Fall allergies or COVID-19? Here's the difference between symptoms
Experts say allergy symptoms can often mimic those of the novel coronavirus, but there are some telltale signs that it’s not allergies.
Experts say allergy symptoms can often mimic those of the novel coronavirus, but there are some telltale signs that it’s not allergies.
Maricopa, Navajo and Pima Counties reach COVID-19 benchmarks, allowing for business re-openings
Counties in Arizona are expected to be at a "moderate spread" by Aug. 27, allowing for several businesses to begin reopening, but with health precautions in place.
Counties in Arizona are expected to be at a "moderate spread" by Aug. 27, allowing for several businesses to begin reopening, but with health precautions in place.
United Airlines will furlough up to 2,850 pilots without more federal aid
United Airlines says it will furlough up to 2,850 pilots this fall unless the federal government provides more coronavirus-relief money to the nation's airlines.
United Airlines says it will furlough up to 2,850 pilots this fall unless the federal government provides more coronavirus-relief money to the nation's airlines.
Delta bans nearly 250 people from flying on its planes for refusing to wear masks
In an internal memo released Thursday, Delta Air Lines has placed more than 240 people on a “no fly list” for failing to comply with its mandatory mask policy.
In an internal memo released Thursday, Delta Air Lines has placed more than 240 people on a “no fly list” for failing to comply with its mandatory mask policy.
Report finds more than 70,000 new US coronavirus cases in children since early August
The American Academy of Pediatrics and the Children's Hospital Association reported a 21% increase of coronavirus cases in children since early August.
The American Academy of Pediatrics and the Children's Hospital Association reported a 21% increase of coronavirus cases in children since early August.
Salt River Tubing closed for the rest of the 2020 season
Tubing on the Salt River is over, at least for 2020.
Tubing on the Salt River is over, at least for 2020.
American man faces jail, $500K fine for repeated violation of Canadian border restriction
Canadian police arrested an American man for allegedly violating the Quarantine Act, which limits non-essential border crossings amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Canadian police arrested an American man for allegedly violating the Quarantine Act, which limits non-essential border crossings amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Wisconsin, Minnesota health departments reaffirm commitment to COVID-19 testing despite revised CDC policies
The states of Wisconsin and Minnesota both reaffirmed their commitment to expansive COVID-19 testing this week as the CDC revised its policies to recommend that fewer people receive tests.
The states of Wisconsin and Minnesota both reaffirmed their commitment to expansive COVID-19 testing this week as the CDC revised its policies to recommend that fewer people receive tests.
Aiello's, Isa's Pizza reopened after owners, Myrah and Joe, contracted COVID-19
Joe and Myrah Aiello own Aiello's Restaurant, Isa's Pizza, and Charr American Burger Bar, near 7th Street and Thunderbird. The couple were both hospitalized with COVID-19, resulting in the temporary closure of their restaurants. Myrah has recovered and reopened for takeout and delivery, but Joe is still in the ICU dealing with major coronavirus-related complications.
Joe and Myrah Aiello own Aiello's Restaurant, Isa's Pizza, and Charr American Burger Bar, near 7th Street and Thunderbird. The couple were both hospitalized with COVID-19, resulting in the temporary closure of their restaurants. Myrah has recovered and reopened for takeout and delivery, but Joe is still in the ICU dealing with major coronavirus-related complications.
Nurses arrange wedding ceremony for coronavirus patient at San Antonio hospital
Nurses at a San Antonio hospital arranged a special wedding ceremony for a coronavirus patient.
Nurses at a San Antonio hospital arranged a special wedding ceremony for a coronavirus patient.
More than 1 million Americans applied for unemployment benefits
Just over 1 million Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week, a sign that the coronavirus outbreak continues to threaten jobs even as the housing market, auto sales and other segments of the economy rebound from a springtime collapse.
Just over 1 million Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week, a sign that the coronavirus outbreak continues to threaten jobs even as the housing market, auto sales and other segments of the economy rebound from a springtime collapse.
Gyms aim to open in Phoenix, Tucson as virus cases ebb
State guidelines drafted by Christ’s department say gyms can reopen at 25% capacity once a county hits moderate transmission rates but must commit to implementing strategies to prevent the spread of the virus. Gyms are also urged to use a reservation system. Bars and nightclubs also can open at 50% occupancy levels, but only if they convert to restaurant service and implement stringent health department guidelines. Bars with no food service must remain closed.
State guidelines drafted by Christ’s department say gyms can reopen at 25% capacity once a county hits moderate transmission rates but must commit to implementing strategies to prevent the spread of the virus. Gyms are also urged to use a reservation system. Bars and nightclubs also can open at 50% occupancy levels, but only if they convert to restaurant service and implement stringent health department guidelines. Bars with no food service must remain closed.
Will a face mask protect me, or just the people near me?
Does a face mask protect me, or just the people around me? It likely does both.
Does a face mask protect me, or just the people around me? It likely does both.
New COVID-19 test shows results like a pregnancy test
The Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday authorized the first rapid coronavirus test that doesn’t need any special computer equipment to get results, which appear on a testing card with a similar design to some pregnancy tests.
The Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday authorized the first rapid coronavirus test that doesn’t need any special computer equipment to get results, which appear on a testing card with a similar design to some pregnancy tests.
Statue in Phoenix's Garfield neighborhood finally masked up
With some help from Phoenix Fire and a mask maker, a statue in Phoenix's Garfield neighborhood is getting a face covering.
With some help from Phoenix Fire and a mask maker, a statue in Phoenix's Garfield neighborhood is getting a face covering.
Justice Department seeking data from 4 states, inquiring if local orders led to nursing home deaths
The Justice Department is seeking data from the governors of four states about “orders which may have resulted in the deaths of thousands of elderly nursing home residents.”
The Justice Department is seeking data from the governors of four states about “orders which may have resulted in the deaths of thousands of elderly nursing home residents.”
As Hurricane Laura bears down, nursing homes juggle evacuations amid coronavirus fears
About 1,500 residents of long-term care facilities in Texas have been evacuated as a powerful Hurricane Laura nears its coastline.
About 1,500 residents of long-term care facilities in Texas have been evacuated as a powerful Hurricane Laura nears its coastline.
Air marshal says he was asked to remove his American flag face covering
An airline passenger who had an American flag on a face covering was told he could not board a Frontier jet.
An airline passenger who had an American flag on a face covering was told he could not board a Frontier jet.
Environmental expert talks about the haze the Valley has been experiencing
If you've noticed the air quality in Arizona hasn't been the best, you're not alone. There are several reasons why the air is dense and hazy.
If you've noticed the air quality in Arizona hasn't been the best, you're not alone. There are several reasons why the air is dense and hazy.
IRS to send 50,000 'catch-up' stimulus checks in September
The wrongly withheld payments will be mailed in early-to-mid September.
The wrongly withheld payments will be mailed in early-to-mid September.