Forbes - The Hidden Costs Of Hospitalization

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All eyes are on President Trump as he continues to tout his handling of the Covid-19 pandemic as a success just four days before the presidential election. While the U.S. just set a new record for Covid-19 cases (88,452 were counted yesterday), the President and his family members insist that all is fine. Donald Trump Jr. claimed last night that Covid-19 deaths were down to “almost nothing,” even though more than 1,000 people in the U.S. died from the disease yesterday. And in an early morning tweet this morning, President Trump claimed that the high number of cases was just a result of more testing, even though hospitalizations are also up. Read more below about why hospitalization numbers directly relate to the U.S. economy.

Business

In the worst week for stocks since March, the Dow fell 1,800 points in the past few days. 

Shares of cruise ship companies are up after the CDC says that they can sail again after seven months.

Science & Health

People in certain at-risk groups have an even higher risk of depression during the Covid-19 pandemic. 

From short-term to long-term risks, here’s what you need to know if you or a loved one is pregnant during the pandemic. 

The University of Miami is testing a new Covid-19 breathalyzer as an alternative to uncomfortable nasal swabs. 

Here’s what new research on flu vaccines can tell us about the possibility of immunity from a Covid-19 vaccine.

On The Upside

Happy Halloween!: This year has certainly been unconventional, but it’s still possible to celebrate Halloween with your family. Here are tips to help kids make the most of this spooky and fun holiday while staying safe.