WHO Official Discusses Pandemic Ahead Of World Health Assembly
NPR's Scott Simon talks with Dr. Maria Van Kerkhove as the World Health Organization prepares for its annual meeting, which will take place virtually.
Health & Safety
My Bedside Manner Got Worse During The Pandemic. Here's How I Improved
A young medical resident learns new ways to reach and comfort his ill hospital patients — despite protective barriers that keep them far apart. He starts by turning down the noise.
As Nursing Homes Report More COVID-19 Deaths, More Governors Order Universal Testing
In recent days, several state leaders have announced plans to test all workers and residents of long-term care facilities, which are especially vulnerable to the coronavirus.
Economist And Epidemiologist Take More Listener Questions On Social Distancing
Economist Emily Oster and epidemiologist Julia Marcus answer listener questions about social distancing beyond an all-or-nothing approach.
Economist And Epidemiologist Take Listener Questions On Social Distancing
Economist Emily Oster and epidemiologist Julia Marcus answer listener questions about social distancing beyond an all-or-nothing approach.
Census Work To Resume In Puerto Rico And Rural Areas Of 11 States
The coronavirus stopped the hand-delivery of paper census forms to homes in Puerto Rico and remote communities in the states. The delays have kept their response rates lower than the national average.
Psychiatry Professor Gives An Advice On How To Sleep Better During Uncertain Times
Psychiatry professor Sonia Ancoli-Israel of the University of California, San Diego, takes listener questions on maintaining healthy sleep and taking care of mental health during the pandemic.
House Passes $3 Trillion Coronavirus Relief Bill That Has Dim Future
The House approved the massive package with aid to states, local governments, individuals. Senate Republicans already dismissed the proposal and it's unclear when parties will reach bipartisan deal.
What Happened Today: President Trump Outlines New Vaccine Plan, Economy Questions
Wall Street Journal chief economics commentator Greg Ip updates listeners on the state of the U.S. economy during the pandemic and answers their questions.
'Us Vs. Them' In A Pandemic: Researchers Warn Divisions Could Get Dangerous
The U.S. was deeply divided before the coronavirus. Now, researchers worry that the pandemic is worsening what they call a dangerously polarized climate.