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5:18pm Sep 10, 2021

Science Science Health & Safety Education

Yes, Gov. DeSantis, Studies Do Show Masks Curb Covid-19 In Schools

by Maria Godoy

Several studies over the past year and a half have arrived at the same conclusion: mask wearing significantly limits transmission of the coronavirus in schools.
4:54pm Aug 24, 2021

Health & Safety Health & Safety

Davidson County Schools Board Of Education Votes In Favor Of Universal Masking

by David Ford

The Davidson County Schools Board of Education has voted in favor of mandatory masking for students and staff.

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4:24pm Aug 13, 2021

World News World News Science Health & Safety

A Study In Bangladesh Tripled The Rate Of Mask-Wearing. Can It Help In The U.S.?

by Adela Wu

Researchers looked at the impact of free masks, text reminders and celebrity endorsements. It's unclear if the best strategies will help counter anti-mask sentiment in the U.S. during the delta surge.
3:23pm Aug 13, 2021

Health & Safety Health & Safety

Governor Roy Cooper Urges School Boards To Fully Implement Health Protections

by David Ford

Governor Roy Cooper is urging school boards to require students and staff to wear masks ahead of the new academic year.

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6:25pm Aug 10, 2021

Politics & Government Politics & Government Health & Safety

Guilford County Approves Indoor Mask Mandate

by Keri Brown

As COVID-19 case counts rise across the state, some local governments are implementing safety measures to help curb the spread of the virus in their communities.
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7:30pm Jul 26, 2021

World News World News Health & Safety

Coronavirus FAQ: I'm Vaccinated. I Thought I Could Give Up Masks! But Should I?

by Sheila Mulrooney Eldred

Yes, that was the plan. Then along came the delta variant. And now people who are vaccinated are wondering: Are there circumstances in which a mask would be advisable?
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5:55pm May 28, 2021

National National Health & Safety

The CDC Revises Its Summer Camp Guidance, Easing Restrictions

Masks are optional for vaccinated kids, and other recommended restrictions have been softened, making for a more relaxed camping experience for children this summer.
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5:21pm Apr 27, 2021

National National Health & Safety

CDC: If You're Vaccinated, You Don't Need To Mask Outdoors (Unless You're In A Crowd)

by Allison Aubrey

But the CDC is urging all people — vaccinated or not — to continue avoiding medium or large gatherings since it's still learning how well the vaccines work to curb the spread of the virus.

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3:41pm Apr 16, 2021

Health & Safety Health & Safety

Coronavirus FAQ: You're Vaccinated. Cool! Now About Those 'Breakthrough' Infections...

by Sheila Mulrooney Eldred

No vaccine is 100% effective. Though so-called "breakthrough" COVID cases are rare, the virus is circulating widely. What's a vaccinated person to do? And ... not do?

masking

Yes, Gov. DeSantis, Studies Do Show Masks Curb Covid-19 In Schools

Davidson County Schools Board Of Education Votes In Favor Of Universal Masking

A Study In Bangladesh Tripled The Rate Of Mask-Wearing. Can It Help In The U.S.?

Governor Roy Cooper Urges School Boards To Fully Implement Health Protections

Guilford County Approves Indoor Mask Mandate

Coronavirus FAQ: I'm Vaccinated. I Thought I Could Give Up Masks! But Should I?

The CDC Revises Its Summer Camp Guidance, Easing Restrictions

CDC: If You're Vaccinated, You Don't Need To Mask Outdoors (Unless You're In A Crowd)

Coronavirus FAQ: You're Vaccinated. Cool! Now About Those 'Breakthrough' Infections...

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