Jun 30 Watch 3:31 A Brief But Spectacular take on compassionate care during COVID-19 Dr. Diane Meier is the director of the Center to Advance Palliative Care in New York City. As a palliative care specialist, she has an intimate view of how the coronavirus pandemic is affecting patients and their loved ones. Meier… Continue watching
Jun 30 As virus roars back, so do signs of a new round of layoffs By Paul Wiseman, Travis Loller, Kelli Kennedy, Associated Press A resurgence of confirmed COVID cases across the South and West is endangering hopes for an economic rebound in the region and perhaps nationally. Continue reading
Jun 30 FDA head says agency won't cut corners in studying COVID-19 vaccine candidates By Associated Press The head of the Food and Drug Administration says vaccine developers will be expected to study COVID-19 shots in racial minorities, the elderly, pregnant women and those with other health conditions. Continue reading
Jun 30 WATCH: Biden criticizes Trump for handling of COVID-19 pandemic By Bill Barrow, Alexandra Jaffe, Associated Press In a Tuesday afternoon address, Biden laid out how he would handle the public health and economic crisis if he were in the White House. Continue reading
Jun 30 At least 285 U.S. children have had serious coronavirus-linked syndrome By Lindsey Tanner, Associated Press At least 285 U.S. children have developed a serious inflammatory condition linked to the coronavirus, according to two studies published Monday that provide the fullest picture yet of the ailment. Continue reading
Jun 30 What doctors know about lingering symptoms from coronavirus By William Petri, The Conversation Is it possible that people who recover from COVID-19 will be plagued with long term side effects from the infection? An infectious disease physician reviews the evidence so far. Continue reading
Jun 29 Arizona governor orders bars, gyms, clubs, pools to close By Tamara Lush, Emily Schmall, Associated Press In an effort to stop a massive surge in new coronavirus cases, Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey ordered bars, nightclubs, gyms, movie theaters and water parks around the state to be closed for at least 30 days. Continue reading
Jun 29 Watch 7:35 How Frieden says U.S. states can slow alarming spread of coronavirus The United States is struggling to hold back the coronavirus. More than 30 states are reporting a rise in infections, and several are now reconsidering their plans to loosen restrictions and reopen economic activities. William Brangham talks to Dr. Tom… Continue watching
Jun 29 Tracking coronavirus cases proves difficult amid new surge By Tammy Webber, Brady McCombs, John L. Mone, Associated Press Contact tracing tracks people who test positive and anyone they've come in contact with. It was challenging even when stay-at-home orders were in place, but it's exponentially more difficult now. Continue reading
Jun 29 1,200 extra Chicago cops to be deployed over July 4 weekend By Don Babwin, Associated Press Chicago Police Superintendent David Brown says he'll put 1,200 extra cops on the street during the July 4 weekend in the hopes of stemming the surge in violence that typically comes with the holiday weekend. Continue reading