By Benedict Carey
Research using cellphone data in 10 U.S. cities last spring could help influence officials’ decisions on new restrictions as cases resurge around the country.
Published: November 9, 2020 at 07:00PM
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By Gina Kolata
A provocative study suggests that certain colds may leave antibodies against the new coronavirus, perhaps explaining why children are more protected than adults.
Published: November 9, 2020 at 07:00PM
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Published: November 9, 2020 at 07:00PM
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By Carl Zimmer and Katie Thomas
What’s the big deal? Was it part of Operation Warp Speed? When can you get one?
Published: November 8, 2020 at 07:00PM
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By Katie Thomas, David Gelles and Carl Zimmer
Pfizer announced positive early results from its coronavirus vaccine trial, cementing the lead in a frenzied global race that has unfolded at record-breaking speed.
Published: November 8, 2020 at 07:00PM
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By Gina Kolata
Recent studies have created doubts about an agent in cytokine storms, and suggest that treatments for it may not help.
Published: November 7, 2020 at 07:00PM
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By Donald G. McNeil Jr.
Scientists at Columbia University have developed a treatment that blocks the virus in the nose and lungs, is inexpensive and needs no refrigeration.
Published: November 4, 2020 at 07:00PM
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By Katherine J. Wu
A head-to-head comparison of lab and rapid coronavirus tests drew mixed reactions from experts, who raised concerns about accuracy.
Published: November 1, 2020 at 07:00PM
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By Roni Caryn Rabin
Survival rates have improved with medical advances and less crowded hospitals, studies say. But the latest record-breaking surge in infections could reverse the gains.
Published: October 28, 2020 at 08:00PM
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By Apoorva Mandavilli
New research found ‘autoantibodies’ similar to those in lupus and rheumatoid arthritis patients. But patients may also benefit from treatments for those autoimmune diseases.
Published: October 26, 2020 at 08:00PM
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By Katherine J. Wu
False negatives are not the only troublesome outcome of a faulty coronavirus test.
Published: October 24, 2020 at 08:00PM
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By Apoorva Mandavilli
Researchers once feared that school reopenings might spread the virus through communities. But so far there is little evidence that it’s happening.
Published: October 21, 2020 at 08:00PM
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By Carl Zimmer
The office was dedicated to the long-term safety of vaccines. Experts say plans to track coronavirus vaccines are fragmented and “behind the eight ball.”
Published: October 22, 2020 at 08:00PM
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By Jan Hoffman and Katie Benner
The Justice Department announced an $8 billion settlement with the company. Members of the Sackler family will pay $225 million in civil penalties but criminal investigations continue.
Published: October 20, 2020 at 08:00PM
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By Katherine J. Wu
They appear to be a fourth pair of large salivary glands, tucked into the space where the nasal cavity meets the throat.
Published: October 18, 2020 at 08:00PM
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By Katherine J. Wu and Gina Kolata
Critics said the study, sponsored by the W.H.O., was too poorly conducted to be definitive.
Published: October 14, 2020 at 08:00PM
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By Donald G. McNeil Jr.
The months ahead will be difficult. But the medical cavalry is coming, and the rest of us know what we need to do.
Published: October 11, 2020 at 08:00PM
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By Carl Zimmer
Come spring, Americans may have their choice of several so-so coronavirus vaccines — with no way of knowing which one is best.
Published: October 11, 2020 at 08:00PM
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By Pam Belluck
The condition is affecting thousands of patients, impeding their ability to work and function in daily life.
Published: October 10, 2020 at 08:00PM
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By Sheila Kaplan
The order would have mandated that both passengers and employees wear face coverings on planes, trains, buses and subways and in airports, stations and depots.
Published: October 8, 2020 at 08:00PM
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