Coronavirus update for April 7, 2021

 

Headlines pulled from the news

 

The coronavirus variant first identified in the United Kingdom is now the most common strain of Covid-19 in the US, CDC director says

 

Both the UK and EU regulators found a “possible link” between AstraZeneca’s Covid-19 vaccine and “very rare” blood clot cases, but said the vaccine’s benefits continue to outweigh the risks

 

Brazil’s president shrugged off criticism he is “genocidal” as the nation reports a record 4,000 daily deaths — its deadliest 24 hours of the pandemic so far

 

UK regulator says under-30s should be offered alternative to AstraZeneca vaccine where available

 

Experts warn the pandemic is not over despite ramp up of vaccinations.

 

Fauci expects some local businesses and institutions will implement vaccine requirements

 

US doesn’t need AstraZeneca’s vaccine doses, Fauci tells CNN

 

US on track to vaccinate 50% of all adults by this weekend with at least 1 shot, White House adviser says 

 

Hungary to ease restrictions after recording deadliest day of pandemic last week

 

German government calls for a short country-wide lockdown

 

Osaka Olympic torch relay to take place in park without spectators after surge of cases in prefecture

 

Russia to supply 150,000 doses of Sputnik V vaccine to Pakistan

 

It’s official! NYC beaches and pools expect to open on schedule: Mayor de Blasio

 

Ontario declares third state of emergency, issues province-wide stay-at-home orders

 

List of colleges and universities nationwide requiring COVID vaccine continues to grow in the US

 

As people return to the office, dogs with post-pandemic separation anxiety get pricey therapy to cope