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The Bundestag passed an amendment to the pandemic rules in a 364-277 vote with two abstentions. The upper house of parliament, made up of Germany’s 16 states, approved the measure later Friday.

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Local health officials report threats, vandalism and harassment during the pandemic

Fri, 2022-03-18 13:09 — mike kraft

Local health officials report threats, vandalism and harassment during the pandemic, study finds Local health officials handling the day-to-day response to the coronavirus crisis have faced hostility like never before in their communities. Salvador Rizzo Washington Post

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Overview: Asia, Germany, Italy developments

Fri, 2022-03-18 11:29 — mike kraft

What you need to know about the coronavirus right now Here's what you need to know about the coronavirus right now: Reuters Reuters

-- A World Health Organization spokesperson said on Friday that the end of the COVID-19 pandemic was a long way off, citing a rise in cases in its latest weekly data.

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FDA recalls some home tests for Covid

Fri, 2022-03-18 11:03 — mike kraft

SD Biosensor Recalls Unauthorized STANDARD Q COVID-19 Tests SD Biosensor's STANDARD Q COVID-19 Ag Home Tests are being recalled because they are not authorized, cleared, or approved by the FDA and may give false results. Center for Devices and Radiological Health U.S. Food and Drug Administration

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Congressional funding for countering Covid problems --White House, House leaders step up funding efforts

Fri, 2022-03-18 10:36 — mike kraft

The AP Interview: Health chief warns of COVID funds shortage WASHINGTON (AP) — With the nation yearning for a new normal after its long struggle with the coronavirus, U.S. Health Secretary Xavier Becerra warned Thursday that vaccines, tests and treatments will be “stuck on the ground” unless Congress provides the additional funds the White House has demanded. AP NEWS

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White House releases ventilation guidelines meant to address indoor Covid spread

Fri, 2022-03-18 10:16 — mike kraft

White House releases ventilation guidelines meant to address indoor Covid spread A statement from the White House says funds from the $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan can help upgrade air quality in schools and other public buildings. NBC News

The White House on Thursday released new ventilation and air quality guidelines for schools, colleges and other building owners and operators in an effort to reduce the risk of Covid-19 spreading indoors.

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