Revisiting With People Who Got Stuck In Months-Long Wuhan Lockdown
Back in March, two people were stuck in Wuhan, China — the pandemic's first epicenter. We check in with them again as they navigate work and family life.
Global Health
A Doc About Wuhan's Lockdown Was 'Too Real' For My Wuhan-Born Dad. I'm Glad I Watched
The reviewer's father, who was born in Wuhan and lived there until he was 28, couldn't bear to keep watching. But she did — and was deeply moved by this new documentary film.
Chart: COVID-19 Is Now Leading Killer In 5 Latin American Nations
Why are numbers so high in the region? Public health officials point to a number of underlying problems that let the coronavirus run amok.
Daniel Streicker: What If We Could Stop A Virus At Its Animal Source?
MERS, Ebola, and COVID-19—the viruses that cause these diseases likely have the same patient zero: bats. For researcher Daniel Streicker, the key to preventing an outbreak is the bats themselves.
The Secret To Success? Having A Big Sister
A new study suggests big sisters have a powerful impact. (Sorry, big brothers, you don't make as much of a difference.) But there are also potential downsides for the sisters.
Without Resources, Vaccine Rollout Could 'Fall At The Last Hurdle,' Journalist Warns
Atlantic writer Ed Yong says the COVID-19 vaccination program will be the most complicated the U.S. has ever attempted: "It's going to be a slow process, and there are a lot of possible roadblocks."
French President Macron Tests Positive For Coronavirus
The Élysée Palace said President Emmanuel Macron will quarantine for seven days following his positive test results.
New Zealand Will Give Free Coronavirus Vaccines To Residents, Neighboring Nations
If the vaccines are proven to be safe and effective, the immunization campaign is expected to begin with border officers and other essential workers at the beginning of 2021.
Some Vials Of COVID-19 Vaccine Contain Extra Doses, Expanding Supply
"Given the public health emergency, FDA is advising that it is acceptable to use every full dose obtainable (the sixth, or possibly even a seventh) from each vial," the FDA said Wednesday.
A Million Dollar Prize For A Doc Who Believes In 'Accompaniment'
As the founder of Partners in Health, he seeks to bring modern medical care to all. Now he is the happy — if a bit surprised — to receive the Berggruen Prize for Philosophy and Culture.