Coronavirus
Lyme disease symptoms could be mistaken for COVID-19, with serious consequences
The global emergence of the novel coronavirus is presenting a whole new set of challenges for diagnosing Lyme disease.
2 days ago
Doctor shares 7 steps to help decide when and where it’s safe to go out
As we return to some degree of normalcy after weeks of social distancing, we all need a plan.
3 days ago
How to stay safe from coronavirus while dining out: Restaurant advice from an infectious disease expert
What should you look out for, and how can you and the restaurant reduce the risk?
May 21, 2020
The long-term health effects of COVID-19 we’re not talking about enough
Looking at past epidemics can give us some idea of what's coming.
May 20, 2020
How to stay safe at a pool, the beach or a park this Memorial Day Weekend
This is not the time to let down your guard.
May 20, 2020
The key COVID-19 symptom you can detect without a test
If we were all to respond to this cue by self-isolating, we could reduce the spread of the virus.
May 19, 2020
These household cleaning products can kill coronavirus — an expert explains which ones to use
How good are the cleaning products already in your cupboards at killing the virus? There's good news.
May 18, 2020
Doctors describe witnessing troubling new symptom in COVID-19 patients
It became clear that COVID-19 is not just a respiratory disease.
May 15, 2020
There are reasons to be optimistic about a coronavirus vaccine
We could all use some encouraging news.
May 13, 2020
Oncologist explains the strange way sugar impacts coronavirus
Scientists are tracking the changes in the virus as it moves from place to place.
May 12, 2020
Fearful of COVID-19, older people are changing their living wills
These discussions are more important than ever ― and perhaps easier than in the past.
May 12, 2020
COVID survivors’ blood plasma is a sought-after new commodity
Companies that typically pay $50 for plasma donations are significantly bumping up their rates for COVID donors.
May 11, 2020
New study shows staggering effect of coronavirus pandemic on America’s mental health
The pandemic and associated economic fallout created a perfect storm for a mental health crisis.
May 8, 2020
A mysterious illness is striking children amid the coronavirus pandemic
Critically ill children have been ending up in intensive care units with shock-like symptoms, adding yet another mysterious layer to the coronavirus pandemic.
May 7, 2020
Why is COVID-19 so severe in some people, while others develop no symptoms?
A look into one of the bigger coronavirus mysteries.
May 5, 2020
Families are currently locked out of nursing homes. Is it safe inside?
What can you do for your loved ones in a pandemic? Experts have several suggestions.
May 4, 2020
Have you been exposed to the coronavirus? Your smartphone could tell you
A closer look at the Apple-Google exposure notification system.
May 4, 2020
Researchers identified 47 old drugs that might treat the coronavirus
These researchers found and tested all 47. The results show promising leads and a whole new way to fight COVID-19.
May 1, 2020