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Maryland calls National Guard to help with coronavirus pandemic

Maryland’s National Guard has stepped up to help the state prepare for its own coronavirus wave, which Governor Larry Hogan told CBS News’ Catherine Herridge was “about two weeks behind New York.” While working closely with Maryland’s government, the National Guard has set up cots for a field hospital at a Baltimore convention center and a COVID-19 testing site at the Washington Redskins’ FedEx Field. It’s also moving pallets of face shields and surgical gloves to areas where medical staff need them most. Source

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U.S. farmers struggle with coronavirus’ effect on labor

Farmers across the country are struggling with the impact of the coronavirus pandemic. Some dairy farmers are being forced to dump their milk due to school and restaurant closures slashing demand, while others are struggling to harvest crops with a lack of workers. Seasonal workers are facing challenges coming to the U.S. as the virus has forced some countries to shut their borders. Mark Strassmann speaks to some American farmers who tell him they are facing massive labor shortages. Source

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A new way to preserve Holocaust stories

Aging Holocaust survivors now have the chance to record their memories in a way that will allow future generations to literally ask them about their experiences, and see and hear their answers. 60 Minutes reports, Sunday. Source

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FDA authorizes first coronavirus blood test

The FDA has authorized the first blood test for the coronavirus, which could identify people who have been exposed to the virus but do not show any symptoms. Dr. David Agus joins “CBS This Morning” to talk about the benefits of the new test and how it would help slow the coronavirus’ spread. Source

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Cruise passengers to be flown home without quarantine, despite concerns

After two cruise ships with confirmed coronavirus cases docked in Florida on Thursday, hundreds of passengers who have not been showing symptoms are being flown home without being quarantined first. The Zaandam, one of the ships, had been denied entry to several countries. Nine people aboard the ship tested positive, and four have died from the disease. Florida locals say this was the best possible outcome, while Manuel Bojorquez reports that others are worried that this could lead to asymptomatic carriers further spreading the virus. Source

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Trump denies a major recession is on the horizon as coronavirus hits economy

The latest unemployment numbers show just how hard the coronavirus is hitting the economy. Over 6 million Americans filed for jobless benefits last week, at least 20 times what is normally seen. Food banks and other resources are being pushed to their limits by people in need, while President Trump maintains that the country is not slipping into a significant recession. Weijia Jiang reports from the White House, where messages on small business loans seem to conflict with some major banks. Source

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