Thursday, July 30, 2020

Aboard the Diamond Princess, a Case Study in Aerosol Transmission by Benedict Carey and James Glanz


By Benedict Carey and James Glanz

A computer model of the cruise-ship outbreak found that the virus spread most readily in microscopic droplets light enough to linger in the air.

Published: July 29, 2020 at 08:00PM

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Children May Carry Coronavirus at High Levels, Study Finds by Apoorva Mandavilli


By Apoorva Mandavilli

The research does not prove that infected children are contagious, but it should influence the debate about reopening schools, some experts said.

Published: July 29, 2020 at 08:00PM

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Wednesday, July 29, 2020

A Viral Epidemic Splintering Into Deadly Pieces by Donald G. McNeil Jr.


By Donald G. McNeil Jr.

There’s not just one coronavirus outbreak in the United States. Now there are many, each requiring its own mix of solutions.

Published: July 28, 2020 at 08:00PM

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Tuesday, July 28, 2020

‘Amazing, Isn’t It?’ Long Sought Blood Test for Alzheimer’s in Reach by Pam Belluck


By Pam Belluck

Scientists say such tests could be available in a few years, speeding research for treatments and providing a diagnosis for dementia patients who want to know if they have Alzheimer’s disease.

Published: July 27, 2020 at 08:00PM

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Wednesday, July 22, 2020

Can You Get Covid Again? It’s Very Unlikely, Experts Say by Apoorva Mandavilli


By Apoorva Mandavilli

Reports of reinfection instead may be cases of drawn-out illness. A decline in antibodies is normal after a few weeks, and people are protected from the coronavirus in other ways.

Published: July 21, 2020 at 08:00PM

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Sunday, July 19, 2020

During Coronavirus Lockdowns, Some Doctors Wondered: Where Are the Preemies? by Elizabeth Preston


By Elizabeth Preston

Hospitals in several countries saw dips in premature births, which could be a starting point for future research.

Published: July 18, 2020 at 08:00PM

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Saturday, July 18, 2020

Older Children Spread the Coronavirus Just as Much as Adults, Large Study Finds by Apoorva Mandavilli


By Apoorva Mandavilli

The study of nearly 65,000 people in South Korea suggests that school reopenings will trigger more outbreaks.

Published: July 17, 2020 at 08:00PM

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