Welcome to the newly updated Key Developments, now published twice a week and expanding beyond just COVID-19 news. Right now, it's still largely focused on the pandemic, but we're gradually broadening the scope as we move forward. The global case count has surpassed 19.2 million, with more than 250,000 new cases reported daily. Over 716,000 people have died worldwide. In the U.S., there are over 5 million confirmed cases and more than 162,000 deaths. The country added over 53,000 new cases in the last 24 hours. Brazil is still leading in daily case growth, followed by India and Russia. Notably, Brazil’s daily case and death numbers are now surpassing those of the U.S. Spain is experiencing a sharp resurgence: In #Europe #Spain continues to battle a resurgence of #COVID19 infections. The #CzechRepublic is also struggling. #Poland is seeing some of its highest number of new #coronavirus cases. #Romania is battling a severe second wave. #Germany had over 1,000 new infections yesterday. pic.twitter.com/bYij6XyhKy — Shane Woodford (@WoodfordinDK) August 6, 2020 Forget "follow the money." Now it's "follow the tech companies." If major tech firms are keeping employees working from home well into next year, that's a strong indicator of ongoing concerns about public health and safety. New evidence suggests that the virus can spread through aerosolized particles, making airborne transmission more likely than previously thought: Viable SARS-CoV-2 in the air of a hospital room with COVID-19 patients https://t.co/I7XftxYUi7 In lay terms: this study confirms, unambiguously in my view, that virus in aerosols (small enough to travel several meters) is infectious. We have suspected this and now have evidence. — Linsey Marr https://www.threads.net/@linseycmarr (@linseymarr) August 6, 2020 It's not just asymptomatic children who carry high viral loads — adults do too. A recent study from South Korea shows that these individuals can indeed transmit the virus. Researchers have found that embryos express ACE2 genes as early as the second week of development. While it's unclear if they have sufficient ACE2 receptors to be at risk of infection, the possibility remains. Scientists from Cambridge and Caltech are urging further research to better understand potential risks to fetal development. Some experts predict that many schools opening in the fall may have to close again in October due to rising case numbers. More updates on the NIH's phase 3 trials for antibody treatments. Moderna’s vaccine, if successful, could cost less than a typical flu shot. Bulk purchases by institutions would make it even more affordable, though such orders would require millions of doses. The mayor of Los Angeles announced plans to cut water and power to homes hosting large illegal parties: Los Angeles is moving to crack down on illegal parties in big, often rented houses. Calling them "nightclubs in the hills," Mayor Eric Garcetti says the city will send in the police and cut power and water to the properties: https://t.co/Hwxo8MfDSZ — GBH News (@GBHNews) August 6, 2020 Immunology is incredibly complex. One interesting point is that SARS-CoV-2 appears to confuse the immune system, causing it to overreact in severe cases. This article offers a clear breakdown of what we know and don't know about immunity and the virus. Schools in Georgia have already started, and students are testing positive and being sent home. Worse yet, some schools are threatening to suspend students who post negative comments online about crowded hallways or choose to stay home to avoid infection. Two students have already been suspended. More sports events are being canceled: Division III Presidents Council cancels fall championships: https://t.co/pnSaFx2C08 pic.twitter.com/IgVWsqGPav — NCAA News (@NCAA_PR) August 5, 2020 Americans are desperately in need of direct financial aid, rent relief, and mortgage support during this economic crisis. However, political gridlock is preventing meaningful action. Eviction moratoriums are set to expire soon, putting millions at risk of homelessness. President Trump has said he’ll issue an executive order to reduce payroll taxes if no stimulus deal is reached.
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