Stories tagged: "coronavirus pandemic"

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Coronavirus Returning to In-Person Classes Poses Risks to Latino Households

The rise in COVID-19 cases and the new variants of the virus threaten a safe return to in-person classes.

February 2, 2021 6:11 pm EST Mivette Vega Mivette Vega
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Coronavirus UK COVID Variant Has Been Detected in Puerto Rico

At least three cases of the easily spread variant are confirmed. Experts encourage people to continue with safety measures and the vaccination process.

January 29, 2021 9:18 am EST Mivette Vega Mivette Vega
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Coronavirus Florida’s Dept. of Education May Put Thousands of ESL Students at Risk

Nearly 300,000 Spanish-speaking students in Florida will have to take a test in person at a time when COVID cases are on the rise.

January 14, 2021 5:37 pm EST Mivette Vega Mivette Vega
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Coronavirus Pfizer Vaccine Protects Against Virus Variant, Study Suggests

Most of the COVID-19 vaccines being rolled out around the world train the body to recognize that spike protein and fight it.

January 13, 2021 2:22 pm EST Associated Press Associated Press
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Coronavirus Puerto Rico Teachers Federation Slams March School Reopening

The president of the federation said schools are not ready to open because of the high COVID-19 positivity rate and the over 100 school buildings in disrepair after last year's earthquakes.

January 5, 2021 6:22 pm EST Mivette Vega Mivette Vega

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Coronavirus Nearly 40,000 Health Professionals Have Already Been Vaccinated in Puerto Rico

Long lines and traffic jams have formed during the first weeks of vaccination on the island while the government seeks to develop an appointment system to prevent crowding.

December 30, 2020 5:51 pm EST Mivette Vega Mivette Vega
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Coronavirus Pet Adoptions Are Soaring Among Latinos Because of the Pandemic

There has been a boom in pet adoptions during the pandemic, but it's important to make sure the pet will fit into your post-COVID lifestyle before adopting.

December 22, 2020 1:45 pm EST Ariana Garcia Ariana Garcia