COVID-19: key developments for Friday, April 17, 2020
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Global cases have increased by more than 84,000 since yesterday, bringing the total to over 2.2 million. The United States alone has surpassed 700,000 confirmed cases, with more than 200,000 new infections reported in just the past week. This surge highlights the ongoing challenges of containing the virus as many regions begin to ease restrictions.
The federal government has outlined a phased plan for reopening the economy, emphasizing a careful, data-driven approach. The guidelines detail three distinct phases, regional and state-specific criteria for safe reentry, core preparedness measures such as widespread testing and contact tracing, and clear guidance for both individuals and businesses.
Remdesivir is showing some positive signs in treating patients, though multiple clinical trials are still underway. Gilead Sciences, the drug’s manufacturer, reports encouraging early results, but they also stress that safety and effectiveness are still under review. The company is increasing production, but it remains unclear how widely available the treatment will become.
In a heartwarming twist, a potato farmer in Idaho has donated millions of potatoes instead of discarding them due to supply chain disruptions. This act of kindness comes at a time when food waste is rampant and many are struggling to access basic necessities.
Vince McMahon, CEO of WWE, is part of Trump’s economic advisory group, the Great American Economic Revival Industry Group. Meanwhile, WWE was recently labeled “essential,†a designation that has sparked debate over whether such decisions prioritize business interests over public health.
If you're having trouble finding frozen pizza, you’re not alone. Many grocery stores are experiencing shortages, and suppliers are working to meet rising demand.
The CDC is investigating a spike in asymptomatic cases among homeless populations in Boston, raising concerns about the true scale of the outbreak. It’s unclear whether this reflects a broader spread of the virus or if testing methods are not as reliable as hoped.
Beaches and parks in Jacksonville, Florida, are set to reopen tonight, despite the current public health climate. The move has drawn mixed reactions, with some questioning the timing and safety of such actions.
*Source: FOX13 and Florida Health Department*
Los Angeles is facing a deepening economic downturn, with less than half of residents still employed. As the city grapples with the financial fallout, the road to recovery seems long and uncertain.
The U.S. test positivity rate remains around 20%, indicating that we are far from controlling the virus. Current case numbers may be leveling off not because the outbreak is slowing, but because we’ve reached the limits of our testing capacity.
Preliminary studies suggest that sunlight, heat, and humidity can help inactivate the virus. However, this doesn’t mean the pandemic will fade in the summer. Dry, air-conditioned environments like airplanes, offices, and homes could still allow the virus to persist.
Mascara A cosmetic product applied to the eyelashes to thicken, lengthen, curl, and darken the lashes. It usually consists of a brush and a tube containing the color used to apply the brush. The brush itself can be curved or upright. The texture of mascara can be divided into emulsion and powder.
The primary requirement for mascara is color, cream color is good, quick effect, but easy to halo makeup. With the continuous improvement of beauty beauty effect requirements, the appearance of powder paste, powder paste is relatively "dry" compared with lotion, need to brush several times. The powder paste is uniform and natural, without makeup, refined and elegant, but the relative price is high.
First put the eyelash curler at the root of the eyelash, clamp the eyelash, and slightly upturned, stay for 2 minutes, then move the eyelash curler to the eyelash tip, every 5 mm, clamp the eyelash, stay for 2 minutes, until the eyelash tip; To apply the lashes, place the brush parallel to your eye, starting from the inside of your upper lid, and apply the lashes one by one; To apply the lower lashes, hold the brush parallel to your nose and apply the lashes one by one with the tip of the brush. Put more on the outer corners of your eyes to make them appear bigger. Eyelashes must be separated one by one, not glued together. Eyelashes that are stuck together are unsightly. If they are stuck together, you can brush them away with a mascara brush.
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