Coronavirus coverage in North Carolina, May 21, 2021

This is WRAL's coverage of the coronavirus outbreak for May 21, 2021

• US Covid-19 vaccination pace is down by nearly half in the last month. These states slow to vaccinate may struggle this summer, expert warns
  For many, a nationwide return to normalcy from the Covid-19 pandemic is expected to accelerate into the summer as more businesses and state governments prepare for a large-scale reopening. Sports stadiums are filling up, mask mandates are being shed, and travel and tourism industries anticipate a rebound with cruise lines planning for passengers once again.

  May 21, 2021 11:19 a.m. EDT
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  6 dogs debut as Thailand's COVID-sniffing canines
  Thailand's coronavirus sniffing dogs go through hundreds of sweat samples per day.

  May 21, 2021 8:43 a.m. EDT
• Moms are burned-out: What can we do to ease the burden?
  More than 20 years ago, it was no surprise that women did the vast majority of child-rearing, as well as all other work around the house. I found that to be true in my dissertation research back in 1999 on gender roles of parents in households, regardless of whether mothers worked outside the home.

  May 21, 2021 11:19 a.m. EDT
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  Hopscotch dates set for 2021 festival
  Fall is shaping up to be a busy time for music festivals in the Raleigh area.

  May 21, 2021 11:16 a.m. EDT
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  Most stores have lifted mask mandate for fully vaccinated
  WRAL has compiled a list of grocery stores, pharmacies, retail and restaurants that still require masks.

  May 24, 2021 8:54 a.m. EDT
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  Cooper: Prove you are looking for a job if you want to collect unemployment benefits
  Gov. Roy Cooper issued an executive order Friday, providing new directives for people who are receiving unemployment benefits transition back into employment.

  May 22, 2021 8:08 a.m. EDT
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  Durham council member creates "Cootie Shot" song to help kids overcome vaccine fears
  For several months, health care workers and others have tried to improve Covid-19 vaccine hesitancy among adults. Now that kids between 12 and 15 are eligible for their shots, vaccine distrust is an even bigger concern. A city leader in Durham is using his voice and dance moves to connect with kids.

  May 21, 2021 5:04 p.m. EDT
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  Durham council member creates "Cootie Shot" song to help kids overcome vaccine fears
  For several months, health care workers and others have tried to improve Covid-19 vaccine hesitancy among adults. Now that kids between 12 and 15 are eligible for their shots, vaccine distrust is an even bigger concern. A city leader in Durham is using his voice and dance moves to connect with kids.

  May 24, 2021 6:26 p.m. EDT
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  One big outdoor graduation: Athens Drive High to celebrate Class of 2021 in traditional fashion
  Principal Stephen Mares says he wants families to understand this stadium will be full. And without social distancing and masks, he says, some people may feel uncomfortable.

  May 22, 2021 8:08 a.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