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Galax’s 32 newly-reported coronavirus cases are not as they seem
On Wednesday, the Virginia Department of Health announced that Galax had 32 more coronavirus cases than Tuesday; however, while factually true, it’s a touch misleading.
‘It’s life-changing’: Woman shares battle with severe COVID-19 symptoms for more than 130 days
A Michigan woman who was healthy before contracting the coronavirus (COVID-19) said she’s been battling symptoms -- including seizures and hallucinations -- for more than 130 days.
What are antibodies? Why is developing antibody testing for COVID-19 so complicated?
There has been an emphasis put on developing widespread coronavirus (COVID-19) antibody testing as we move forward through the pandemic.
Can wearing contacts increase your chances of catching COVID-19?
There’s a lot of information and misinformation out there about the coronavirus, so Local 4 is letting viewers submit questions so we can find verified answers.
Health leaders disagree with Roanoke being on New York Times list for coronavirus deaths
Local health leaders say they’re concerned with the New York Times’ reporting on COVID-19 cases in Roanoke.
Coronavirus research: First cases in October? 200 different mutations? Vaccine proving difficult?
There are countless studies into the coronavirus (COVID-19) going on around the world, and three that recently caught our eye involve when the spread of the virus first began, hundreds of mutations helping COVID-19 evolve and a development that could make a vaccine very difficult to create.
How likely are we to have a coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccine by the end of the year?
Could we really have a coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccine by the end of the year? Some experts believe it’s possible, though not necessarily likely.
Accuracy concerns arise after FDA allows COVID-19 antibody tests to be sold without authorization
There are concerns about the accuracy of antibody tests that would help determine if someone had and recovered from coronavirus (COVID-19).
Dr. Fauci expresses optimism for treating COVID-19 with antiviral drug remdesivir
Dr. Anthony Fauci, the head of the National institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, expressed optimism Wednesday about finding a possible treatment for coronavirus (COVID-19).
Accuracy concerns arise after FDA allows COVID-19 antibody tests to be sold without authorization
There are concerns about the accuracy of antibody tests that would help determine if someone had and recovered from coronavirus (COVID-19).
Be cautious when you clean -- Calls to poison control rise amid COVID-19 outbreak
Poison control centers are reporting an increase in calls related to cleaning products as people are trying to reduce their risk from coronavirus (COVID-19).
No, Gov. Northam has not left Virginia to go to his N.C. beach house during the stay-at-home order
Gov. Ralph Northam has not left the state since his executive order requiring Virginians to stay at home went into effect, according to his spokesperson.
Amidst COVID-19 concerns, physicians urge public not to delay medical care
At the start of the COVID-19 eruption, emergency departments were dealing with an overwhelming influx of patients and people were urged to seek alternate care for nonemergency problems.
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