The CDC now recommends wearing cloth masks to prevent the spread of COVID-19. But are they suitable for babies? According to the CDC, masks should not be used for children under age 2. (Las Vegas Review-Journal)
On Tuesday, the Food and Drug Administration revealed that the test had received emergency approval. The new kit, produced by North Carolina-based LabCorp, allows people to collect their own sample from home and send it to be tested. (Las Vegas Review-Journal)
With recent news of a tiger at the Bronx Zoo testing positive for COVID-19, many have begun to worry whether animals can transmit the virus. According to Karen Terio, chief of the Zoological Pathology Program at the University of Illinois, there’s no need to panic. (Las Vegas Review-Journal)
According to Johns Hopkins University, as of April 3, more than 1,033,000 people have been infected with coronavirus. The U.S. has the most reported cases, with nearly a quarter of a million infections. (Las Vegas Review-Journal)
The Democratic National Convention was set to take place over four days in the middle of July. Democratic officials have now confirmed the convention will take place the week of Aug. 17. (Las Vegas Review-Journal)