Why Antibiotic Resistance Is More Worrisome Than Ever
The novel coronavirus is the world's most pressing health concern. But other threats remain — and are heightened by this current crisis.
Global Health
European Parliament Lawmakers Demand Punishment For Hungary Over Emergency Powers
The lawmakers demanded Thursday that European Union leaders punish Hungary's government for using the COVID-19 pandemic to grab power via a new law allowing the prime minister to rule by decree.
The U.S. Is Giving Vast Sums Of Money To Fight COVID-19 Abroad. But There's A Catch
Aid groups are frustrated by a new restriction on using U.S. funds to buy personal protective equipment like masks and gloves. The U.S. says it's a way to ensure there's enough PPE for domestic use.
Fauci Says U.S. Death Toll Is Likely Higher. Other COVID-19 Stats Need Adjusting, Too
Researchers say the statistics issued about coronavirus cases and deaths do not necessarily reflect the full degree of the pandemic's impact.
In South Korea And China, Loosening Restrictions Brings Coronavirus Resurgence
Both countries eased some of their intensive rules after new cases slowed to a trickle. But clusters have cropped up again this month, and authorities are ramping up testing to try to curb the spread.
South Korea Delays Reopening Schools As Coronavirus Cases Resurge
The country had prepared to welcome students back to classrooms on Wednesday, but dozens of new virus cases linked to nightclubs in Seoul have emerged.
European Countries Are Bracing Themselves For The Next Wave Of The Pandemic
Europe starts to loosen up the quarantine restrictions and reopen economies. But some countries are expecting — even planning for — the next wave of the coronavirus outbreaks.
Putin Spokesman Is Hospitalized With COVID-19 As Coronavirus Cases Spike In Russia
The last time he saw Russian President Vladimir Putin in person was more than a month ago, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov says.
After A Spike In Infections, Lebanon Reimposes Strict Orders To Stay At Home
The Middle Eastern country had relatively few cases and had relaxed its shutdown.
When Can We Expect A Coronavirus Vaccine?
The race is on. What will it take to develop, test and distribute a safe and effective vaccine?