6 Trump Staffers Test Positive For COVID-19 Ahead Of Tulsa Rally
The event is moving ahead as scheduled. None of the staffers who tested positive for the virus or anyone who was in immediate contact with them will attend.
Health & Safety
NIH Halts Hydroxychloroquine Study; Says 'Unlikely' To Help COVID-19 Patients
The NIH said that while the anti-malarial drug did not cause harm to patients in the study, testing showed little evidence that it would benefit patients hospitalized with COVID-19.
Coronavirus Mystery: Are Kids Less Likely To Catch It Than Adults Are?
A new study found kids and teens appear far less likely than adults to actually get infected with the virus. But it is still unknown what role children play in transmission.
Officials Prepare For Trump's Rally In Tulsa Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
Tens of thousands of people are expected to be in Tulsa, Okla., for President Trump's first campaign rally in months. Health officials are concerned the gathering will further spread the coronavirus.
Blood Plasma Treatments Could Be Helpful For COVID-19 Patients
The approach of taking blood plasma from people who have recovered and giving it to patients still suffering from a disease has been used for centuries. Now it's being used on COVID-19 patients.
Week In Sports: COVID-19 Hits Locker Rooms As Sports Teams Plan To Return
As pro-sports leagues look to start their seasons during the pandemic, players are testing positive for the coronavirus.
Doctor Warns Of Risks In Rush To Embrace A COVID-19 Treatment
As researchers herald dexamethasone as a potential breakthrough treatment for critically ill patients, Dr. Kirsten Lyke says publicizing research that hasn't been rigorously vetted could erode trust.
Cities Brace For 'Collision Course' Of Summer Heat Waves And COVID-19
As cities weather the first blasts of excessive summer heat, officials weigh the benefits of opening cooling centers and spray parks against the risks of letting people gather in public spaces.
How I'm Teaching My Kids Not To Fear Everything During A Pandemic
A mother in South Africa reflects on raising children at a time of crisis — and how to teach them the value of human connection at a time of disconnectedness.
Younger Adults Are Increasingly Testing Positive For The Coronavirus
In parts of the country, more people in their 20s and 30s are testing positive for the coronavirus. Experts say this is likely due to more testing and less adherence to distancing and mask guidelines.