More than 56,000 people have died from the disease in the U.S., where the rate of infections also continues to rise. Source
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Lockdowns could mean millions more domestic violence cases, UN says
“It’s truly disturbing. And if we don’t do anything about it … every three months there will be an additional 15 million cases.” Source
New information about how coronavirus affects patients
There are more than 2.9 million reported cases of COVID-19 worldwide and over 200,000 deaths. As the pandemic continues, doctors are learning new information about how the disease affects patients. Dr. Shoshana Ungerleider joined CBSN with more. Source
Husband and wife of 73 years die within hours of each other in Milwaukee
Wilford Kepler, 94, and Mary Kepler, 92, died six hours apart on April 18. Wilford had suffered a traumatic head injury from a fall and Mary died from the coronavirus. Source
Southern California city offering free COVID-19 testing site
“Whether you’re rich or poor, you can be tested. Whether you’re insured or uninsured, you can be tested. Whether you’re a resident of Carson or a non-resident of Carson, you can be tested,” said Carson Mayor Albert Robles. Source
Los Angeles announces decontamination center for N95 masks
The procedure involves vaporizing highly concentrated hydrogen peroxide to decontaminate those vital masks for reuse up to 20 times, in accordance with federal guidelines. Source
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Many states looking to reopen as U.S. coronavirus cases approach 1 million; Couple marks 50th wedding anniversary with virtual celebration. Source
Pence says “it represents a misunderstanding” that 4 million coronavirus tests could have been distributed in March
Vice President Mike Pence said Monday that “it represents a misunderstanding” that the Trump administration promised there would be 4 million tests completed by mid-March. Pence said he meant there would be 4 million tests available, not 4 million tests completed. Watch his remarks here. Source
New Zealand says it has won “battle” against coronavirus
“There is no widespread, undetected community transmission in New Zealand. We have won that battle,” Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern says. “But we must remain vigilant if we are to keep it that way.” Source
White House announces new national testing guidelines for coronavirus
The White House announced a new national testing strategy Monday, saying it is preparing to send states enough tests to screen 2% of their populations per month. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett, political correspondent Ed O’Keefe and political director Caitlin Conant join CBSN’s Elaine Quijano to discuss the strategy and the rest of the day’s top political headlines. Source