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COVID hospitalizations jump by 22% in one week, with new cases rising by 32% in NC. — According to data from May 8-14, new COVID cases increased by 32% week-over-week in NC, with hospitalizations up by 22%. COVID cases in Wake County increased by 42% overall week-over-week, with Durham County's numbers going up by 20% and Cumberland County jumping by 40%.

Coronavirus coverage in North Carolina, Feb. 20-21, 2021

This is WRAL's coverage of the coronavirus outbreak for Feb. 20-21, 2021.

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Lines form at PNC Arena, where nearly 1,500 COVID vaccines will be given out
Here's a look at the weekend's COVID-19 vaccination clinics, where long lines are forming and thousands of vaccines will be given out.

February 20, 2021 2:16 p.m. EST
Some counties tell eligible educators: It will be a while before you can get COVID-19 vaccine
Educators and childcare workers will be eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine on Wednesday, Feb. 24, but some county health leaders say they won't be ready to give it to them.

February 21, 2021 6:39 a.m. EST
This device is crucial in the fight against Covid. It may not work on dark skin
In the fight against Covid-19, the pulse oximeter has been an essential tool for doctors and other medical professionals. But the small device that monitors oxygen levels may not work well for people with dark skin, according to multiple studies and government health agencies.

February 21, 2021 11:10 a.m. EST
Fauci: 'Possible' Americans will be wearing masks in 2022 to protect against Covid-19
Dr. Anthony Fauci said Sunday that it's "possible" Americans will still need to wear masks in 2022 to protect against the coronavirus, even as the US may reach "a significant degree of normality" by the end of this year.

February 21, 2021 11:07 a.m. EST
NC teen sisters honored to help out in Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine trial
Two North Carolina teens are now a part of history after taking part in a COVID-19 vaccine trial.

February 22, 2021 12:10 p.m. EST
Duke students speak out after a large, maskless party took place off campus on Friday
University officials call it a 'flagrant violation of university COVID-19 expectations.'

February 22, 2021 12:10 p.m. EST
Prayer vigil held in Henderson for North Carolina trooper on life support with COVID
The doctor can't give him the vaccine during his intensive care because of possible rejection with different medicine and treatments.

February 27, 2021 11:29 p.m. EST
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
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
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
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
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
Resources to get through the coronavirus economic slowdown
This list of resources for giving and getting help will continue to grow until the coronavirus crisis has passed.

May 22, 2020 6:21 p.m. EDT
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March 18, 2022 2:24 p.m. EDT