Gov. Andrew Cuomo is taking what he calls “the ultimate step” in his state’s effort to stop the spread of a deadly coronavirus.
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Mask Shortage Straps Pharmacists Who Need Them To Keep Medicines Pure
Fifteen percent of hospital pharmacists who prepare injectable drugs are going without the the protective masks they typically rely on, or are using substitutes for the masks.
Veterans Affairs Secretary On His Agency’s Readiness For The Coronavirus
The Department of Veterans Affairs is the nation’s largest health care system. Critics say the coronavirus will overwhelm it, but VA secretary Robert Wilkie says his department is ready.
Interpreting The Comments From VA Secretary Wilkie
The Secretary for Veterans Affairs just spoke with NPR. Here’s how to interpret his comments around coronavirus readiness.
Coronavirus Hits Older People Hardest. But Millennials, Gen-Xers Can Be Vulnerable
An analysis of preliminary data from the CDC shows that the risk of serious disease and death from COVID-19 is higher in older age groups in the U.S. But they aren’t the only groups at risk.
Coronavirus Hits Older People Hardest. But Millennials, Gen Xers Can Be Vulnerable
An analysis of preliminary data from the CDC shows that the risk of serious disease and death from COVID-19 is higher in older age groups in the U.S. But they aren’t the only groups at risk.
CEO Of Ventilator-Making Company Says He Can Ramp Production Fivefold
Ventec Life Systems CEO Chris Kiple claims his company could ramp up ventilator production fivefold if needed for coronavirus. NPR’s Mary Louise Kelly asks him how — and if hospital staff are ready.
Coronavirus May Call On Retired Medical Workers To Come Back To Work
As COVID-19 patients threaten to overwhelm U.S. health care, some states are calling on retired workers to return. NPR’s Mary Louise Kelly talks with retired pulmonologist Dr. Clifford Zwillich.
New Analysis Suggests Months of Social Distancing May Be Needed To Stop Virus
Modelers of epidemics at Imperial College of London now say months of strict social distancing may be needed to prevent overwhelming the U.S. health care system with COVID-19 cases.
Social Distancing Leads To Blood Shortage
Coronavirus concerns and social distancing guidelines have prompted organizers to cancel thousands of blood drives around the country. Now officials warn there’s a shortage for hospitals.
