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As the coronavirus pandemic drags on into the fall, we remember the hundreds of thousands of Americans who have passed away from the virus. Here are a few of their stories.

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What happens when U.S. presidents get sick? History offers clues

By Laura Santhanam

After Trump's COVID-19 diagnosis, presidential historians look back at times when the health of the commander-in-chief and the nation's well-being were intertwined.

WATCH: President Trump to go to Walter Reed hospital on advice of doctors

By Associated Press

The White House says that the visit is precautionary and that Trump will work from the hospital’s presidential suite.

Study finds LGBTQ people much likelier to be crime victims

By Astrid Galvan, Associated Press

The study also found that sexual and gender minorities are burglarized at twice the rate of other households, and that they're more likely to be victims of other types of property theft.

WATCH: White House official says Trump and first lady showing 'mild symptoms' of COVID-19

By Associated Press

President Donald Trump says he and first lady Melania Trump have tested positive for the coronavirus, and a White House official says the president is experiencing "mild symptoms" of COVID-19.

How long could I be contagious before a positive virus test?

By Associated Press

Studies have shown that people may be contagious for about two days before developing COVID-19 symptoms. Experts say right before developing symptoms is when people are likely the most contagious.

U.S. panel tackles race, poverty in virus vaccine priorities

By Carla K. Johnson, Associated Press

A U.S. advisory panel is making recommendations for who should be first in line to get COVID-19 vaccine.

Joe Biden tests negative for coronavirus

By Associated Press

The Democratic presidential nominee and his wife were tested earlier in the day after news of President Donald Trump’s infection was announced.

Older people like President Trump are at more risk for severe COVID-19. Here's why

By Brian Geiss, The Conversation

Older coronavirus patients face grimmer outlooks. A virologist explains the aging-related changes in how immune systems work that are to blame.

WATCH: What Trump's COVID-19 diagnosis means for the campaign and upcoming election

By Candice Norwood

The White House released a statement on Friday -- less than 24 hours after his positive test was announced -- that the president will be moved to Walter Reed hospital.