Coronavirus coverage in North Carolina, April 22, 2021

This is WRAL's coverage of the coronavirus outbreak for April 22, 2021.

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  NC lawmakers look to fine hospitals, nursing homes that block visitors
  After months of lockdown to limit the spread of coronavirus, hospitals and nursing homes across North Carolina are once again allowing people to visit patients and residents. State lawmakers want to make sure visits will continue in the next public health emergency.

  April 23, 2021 6:04 p.m. EDT
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  Blue Cross' early expansion of telehealth services helps meet 7,500% surge in demand
  The pandemic dramatically increased the need for telehealth services across the state. From 2019 through 2020, Blue Cross NC saw the demand surge by 7,500%

  April 23, 2021 3:13 p.m. EDT
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  Received your COVID-19 vaccine? These businesses are offering freebies
  Here are seven brands that are offering freebies to anyone who can prove they've been vaccinated.

  April 22, 2021 4:19 p.m. EDT
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  $850 million tax break passes NC House, but Senate expected to sit on it
  Senate leader says not to expect tax legislation to move for a couple of weeks, despite the looming income tax deadline.

  April 22, 2021 6:38 p.m. EDT
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  New concepts, collaborations keep local restaurant outlook bright as COVID cloud recedes
  Spring has brought warmer temperatures and more patrons seeking outdoor dining options.

  April 22, 2021 5:15 p.m. EDT
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  Staring, yawning, falling off bikes: Weird vaccine side-effects worth reporting, officials say
  More than 216 million doses of coronavirus vaccines have been administered nationwide since December, and some 68,000 adverse reactions have been reported to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

  April 23, 2021 11:35 a.m. EDT
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  Popular Durham bar sent warning for violation of executive order
  Shooters, a popular bar for Duke students, has been sent a warning letter from NCDHSS for violating Gov. Cooper's executive order. Students reported the bar did not enforce social distancing, masks or capacity limits.

  April 22, 2021 6:14 p.m. EDT
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  Durham bar issued warning over violation of Gov. Roy Cooper's executive order​
  The NCDHHS has gotten involved with a local Durham bar reportedly not following pandemic restrictions.

  April 22, 2021 6:54 p.m. EDT
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  Health care worker burnout skyrockets during the pandemic
  Millions of health care workers across the country have been on the front lines fighting covid for over a year now.

  April 22, 2021 8:17 p.m. EDT
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  Will summer festivals, events return full force this June?
  Summer festivals canceled last year could be welcomed back after a long year -- but will they come back full force, attracting tens of thousands of people to crowded venues?

  April 22, 2021 8:28 p.m. EDT
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  Loosening coronavirus-related restrictions causes hiring boom in the Triangle
  The push to make hires quick could be great news for those looking for work. In some cases, employers are even offering signing bonuses.

  April 23, 2021 3:13 p.m. EDT
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  Can you switch COVID-19 vaccine brands for booster shots?
  The Centers for Disease Control and U.S. Food and Drug Administration's guidelines currently recommend staying consistent with the type of vaccine a patient receives, especially with the two-dose vaccines, Pfizer or Moderna.

  April 22, 2021 10:27 p.m. EDT
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  Switching shots: Health experts discuss if people can receive different brand for booster COVID-19 vaccine
  With supply and demand a concern for COVID-19 vaccines in some communities, one question being asked is: Is it safe to mix different brands of vaccines?

  April 22, 2021 11:35 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