COVID-19

Deadlier Than COVID-19: Mexico's History of Epidemics That Almost Wiped out the Country's Population

Mexico has faced different diseases and epidemics over the previous five centuries and some of these almost killed the country's population.
To complete the school year’s third and final cycles remotely, a student would be required to use information technology and information and communications technology infrastructure which, unfortunately, are not existent in the country.

Is Remote Schooling Possible in Venezuela?

Carrying out the school year 2019 to 2020 school year's third and final cycles remotely would require the information technology and information and communications technology infrastructure.

Business Is Booming Amid the COVID-19 Crisis for These Puerto Rican Siblings

These siblings in Puerto Rico make their businesses flourish amid the COVID-19 crisis. Their deliveries have increased in number since the announcement of lockdown.

COVID-19 Recovery: Lessons We Can Take From Hurricane-Ravaged City

If there is one person who knows what to do about reopening an economy after a crisis, that's Mark McQueen, the city manager for Panama City during the time of Hurricane Michael 18 months ago.

US Continues to Add Cameras at the US-Mexico Border Despite Decline in Crossings, Why?

The US administration has been discretely installing additional military surveillance cameras at the US-Mexico border as its response to the COVID-19 pandemic even though fewer people appear to be crossing illegally.

No Stimulus Checks: Support These Small Businesses in Mexico

Unlike other countries, Mexico has not released stimulus checks to support its citizens so supporting small businesses will eventually help them survive and therefore avoid laying off their workers.

Coronavirus Antibody Tests: A Possible Answer to the COVID-19 Test Gaps

Antibody tests are designed to show whether or not a patient has previously been infected with COVID-19---even if you never had any symptoms.

More than 50,000 Flock to California Beaches, Crowds Ignore Social Distancing Rules

Thousands were caught disobeying social distancing measures and walking around bare-faced as California opens its shorelines Friday evening.

COVID-19 Ends the Use of Florida Schools as Hurricane Shelters

To prevent COVID-19 from spreading, the officials of Florida announced recently, they might not open up schools or mass shelters for people who seek shelter in the event of a hurricane.

Paraguay Planning Shift to ‘Smart’ Quarantine After COVID-19 Curve Flattens

Paraguay is easing its COVID-19 lockdown next month, replacing its presently strict sanctions with a "smart quarantine," after the turns to be among the most successful in stemming the pandemic's spread in the region.

Mexico's Border Zone Factories Plan To Resume Operations Amid COVID-19 Scare

Not knowing when the federal government will finally lift the restrictions that forced them to close due to the coronavirus pandemic, factories in five of Mexico's six northern border states are planning to resume operations in May.

Mexico Should Consider Virology A Matter Of National Security, Experts Say

According to experts, once the virology center and coordinated groups to combat viral diseases are established, Mexico would stop putting its national security at risk.

Riots Flare Up in Venezuela’s Countryside Due to Food and Fuel Shortage

Dozens of people in Venezuela had a clash with the police authorities in the southern Bolivar state's countryside.

Georgia Residents Flock to Hair Salons and Tattoo Parlors As Non-Essential Businesses Reopen

Georgia Governor Brian Kemp announced his decision to allow non-essential businesses across the state to reopen on Friday despite warnings from experts.

California Could Reopen Sooner than Governor’s Forecast, Experts Say

California may be able to begin lifting restrictions ahead of the projected schedule of Gov. Gavin Newsom. This is according to researchers.

Mobile Marketing in Latin America and COVID-19 Challenges

The renewed commitment of SoftBank to the Fund, which was launched last year, is further evidence that the Latin American market is all set with potential, specifically in health care, fintech and e-commerce sectors.

Race Disparity: 25% of COVID-19 Cases in San Francisco Are Latinos

San Francisco has around 1,200 COVID-19 cases, and 25 percent of these patients are Latinos. San Francisco has around 1,200 COVID-19 cases, and 25 percent of these patients are Latinos, according to a recently published article.

Experts Say Mexico Needs 20,000 Ventilators for the COVID-19 Crisis but It Only has 3,000

Due to the increasing number of COVID-19 cases in Mexico, the need for ventilators also continues to increase. How is Mexico resolving the problem?

Medical Workers in Puerto Rico Granted Civil Immunity During COVID-19 Pandemic

Puerto Rico Governor Wanda Vasquez signed an executive order granting medical workers and hospitals civil immunity from reparations due to claims stemming from suspected medical malpractice during the pandemic.

Pregnant Latina Tested Positive for COVID-19 Delivers a Baby While in a Coma

A pregnant Latina who tested positive for COVID-19 delivers a baby while in a coma. A pregnant Latina who tested positive for COVID-19 delivers a baby while in a coma, according to a recently published article.

Digital Information Is Latin America's Biggest Hope in Beating COVID-19

Digital technology helps address the coronavirus outbreak in Latin America, but in a region where privacy protection and enforcement is uneven, it may also threaten the privacy of citizens, according to a recent article.
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