coronavirus to transmit through the air, a new study released over the weekend suggests.In a joint study by the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC), the National Strategic Research Institute at the University of Nebraska and others, researchers found genetic material from the virus that causes COVID-19 in air samples from both in and outside of confirmed coronavirus patients’ rooms.
Kenosha officials: Beware of scams related to the coronavirus pandemic
KENOSHA -- The Kenosha County Sheriff’s Department is warning people on Tuesday, March 31 to beware of scams related to the coronavirus pandemic.Recently the FBI issued an alert that phone calls, texts or emails asking for personal or financial information to get the $1,200 federal payment check that was included in last week's stimulus bill are not legitimate.
KENOSHA -- The Kenosha County Sheriff’s Department is warning people on Tuesday, March 31 to beware of scams related to the coronavirus pandemic.Recently the FBI issued an alert that phone calls, texts or emails asking for personal or financial information to get the $1,200 federal payment check that was included in last week's stimulus bill are not legitimate.
Over 800 Chicago police officers, employees call out sick in 1 day
CHICAGO, Ill. (WGN) — The COVID-19 pandemic is taking a toll on the Chicago Police Department.The CPD had more than 800 officers and employees out sick Monday -- that's about 6 percent of the entire force.Of the 50 officers who have tested positive for the virus, a few have required hospitalization and one is said to be in critical condition, according to the CPD.The department said it is largely due to precautionary measures that hundreds are taking sick leave."As police officers, we have these concerns because we're serving the community," said Sgt.
CHICAGO, Ill. (WGN) — The COVID-19 pandemic is taking a toll on the Chicago Police Department.The CPD had more than 800 officers and employees out sick Monday -- that's about 6 percent of the entire force.Of the 50 officers who have tested positive for the virus, a few have required hospitalization and one is said to be in critical condition, according to the CPD.The department said it is largely due to precautionary measures that hundreds are taking sick leave."As police officers, we have these concerns because we're serving the community," said Sgt.
Submit a church, synagogue, etc. that is offering online services during COVID-19 pandemic
MILWAUKEE -- With the "Safer at Home" order in place, residents throughout southeast Wisconsin are looking for options to continue to practice their faith online.
MILWAUKEE -- With the "Safer at Home" order in place, residents throughout southeast Wisconsin are looking for options to continue to practice their faith online.
NYC hospitals using refrigerated trucks as temporary morgues
NEW YORK -- The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) deployed 85 refrigerated trucks to New York City to serve as temporary morgues, where hospitals will place the overflow of bodies, as the coronavirus death toll climbed steadily on Monday, according to FOX News.
NEW YORK -- The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) deployed 85 refrigerated trucks to New York City to serve as temporary morgues, where hospitals will place the overflow of bodies, as the coronavirus death toll climbed steadily on Monday, according to FOX News.
Sheriff: Man coughs on Florida deputy, claims he has COVID-19
STUART, Fla. (FOX13) -- A Florida man is facing charges that he threatened and assaulted an officer after he coughed on a deputy and said he had the coronavirus, according to authorities.The Martin County Sheriff’s Office said Christian Perez, 23, was initially stopped for reckless driving when he claimed to have the disease caused by the new coronavirus.Sheriff William Snyder said such behavior would not be tolerated.“We have zero tolerance for this despicable behavior, and anyone who threatens the health and lives of my deputies will face the maximum charges,” Snyder said.
STUART, Fla. (FOX13) -- A Florida man is facing charges that he threatened and assaulted an officer after he coughed on a deputy and said he had the coronavirus, according to authorities.The Martin County Sheriff’s Office said Christian Perez, 23, was initially stopped for reckless driving when he claimed to have the disease caused by the new coronavirus.Sheriff William Snyder said such behavior would not be tolerated.“We have zero tolerance for this despicable behavior, and anyone who threatens the health and lives of my deputies will face the maximum charges,” Snyder said.
UW-Madison expects to lose $100 million due to coronavirus pandemic
MADISON, Wis. -- The University of Wisconsin-Madison expects to lose $100 million because of the coronavirus pandemic, that's if social distancing is over by June.The loss includes reimbursing the majority of students for room and board after the campus closed because of COVID-19.Chancellor Rebecca Blank told the University Committee Monday additional expenses include hiring professional cleaners and buying software licenses and programs to move thousands of courses online.The State Journal reports the loss is about 3.2% of UW-Madison’s $3 billion budget.System spokesman Mark Pitsch said he doesn't have an estimate for the financial losses at its 26 campuses.For most people, the coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms, such as fever and cough that clear up in two to three weeks.
MADISON, Wis. -- The University of Wisconsin-Madison expects to lose $100 million because of the coronavirus pandemic, that's if social distancing is over by June.The loss includes reimbursing the majority of students for room and board after the campus closed because of COVID-19.Chancellor Rebecca Blank told the University Committee Monday additional expenses include hiring professional cleaners and buying software licenses and programs to move thousands of courses online.The State Journal reports the loss is about 3.2% of UW-Madison’s $3 billion budget.System spokesman Mark Pitsch said he doesn't have an estimate for the financial losses at its 26 campuses.For most people, the coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms, such as fever and cough that clear up in two to three weeks.
‘We’re going to find you and prosecute you:' Lawmakers look to protect elders from coronavirus scams
WASHINGTON — Some seniors throughout the country are the targets of scammers who are now using the coronavirus outbreak as a way to exploit the vulnerable.“This is the worst of the worst,” Pennsylvania Rep.
WASHINGTON — Some seniors throughout the country are the targets of scammers who are now using the coronavirus outbreak as a way to exploit the vulnerable.“This is the worst of the worst,” Pennsylvania Rep.
Combating coronavirus: More doctors turning to telehealth in midst of pandemic
WASHINGTON – Healthcare workers on the frontlines of the coronavirus pandemic are trying to do more checkups from home.“We have moved every patient we possibly can to a virtual platform,” Dr.
WASHINGTON – Healthcare workers on the frontlines of the coronavirus pandemic are trying to do more checkups from home.“We have moved every patient we possibly can to a virtual platform,” Dr.
Spain hit by record virus deaths; NY demands reinforcements
MADRID, Spain — Spain's coronavirus deaths jumped by a record number Tuesday as the country's medical system strained to care for its tens of thousands of infected patients, and the World Health Organization warned that the pandemic was far from over in Asia.In the United States, where the spread of the coronavirus has been accelerating, New York Gov.
MADRID, Spain — Spain's coronavirus deaths jumped by a record number Tuesday as the country's medical system strained to care for its tens of thousands of infected patients, and the World Health Organization warned that the pandemic was far from over in Asia.In the United States, where the spread of the coronavirus has been accelerating, New York Gov.
Report: Texas company looking to dock stimulus money from paychecks, relieve their payroll
AUSTIN, Texas -- A company in Austin, Texas is looking to dock pay from workers who receive government stimulus checks, according to an anonymous employee, according to FOX35.With the historic $2 trillion coronavirus stimulus deal signed, Americans can look forward to receiving some economic relief during the pandemic.An unnamed company in Texas, though, appears to be looking to use the stimulus to relieve their payroll strain.On Wednesday, the company sent out a form titled “Employee Acknowledgement of ‘Government Assistance’ Pay Reduction.”The form was reported by an employee who wished to remain anonymous, but the employee spoke to local news KXAN about the situation.“The form says they are preemptively deducting funds from our paychecks.
AUSTIN, Texas -- A company in Austin, Texas is looking to dock pay from workers who receive government stimulus checks, according to an anonymous employee, according to FOX35.With the historic $2 trillion coronavirus stimulus deal signed, Americans can look forward to receiving some economic relief during the pandemic.An unnamed company in Texas, though, appears to be looking to use the stimulus to relieve their payroll strain.On Wednesday, the company sent out a form titled “Employee Acknowledgement of ‘Government Assistance’ Pay Reduction.”The form was reported by an employee who wished to remain anonymous, but the employee spoke to local news KXAN about the situation.“The form says they are preemptively deducting funds from our paychecks.
1,200+ confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Wisconsin, 16K+ test negative
MILWAUKEE — The total positive cases of coronavirus in Wisconsin rose to 1,221 on Monday, March 30, Wisconsin Department of Health Services officials said.
MILWAUKEE — The total positive cases of coronavirus in Wisconsin rose to 1,221 on Monday, March 30, Wisconsin Department of Health Services officials said.
With season on hold due to COVID-19, Bucks' Kyle Korver working to 'make the best of this'
MILWAUKEE -- With the NBA season on hold as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, Milwaukee Bucks guard Kyle Korver is focused on things he can control.Instead of working at Fiserv Forum, Korver is processing the COVID-19 pandemic like everyone else."I think I'm trying to find the silver linings," said Korver. "There's a ton of time to reconnect with my family, my kids.
MILWAUKEE -- With the NBA season on hold as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, Milwaukee Bucks guard Kyle Korver is focused on things he can control.Instead of working at Fiserv Forum, Korver is processing the COVID-19 pandemic like everyone else."I think I'm trying to find the silver linings," said Korver. "There's a ton of time to reconnect with my family, my kids.
'Rough to say the least:' Brown Deer man tested positive for COVID-19 days after 43rd birthday
BROWN DEER -- Just days after Mack Bates celebrated his birthday, he was hospitalized for COVID-19.
BROWN DEER -- Just days after Mack Bates celebrated his birthday, he was hospitalized for COVID-19.
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Some Instacart, Amazon workers strike as jobs get riskier
NEW YORK — Some Instacart and Amazon warehouse workers walked off the job Monday demanding greater safeguards against the coronavirus, even as both companies are speed-hiring hundreds of thousands of new workers to handle a surge in delivery orders.The one-day strikes had little impact on consumers, but the unrest called attention to mounting discontent among low-wage workers who are on the front lines of the pandemic, serving the needs of those who can keep safe working from home.
NEW YORK — Some Instacart and Amazon warehouse workers walked off the job Monday demanding greater safeguards against the coronavirus, even as both companies are speed-hiring hundreds of thousands of new workers to handle a surge in delivery orders.The one-day strikes had little impact on consumers, but the unrest called attention to mounting discontent among low-wage workers who are on the front lines of the pandemic, serving the needs of those who can keep safe working from home.