Coronavirus coverage in North Carolina, Feb. 19, 2021

This is WRAL's coverage of the coronavirus outbreak for Feb. 19, 2021.

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  Retired Durham officer survives battle with COVID-19
  Stanley McHenry, who describes himself as a "tough guy," served as a Durham police officer for 31 years before a potentially fatal brush with COVID-19.

  February 19, 2021 9:32 a.m. EST
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  COVID-19 cases trending downward, but threat remains high
  North Carolina's daily COVID-19 cases have been trending downward over the last seven weeks.

  February 21, 2021 12:11 p.m. EST
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  UNC research says double-masking can be effective if done correctly
  UNC shares research on the effectiveness of masks, the importance of mask fit, and the protectiveness of double-masking depending on the materials.

  February 19, 2021 1:22 p.m. EST
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  CBC OPINION
  Editorial: No more excuses. Expand Medicaid in N.C. now
  Friday, Feb. 19, 2021 -- COVID-19 continues to spread, North Carolinians continue to get sick, require hospitalization and die. The need for all to be able to access healthcare services is immediate. It is real. The legislature hasn't been hesitant to quickly spend the billions that have come the state's way in coronavirus-related relief. It has refused to act on Medicaid expansion for too long. Any further delay is intolerable and inexcusable. Expand Medicaid now.

  February 19, 2021 5:00 a.m. EST
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  How to handle funeral services in the era of COVID-19
  While earlier in the pandemic, many families postponed funeral services, the industry has evolved ways to enable families to safely gather in-person for small services or virtually, for large ones.

  February 19, 2021 8:02 a.m. EST
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  After 11 days in hospital with COVID-19, self-described 'tough guy' warns others not to take virus lightly
  Stanley McHenry, who describes himself as a "tough guy," was a Durham police officer for 31 years before a dangerous brush with COVID-19.

  February 19, 2021 9:32 a.m. EST
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  CBC OPINION
  Editorial: No more excuses. Expand Medicaid in N.C. now
  Friday, Feb. 19, 2021 -- COVID-19 continues to spread, North Carolinians continue to get sick, require hospitalization and die. The need for all to be able to access healthcare services is immediate. It is real. The legislature hasn't been hesitant to quickly spend the billions that have come the state's way in coronavirus-related relief. It has refused to act on Medicaid expansion for too long. Any further delay is intolerable and inexcusable. Expand Medicaid now.

  February 19, 2021 5:00 a.m. EST
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  How to handle funeral services in the era of COVID-19
  While earlier in the pandemic, many families postponed funeral services, the industry has evolved ways to enable families to safely gather in-person for small services or virtually, for large ones.

  February 19, 2021 8:02 a.m. EST
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  After 11 days in hospital with COVID-19, self-described 'tough guy' warns others not to take virus lightly
  Stanley McHenry, who describes himself as a "tough guy," was a Durham police officer for 31 years before a dangerous brush with COVID-19.

  February 19, 2021 9:32 a.m. EST
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  Tight fit more important than a second mask to prevent COVID-19 spread
  Should you be 'double-masking?' Research from UNC and the CDC say it could provide extra protection -- provided you do it correctly.

  February 19, 2021 1:22 p.m. EST
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  North Carolina in top five for new COVID cases reported daily
  North Carolina's daily COVID-19 cases have been trending downward over the last seven weeks, but the state is still one of the worst in the United States for new cases per capita.

  February 22, 2021 7:05 a.m. EST
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  Cape Fear Valley Health allowing limited visitors
  Most inpatients will be able to have one visitor per day. Visitors are required to wear a mask at all times and will be screened with a verbal questionnaire and a temperature scan before being allowed inside.

  February 19, 2021 5:39 p.m. EST
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  Coronavirus vaccine could lead to false positive on mammogram
  Research shows the coronavirus vaccine is raising red flags on mammograms.

  February 19, 2021 7:46 p.m. EST
• Winter weather scrambles vaccine distribution, so NC counties must play catch-up
  Some 6 million doses of coronavirus vaccine didn't get shipped to states on time this week because of winter storms across much of the nation, federal officials said Friday.

  February 19, 2021 7:41 p.m. EST
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  Durham weighs boosting county's rental assistance effort
  The Durham City Council is considering whether to give $9.8 million in federal housing funds to the county to assist with programs to pay rent and utility bills for people struggling financially during the coronavirus pandemic.

  February 19, 2021 7:57 p.m. EST
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  Johnston County Public Schools plans for graduation, prom during pandemic
  Johnston County Public Schools is laying the groundwork for what high school graduation and senior prom will look like if Gov. Roy Cooper's executive order for mass gatherings stays in place.

  February 19, 2021 10:59 p.m. EST
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  North Carolina Coronavirus dashboard - Maps, charts and data
  The North Carolina COVID-19 Dashboard. The latest Coronavirus case numbers, deaths, hospitalizations, and other key coronavirus stats for North Carolina and the US.

  April 5, 2022 2:00 p.m. EDT
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  Coronavirus cases: U.S. and world - curves, maps and data
  The Associated Press is tracking new reported coronavirus cases across the United States and globally, including showing curves by country. Click or hover on any state on the U.S. map to see the total number of reported cases and deaths. On the chart under the map, you can click to rank states based on the number of cases or deaths. Update times for the data are shown under the map and chart.

  April 20, 2020 1:51 p.m. EDT
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  List of resources to help seniors get groceries and prescriptions
  Many businesses and organizations are offering delivery and drive-through services to help seniors and those who are at-risk reduce contact and still find the essentials they need. Read on for a growing list of resources including free prescription delivery, free curbside grocery pick-up, grocery delivery options and food pantry assistance.

  March 26, 2020 7:05 p.m. EDT
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  Triangle restaurants offering catering, delivery and take-out
  A list of catering companies offering family meals, plus a list of local places offering take out or delivery.

  March 24, 2020 12:01 p.m. EDT

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