Health

Families volunteer to perform at-home tests for coronavirus research

By Lindsey Tanner, Associated Press

They're enrolled in an experiment investigating how many children are infected, how many have symptoms and how likely they are to spread it. The answers could help determine the safety of in-class education during the pandemic.

How the loneliness of social isolation can affect older adults’ brains

By Karra Harrington, Martin J. Sliwinski, The Conversation

The social isolation older adults are experiencing as they try to stay safe from the coronavirus pandemic is raising new mental health risks, but people can take steps to protect themselves.

CDC reports show racial disparities in kids with COVID-19

By Mike Stobbe, Associated Press

Hispanic children were hospitalized at a rate eight times higher than white kids. Black children were hospitalized at a rate five times higher. The second report examined cases of a rare virus-associated syndrome in kids. Nearly three-quarters of the children…

WATCH: Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker issues new face mask guidelines

By Associated Press

The governor of Illinois is issuing new guidelines which include fines for businesses that don't follow rules about face masks and social distancing to slow the spread of coronavirus.

How far apart are Democrats and Republicans on new coronavirus relief bill?

A deal on a new coronavirus relief package seems distant and elusive, as congressional Democrats and Republicans remain at an impasse on key issues. Lisa Desjardins joins Judy Woodruff to discuss where negotiations stand and how far apart the two…

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Why Mississippi’s top health official is warning against in-person school

Mississippi is a coronavirus hot spot, with confirmed cases per 100,000 residents and positive test rates among the highest in the U.S. The state is seeing increased hospitalizations and deaths, too, at a time when schools are beginning the academic…

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Workers want mandated temp checks for casino patrons

By Wayne Parry, Associated Press

Five Atlantic City casinos are not physically checking the temperatures of guests entering the property, workers say.

Laid-off workers endure loss of $600 aid calling it a ‘nightmare’

By Sarah Skidmore Sell, Paul Wiseman, Associated Press

Even if Congress does reach a deal, the extra unemployment amount is likely to be less than $600. By the time the money starts flowing, it could be too late for many Americans who are already in dire straits.

U.K. says 50 million face masks it bought might not be safe

By Jill Lawless, Associated Press

The masks were part of a 252 million pound ($332 million) contract the government signed with investment firm Ayanda Capital in April. Papers filed in a court case reveal that the masks won't be distributed because they have ear loops…