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CHARLESTON, WV - A widely-cited model of coronavirus spread now suggests West Virginia could be among states easing social distancing requirements by May 4.

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CHARLESTON, WV - The state Department of Health and Human Resources reports two West Virginia counties are now have more than 100 confirmed coronavirus cases.

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CHARLESTON, WV - Every resident and all staff at every nursing home in the state will be tested for COVID-19, Gov. Jim Justice said Friday.

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CLARKSBURG, WV - As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, the economic and operational strain on hospitals in West Virginia is becoming more apparent.

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WASHINGTON, DC - The CMS Thursday proposed to increase Medicare payments to inpatient rehabilitation facilities by 2.9%, or $270 million, in 2021.

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WASHINGTON, DC - An experimental antiviral drug being used as part of a study to treat coronavirus patients in Chicago has been shown to rapidly dissipate patients' fevers and respiratory symptoms, allowing most to be discharged in under a week, according to a doctor overseeing the study.

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WASHINGTON, DC - Skilled-nursing facilities and other long-term care providers will likely face greater scrutiny from state and federal investigators as they struggle to manage COVID-19 cases, legal experts said.

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