Oregon Governor Outlines Her State's Preparation For Coronavirus Impact
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Oregon Gov. Kate Brown about how her state is prepping for possible communal spread of the novel coronavirus.
Health & Safety
Tiny Field In Tokyo Marathon Another Casualty Of Japan's Coronavirus Response
The Tokyo Marathon had just a tiny fraction of its usual runners this weekend. Japan is canceling events both big and small in an attempt to curb coronavirus spread ahead of the summer Olympics.
Lessons From U.S. Hospitals Caring For COVID-19 Patients
To keep the new coronavirus from spreading in the U.S., hospitals say they need new and sustained funding for good epidemiology as well as more masks, gowns and gloves.
Study Of Rural Hospitals Vulnerable To Closing Ranks N.C. High On List
A national study shows that North Carolina ranks high on a list of states with community hospitals in danger of closing.
U.S. Could Be Entering New Phase In Coronavirus Battle
More and more cases are being diagnosed in this country. And those numbers may grow as testing for this dangerous new virus ramps up.
Coronavirus Tests States' Under-Funded Public Health Systems
"Tip of the iceberg," is how one doctor working on the coronavirus outbreak in Washington state described the new cases. Public health agencies believe more will be confirmed as testing picks up.
News Brief: Coronavirus Outbreak, 2020 Campaign, Israel Election
U.S. health officials ramp up the ability to test for coronavirus. The Democratic presidential race may narrow again after Super Tuesday. And, Israel holds a third election in less than a year.
Bloomberg Aims To Use Coronavirus Confusion To Appear Presidential
Former New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg sees a chance to seize the moment in the Democratic primary as a trusted leader in times of crisis as fears rise over the coronavirus outbreak.
We Answer Listeners' Questions About The Coronavirus
New cases of the coronavirus were identified in at least four states on Sunday: New York, Rhode Island, California and Washington. What kinds of precautions can you take to protect yourself?
Hong Kong Has Contained Coronavirus So Far — But At A Significant Cost
Hong Kong has avoided large-scale outbreaks. But that containment has come at a significant cost to the city.