Coronavirus Battle Could Jeopardize Vaccines for Millions of MENA Children: UN
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The coronavirus pandemic could jeopardize vaccination campaigns in the Middle East and North Africa, UNICEF warned Sunday, saying millions of children could miss out on polio and measles immunizations.
Nearly Half of British Doctors Forced to Find Their Own PPE, New Data Shows
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Almost half of Britain’s doctors have sourced their own personal protective equipment (PPE) or relied on a donation when none was available through normal NHS channels, according to a survey.
Europe Prepares for More Lockdown Easing As Virus Hopes Rise
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Europe on Sunday prepared for a further cautious easing of coronavirus restrictions following signs the pandemic may be slowing, after Spaniards flocked to the streets to jog, cycle and rollerskate for the first time after 48 days of confinement.
More than 80% of Inmates Test Positive for Coronavirus in US Prison
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – A massive wave of coronavirus infections is blasting through the world's largest prison population in the United States even as officials begin opening up their economies, saying the disease has plateaued.
Coronavirus Cases in African Countries Top 40,000
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – There are more than 40,000 cases of the deadly coronavirus across Africa, according to Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention data released on Saturday.
Russia, Pakistan Virus Cases Spike As Others Ease Controls
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Russia and Pakistan reported their biggest one-day jumps in new coronavirus infections as some other countries and US states where case numbers are stabilizing allowed businesses and public activities to reopen.
US Coronavirus Response: White House Blocking Fauci from Testifying
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The White House has blocked Dr. Anthony Fauci from testifying about the response to the coronavirus crisis before the US House Appropriations Committee, a spokesman for the committee said.
US States Loosen Lockdowns As Virus Drug Approved
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – More US states eased pandemic lockdown measures on Friday even as coronavirus deaths rose, while American authorities green lighted an experimental drug for emergency use on patients.
UK Will Probably Miss Its Testing Target, Minister Admits
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – A minister has admitted it is "probable" that the British government will fail to meet its target of 100,000 daily coronavirus tests by the end of this month.
'Don't Waste A Minute': Chinese Firm Readies Mass Vaccine Production
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – A researcher in a lab coat in Beijing holds up the hopes of humanity in his fingers: "Coronavac", an experimental vaccine against the coronavirus that has upended the world.
Groups Sow Doubt about COVID Vaccine before One Even Exists
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – A coronavirus vaccine is still months or years away, but groups that peddle misinformation about immunizations are already taking aim, potentially eroding confidence in what could be humanity’s best chance to defeat the virus.
Coronavirus Pandemic Could Lead to 18,000 More Cancer Deaths in UK: Study
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Almost 18,000 more people could die from cancer over the next year in England because of the impact of COVID-19, new research suggests.
Coronavirus Death Toll in US Now Exceeds That of Vietnam War
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The coronavirus death toll in the US officially exceeded the number of fatalities during the Vietnam War.
Turkey Delivers Medical Aid to US amid Coronavirus Outbreak
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – A Turkish military cargo plane on Tuesday departed for the United States to deliver medical supplies for the COVID-19, Turkey's defense ministry said.
WHO Warns of Supply Disruptions in Coronavirus Crisis, Seeks More Air Capacity
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The World Health Organization (WHO) appealed for more flight capacity Tuesday to step up shipments of diagnostic tests and protective equipment to areas where COVID-19 is spreading, especially Latin America.
France, Spain to Announce Lockdown Exit Plan as Aussies Hit Waves
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – France and Spain were on Tuesday set to announce plans to lift strict coronavirus lockdowns that have endured for weeks, while on the other side of world surfers returned to Bondi Beach as Australia took its own first steps to ease restrictions.
US Virus Deaths Could Reach 70,000: Trump
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – US President Donald Trump is projecting that coronavirus deaths in the country could reach 70,000, but says original projections were much higher as he explained why voters should consider re-electing him in November.
Poll: Cost Makes Nearly 1 in 10 Leery of Seeking COVID-19 Care in US
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – As states in the US gear up to reopen, a poll finds a potential obstacle to controlling the coronavirus: nearly 1 in 10 adults say cost would keep them from seeking help if they thought they were infected.
