America reels from testing delays as heat hinders access
Amid long lines and scarce kits, Americans face repeated failed attempts to get COVID-19 tests. Sam Lee in Austin waits over two hours after dawn for a result. nationwide testing climbs to about 640,000 per day, but delays, shortages, and uneven availability spark frustration and questions about national response. Local sites in New Orleans, Phoenix, and Georgia report supply strains while FEMA expands shipments and surge sites open in Jacksonville, Baton Rouge, and Edinburg.
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Tick bites mimic Covid symptoms and local disease risks
Medina County health officials caution that flu like fever chills and aches can signal tick borne illnesses such as Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever. One Lyme case this year and low but rising regional rates underscore prevention and timely tick identification at the Medina OSU extension and Health Department offices.
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COVID-19 drive thru testing at Cloverleaf High School
The Medina County Health Department Health Center runs a no cost drive thru COVID-19 testing day at Cloverleaf High School 8525 Friendsville Road Westfield Township. Appointment required 9 am to noon call (330) 723-9688 option 1 to schedule. Out of 74 tested, fewer than 10 positive.
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Mask ordinance proposed to curb virus spread citywide
Hazeltine argues masks stabilize the economy and protect businesses warning one sick employee could close a shop. Lamb notes passage hinges on finance and council approval before August recess while stressing the health issue.
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Ohio COVID-19 counts rise with 543 cases reported
As of 2 p m Wednesday there are 543 reported COVID-19 cases in Ohio up seven in 24 hours. The state lists 386 presumed recovered, 77 hospitalizations including a woman over 80 admitted Monday, and 32 deaths. Total 60 181 confirmed and probable cases and 2 991 deaths. Hospitalizations reach 8 489 with over 2 100 ICU admissions.
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Trump presses schools to reopen or risk federal funds
President Trump threatened to withhold federal money if districts do not reopen in the fall. He argued guidelines are too costly while Pence said new CDC guidance will aid schools. New York City plans three days in class and online in between, as governors push for safety.
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