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For only the second time in history, a human has tested positive for bird flu. This case was reported in Texas, where they issued a warning that their poultry farms and cattle farms were being affected. This particular strain of avian influenza virus is highly deadly to livestock, poultry, and wild birds.

Veterinarians say affected dogs exhibit symptoms such as coughing, sneezing, nasal and eye discharge, and overall lack of energy.

Louisiana now has five confirmed cases of the UK COVID-19 variant. Scary stuff, for sure, but we should take this news and understand that it's vital we remain diligent during this pandemic. As many of you know, Louisiana was the first state in the US to confirm a case of this new strain of COVID-19, first seen in the UK. Now...

Back in 2019, the same region of China had an outbreak of the Pneumonic Plague, which is actually a deadlier version of the Bubonic Plauge.

Covid-19 "has an envelope around it that allows it to merge with other cells to infect them. If you disrupt that coating, the virus can't do its job."

Unsettling as it is, the evidence shows Covid-19 can remain on surfaces for hours--sometimes days. So, guess what that means? *Looks at phone*

Florida's Governor has painted a picture of "fear mongering" in the pandemic. He was pointed to the data in his state as proof, while others have called it luck.

This video is an excellent resource in learning how to make sure, if you going to the trouble to wear a mask and/or gloves, that you're doings so properly.

It's called cross-contamination.

If you wear contacts, you're doing a lot more face touching than most people - so what's the fix?

The global coroanavirus outbreak has reinforced the importance of hand washing with soap when it comes to fighting germs and viruses.

We don't fully know how many have it now, because testing is not widely available. Some people may not even manifest the symptoms of COVID-19.