MAP: Which Countries Have CDC Travel Advisories Because Of Coronavirus
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has issued warnings for several countries because of the outbreak. Our map highlights the areas of concern.
Global Health
CDC Defends Its Handling Of New Coronavirus Case In California
The case involves a woman who could be the first patient in the U.S. to contract the virus in the general population. However, a California hospital alleges the CDC initially refused to test her.
WHO Says Risk Of COVID-19 Is Now 'Very High At A Global Level'
On Monday, 29 countries reported having cases of the coronavirus disease. It's now been confirmed in nearly 50 nations.
U.S. Needs To Lead Coronavirus Coordination, Expert Says
NPR's David Greene talks to Dr. Dennis Carroll, who has been an infectious disease expert for the federal government for decades, about the response to the coronavirus outbreak.
Just For Kids: A Comic Exploring The New Coronavirus
You may have heard the word "coronavirus" online or on TV. You probably have a lot of questions. Check out our comic to get some answers — and print out a zine version at home.
News Brief: Coronavirus Effects, Democratic Nominating Contest
Stocks continue their free-fall amid fears of the coronavirus. Scientists suggest ways people can prepare for an outbreak. And, South Carolina's Democratic primary takes place Saturday.
Olympic Officials Dismiss 'Speculation' That Coronavirus Could Disrupt Tokyo Games
The statement comes in response to remarks made earlier this week by a longtime International Olympic Committee member who suggested a late May deadline to decide the fate of the Tokyo Games.
Coronavirus Updates: Italy Reports 650 Cases And 17 Deaths
Italy says its cases of the COVID-19 coronavirus spiked by more than 50% in just 24 hours. Fears over the virus are forcing top-level soccer matches to be played without any fans present.
Coronavirus Outbreak In Iran Has Tehran Residents Doubting Government Response
On the street in Tehran, people are wondering if their country has the capacity to deal with the coronavirus outbreak — and whether news of it was suppressed.
Scotland Poised To Become 1st Country To Make Period Products Free
In a few short years, Scotland has turned periods from a stigmatized subject to a selling point. The bill takes aim at "period poverty": when girls and women struggle to access menstrual products.