HEALTH
Global Coronavirus Cases Pass 780,000, Over 165,000 Have Recovered
The global pandemic continues, as Spain becomes the third country with more confirmed cases than China, while Moscow and Lagos impose lockdown measures.
With Coronavirus On 97 Bases, the Military Struggles With Its Many Missions
"All necessary measures"?While every military base is alert to the threat of COVID-19, only a tiny portion of the force is actually being utilized.
Should We Wear Masks in Public to Protect Against Coronavirus?
The World Health Organization advises against the general public wearing masks unless they are sick or caring for those infected.
Virginia Governor Orders State Residents to Stay at Home Until June 10
"I want to be clear: Do not go out unless you need to go out," Governor Ralph Northam said.
Over 5,000 People in the U.S. Have Now Recovered From Coronavirus
While there have reportedly been almost twice as many recoveries as deaths so far in the country, the official number of recovered patients has yet to be released by the CDC.
These are the Companies Working on a U.S. Coronavirus Cure
From giants such Johnson & Johnson to smaller biotechs such as Inovio, more than a dozen companies are working to find a vaccine or treatment for the coronavirus pandemic.
Coronavirus U.S. Map, Update As Death Toll Nearly Doubles
As cases continue to soar in the country, a U.S. health expert on the COVID-19 task force, Dr. Anthony Fauci, warns up to 200,000 Americans could die from the virus.
Brazil President Bolsonaro Rejects Virus Lockdown: 'We'll All Die One Day'
Bolsonaro has repeatedly dismissed the coronavirus as a "little cold" and urged residents to keep the country's economy going.
Hospital in Brooklyn Looks Like A 'War Zone,' Emergency Room Doctor Says
"What I see on a daily basis is pain, despair, suffering and health care disparities," Brooklyn doctor Arabia Mollette said.
COVID-19 Patients Can Carry Coronavirus after Symptoms Have Resolved: Study
The research involved 16 COVID-19 patients in China.
World's Largest Recorded Spleen Removed From Man in Florida
The 44-year-old's spleen was found to weigh almost 27 pounds.
Germany To Introduce Covid-19 'Immunity Certificates' For Recovered Public
The documents are part of a research project being conducted at the Helmholtz Centre for Infection Research in Braunschweig, which will conduct blood tests in the general public for antibodies produced against the virus.
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More Than 150,000 People Have Recovered From Coronavirus Around the World
Nearly 90 percent of China's confirmed cases have seen recoveries, while more than half of South Korea's confirmed infected population has recovered.
FDA Says Hydroxychloroquine, Chloroquine Can Be Used to Treat Coronavirus
Announcement comes after FDA commissioner cautioned chloroquine needs to be studied in a clinical trial when President Donald Trump touted it as a potential COVID-19 treatment.
How to Watch 'iHeart Living Room Concert For America Benefit'
The one-hour, commercial-free show designed to raise money during the COVID-19 pandemic will also include Billie Eilish, Billie Joe Armstrong of Green Day, Mariah Carey and Tim McGraw.
Trump Extends Social Distancing Guidelines Until April 30
"The peak for death rates is likely to hit in two weeks," the president said. "Nothing would be worse than declaring victory before victory is won."
Musicians Remember Country Singer Joe Diffie, Who Died From COVID-19
Diffie was a Grammy award-winning artist and 25-year member of the Grand Ole Opry who was known for his hits in the 1990s like "Pickup Man," "John Deere Green" and "Prop Me Up Beside the Jukebox."
Louisiana Gov on Not Canceling Mardi Gras: No One in Fed Gov't Told Us To
Governor John Bel Edwards reiterated Sunday that last month's Mardi Gras celebrations weren't cancelled or downsized because "not one person" at the federal level directed the state to take such action - but he said it's now time to move forward.
Millions of Americans Could Have Coronavirus, Survey Reveals
The study shows younger people are more likely than older Americans to come into contact with infected individuals.
COVID-19 May Cause Heart Problems in Those Who Had None Before
Dr. Mohammad Madjid of UTHealth told Newsweek, "We know very well that COVID-19 affects the lung and can cause complications, but this study shows that the cardiovascular system is also affected."
Two-Day Workweek During Coronavirus Lockdown Proposed—How Realistic Is It?
Academics in Israel suggested balancing public health and economic concerns with a mixed week of work and lockdown days, but other experts have serious doubts.
Pregnant Women Passing Coronavirus on to Babies 'Cannot Be Ruled Out'
But the study should be "very reassuring for mothers" as none of the babies were severely ill, one professor told Newsweek.