Coronavirus coverage in North Carolina, April 13, 2021

This is WRAL's coverage of the coronavirus outbreak for April 13, 2021.

• U.S. to call for nationwide pause of J&J COVID-19 vaccine
  The New York Times is reporting the U.S. is calling for pause on the Johnson & Johnson vaccine after six people developed a rare disorder involving blood clots.

  April 13, 2021 7:15 a.m. EDT
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  Local clinics switch to Moderna, Pfizer vaccines as docs caution against overreaction to J&J news
  A clinic at N.C. Central University and dozens of others across the state offering Johnson & Johnson vaccines have switched to Pfizer and Moderna while the U.S. investigates potential health risks.

  April 14, 2021 6:22 a.m. EDT
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  Doctor feels J&J vaccine concerns are valid, reiterates problems are still extremely rare
  Dr. DeLon Canterbury talks about the changes brought on by the pause in administering the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. Canterbury is the President and CEO of GeriatRx, Inc and a member of the African-American COVID Task Force.

  April 13, 2021 9:39 a.m. EDT
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  Double check: Your flight voucher could be expiring soon
  Many are finding the vouchers have restrictions and expiration dates that make them difficult to use.

  April 13, 2021 5:00 p.m. EDT
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  Expert: Risk of blood clots from vaccine much less than from COVID without it
  Data show serious side-effects from the Johnson & Johnson vaccine are extremely rare: 6.7 million doses have been administered, the six women are the only cases reported so far.

  April 13, 2021 7:32 p.m. EDT
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  Older teens can get the COVID vaccine; here's how to find the right one
  Starting April 7, North Carolina opened up vaccine eligibility to all adults, along with a tiny sliver of North Carolina's children -- ages 16 and 17.

  April 14, 2021 9:47 a.m. EDT
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  White House: 25% of US adults are fully vaccinated
  The White House COVID-19 Response Team on April 12, 2021, held an update on case numbers, progress and obstacles as more Americans get vaccinated against coronavirus.

  April 12, 2021 12:01 p.m. EDT
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  Want the J&J vaccine? In Wake County, you'll need to choose the right location
  If you want to be vaccinated against coronavirus with a single shot, you'll need to be very careful in selecting your vaccine destination, as Wake County officials have adjusted their vaccination strategy following a string of adverse reactions to the Johnson & Johnson vaccine last week.

  April 12, 2021 6:24 p.m. EDT
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  Duke on solid legal ground to require students be vaccinated
  Duke University can legally require that students be vaccinated against coronavirus to be on campus, two lawyers said Monday.

  April 12, 2021 7:35 p.m. EDT
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  Oldest unemployment claims mount as state struggles to keep staff who can handle them
  Unemployment appeals have to be heard by an attorney in North Carolina, and there are fewer at the Division of Employment Security now than just a month ago.

  April 12, 2021 7:52 p.m. EDT
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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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  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