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May 2021: Coronavirus Blog Archive

This is the May 2021 archive of breaking news about the coronavirus pandemic.

James Bond (Daniel Craig) and Dr. Madeleine Swann (Léa Seydoux) drive through Matera, Italy in No Time To Die. A scientific review of Bond's decades of international adventures concludes that the famous secret agent has consistently neglected critical travel health precautions.

James Bond has all those gadgets but no hand sanitizer. Avoid these 007 travel habits

Now that travel is picking up again, research on the fictional spy's travel practice provides helpful reminders to would-be adventurers about what not to do if you're contemplating a trip.

Philip Morris International is buying Vectura, a large asthma inhaler maker, in a move that health groups have urged Vectura shareholders to reject on both ethical and practical grounds.

Philip Morris Is Buying An Asthma Inhaler Company. Health Groups Are Suspicious

The purchase "is the latest reprehensible choice from a company that has profited from addicting users to its deadly products," the American Lung Association said.

A judge has blocked an emergency order issued last week by Democratic Gov. Tony Evers' administration that caps the capacity of bars and other indoor establishments.

Judge Blocks Wisconsin Governor's Indoor Capacity Limits Amid Spike In COVID-19 Cases

The rules issued last week limited indoor public gatherings to no more than 25% of total occupancy limits. The state's Tavern League argued the caps would effectively put its members out of business.

Voters are seen wearing masks in April as they prepared to cast ballots in Mansfield, Texas. The governor has now banned most state facilities from requiring masks.

No Masks Are Required At Most Texas State Facilities Anymore

The governor banned mandates, except in hospitals and long-term carecenters supported by the state, along with many corrections facilities. Mask requirements in public schools expire June 4.

Baby Dorian Bennett arrived two months early and needed neonatal intensive care. Despite having insurance, mom Bisi Bennett and her husband faced a bill of more than $550,000 and were offered an installment payment plan of $45,843 per month for 12 months.

A hospital offered a payment plan for baby's NICU stay — $45,843 a month for a year

After baby Dorian Bennett arrived two months early and spent more than 50 days in the neonatal ICU, his parents received a bill of more than $550,000 — despite having health insurance.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom addresses reporters after beating back the recall that aimed to remove him from office.

Efforts To Recall Governors Are Common, But They Rarely Succeed

Only four governors in U.S. history have faced a recall election — and California's Gov. Gavin Newsom is one of two who managed to survive the vote.

Juan Carlos Padilla gets his COVID-19 vaccination inside the community center of Terry's Mobile Home Park in Chula Vista, Feb. 17, 2021.

San Diego County Reports 1,738 New COVID-19 Infections, No Deaths

San Diego County public health officials reported 1,738 new COVID-19 infections Tuesday — the highest one-day total since late January.

Gas Stations In Britain Are Running Dry Due To The Post-Brexit Truck Driver Shortage

Gas stations across Great Britain are running dry due to a post-Brexit shortage of truck drivers. The government announced a plan to issue 5,000 temporary visas for truckers.

Senate President Pro Tem Atkins Reflects On The Year In Bills

Senate President Pro Tem Toni Atkins discussed this year’s busy legislative session.

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