After the state’s testing sites close Thursday evening, they won’t reopen until at least Tuesday morning — part of the safety precautions for a likely tropical storm.
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Diversity In Coronavirus Vaccine Trials Demanded From Drug Companies
There are growing demands that drugmakers and investigators ensure diversity in coronavirus vaccine trials by including racial minorities, older people and those with underlying medical conditions.
Florida Health Workers Say They’re Feeling The Strain Due To Coronavirus Outbreak
The surge in Florida’s coronavirus cases is straining the health care system that’s trying to save as many people as possible and protect doctors and nurses from getting sick.
In Texas, 2 Big Problems Collide: Uninsured People And An Uncontrolled Pandemic
Nearly 700,000 Texans have lost health insurance during the pandemic, and the state already had more uninsured people than any other. Many Texans with COVID-19 symptoms hesitate to seek treatment.
Demand Surges For See-through Face Masks As Pandemic Swells
Face coverings are key to stopping spread of the coronavirus, but also slow communication, especially for people who don’t hear well. Volunteers and companies suggest some transparent alternatives.
Coronavirus Vaccine Developed In The U.S. Moves To Final Testing Phase
A potential coronavirus vaccine developed by U.S. biotech company Moderna and the National Institutes of Health started its final phase of testing Monday. The trial includes up to 30,000 volunteers.
City in Washington State Drives Hospitalizations Down In Coronavirus Battle
The only hospital in Yakima, Wash., nearly reached its capacity in June due to the coronavirus. But the community took action and now offers lessons on how to bring hospitalizations down.
Trump’s Favorite Coronavirus Metric, The Case Fatality, Is Unreliable
President Trump often cites the coronavirus case fatality rate, saying it is more important than the number of cases or deaths. But medical experts say it’s not a good way to measure the pandemic.
Studies Suggest Immunity To The Coronavirus Is Likely To Be Short Term
Some studies suggest immunity to the coronavirus doesn’t last long. That might have implications for the development of vaccines.
Knee Repair’s Use Of Surgical Assistant Leads To A Costly Surprise Bill
A college student’s bill for outpatient knee surgery is a whopper — $96K — but the most mysterious part is a $1,167 charge from a health care provider she didn’t even know was in the operating room.
