As Operation Warp Speed pushes to develop a COVID-19 vaccine in record time, the number of candidates is being narrowed. The factors guiding the decision about which projects to fund is unclear.
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First Known U.S. Lung Transplant For COVID-19 Patient Performed In Chicago
A young woman in her 20s was healthy before the coronavirus struck her. After two months on a ventilator and ECMO device, her transplanted lungs are now working
Nursing Homes Run Short Of COVID-19 Protective Gear As Federal Response Falters
At least 711 nursing homes reported running out of N95 masks at the end of May, and 1,963 said they had less than a week’s worth. “The federal government has got to step up,” says one advocate.
Public Health Officials Encounter Harassment And Threats For Using Contact Tracing
Public health officials have been harassed and threatened for using contact tracing and other strategies to contain the spread of the coronavirus. They say the threats are based on misinformed fears.
U.S. Hits 2 Million Coronavirus Cases As Many States See A Surge Of Patients
New cases are rising in at least 20 states, even as restrictions on daily life continue to ease. The U.S. total represents more than 25% of the confirmed cases worldwide.
‘Street Medics’ Fight COVID-19 And Tend To Protesters’ Wounds
Off-duty nurses, security guards, ambulance workers and others have joined protests against racism and police brutality to work as medics. “When we see suffering, that’s where we go,” says one.
When You Can’t Quarantine At Home: COVID-19 Contact Tracers Aim To Help
Public health experts say tracing the close contacts of people infected with the coronavirus and getting them all into quarantine is crucial to stopping the pandemic. That’s easier said than done.
From Rent Freezes To Liquor Buybacks: How States Are Helping People Cope
With limited resources themselves, states are having to get creative helping residents deal with the COVID-19 economic slowdown. But how much help you can get depends on where you live.
Governor Promises To Provide Free Health Care For All Black Kentuckians Who Need It
NPR’s Mary Louise Kelly talks with Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear about the pledge he made Monday to provide free health care for all black Kentuckians who need it.
Beyond Protests: 5 More Ways To Channel Anger Into Action To Fight Racism
Social justice advocates and psychologists point to a range of strategies to promote racial justice, including using your creative energy and talents. Political engagement and self-care help, too.
