Global Health

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, headquartered in Atlanta, announced on Wednesday a new case of the COVID-19 disease in California, a diagnosis that was delayed because testing wasn't done immediately.

Health & Safety

CDC Has Fixed Issue Delaying Coronavirus Testing In U.S., Health Officials Say

12:27pm February 27, 2020

by Rob Stein

A problem with one ingredient in test kits that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention distributed to labs around the U.S. had created a frustrating bottleneck.

The new coronavirus has yet to sicken American health workers, as it has in China. But deaths of hospital workers in Asia have heightened scrutiny of the U.S. health care system's ability to protect people on the front line.

Health & Safety

As U.S. Preps For Coronavirus, Health Workers Question Safety Measures

11:44am February 27, 2020

by Yuki Noguchi

The plight of Chinese health care workers contracting the coronavirus has prompted front-line medical staff in the U.S. to wonder if they're protected. Hospitals say they're taking steps to prepare.

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Coronavirus: Trump Under Political Spotlight, Calif. Case Sparks Interest

7:55am February 27, 2020

During a news conference, the president struck a reassuring tone — saying it's not inevitable the virus will spread in the U.S. That's despite warnings to the contrary from public health officials.

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VP Pence Appointed To Lead U.S. Coronavirus Response

7:36am February 27, 2020

NPR's David Greene talks to Dr. Tom Inglesby, director of the Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security, on the current status of the coronavirus in the U.S.

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New Test Begins To Help Scientists Respond To Coronavirus

6:56am February 27, 2020

by Richard Harris

Scientists are missing a proven tool to help them fight the coronavirus: A blood test that can tell who has been exposed in the past. U.S. scientists are developing one — China may already have one.

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News Brief: Coronavirus, U.S. Response, New Delhi Riots

5:57am February 27, 2020

U.S. confirms coronavirus case of unknown origin. Handling the outbreak is a big political moment for President Trump. And, three days of violence in New Delhi leaves dozens of people dead.

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President Trump speaks as Vice President Pence listens during a Wednesday news conference about the U.S. response to the new coronavirus.

Trump Appoints Pence To Lead Government's Coronavirus Response

10:34pm February 26, 2020

by Vanessa Romo

"Mike is going to be in charge," Trump said in an evening news conference, as officials said a case in the U.S. may have been transmitted within the community.

Stocking up on medical supplies and food could be helpful if the new coronavirus spreads in your community and you want to avoid store lines where you could be at risk of infection from others.

A Guide: How To Prepare Your Home For Coronavirus

7:03pm February 26, 2020

by Maria Godoy

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention this week urged the American public "to prepare in the expectation that this could be bad." Here are some of the steps you might consider.

Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar testifies before a House Commerce subcommittee on Capitol Hill in Washington, on Wednesday. Azar has been leading the White House coronavirus task force.

Trump White House Resists Calls To Appoint A Coronavirus Czar

5:50pm February 26, 2020

by David Welna

Epidemic experts and Democratic politicians fault coordination of the response to the coronavirus outbreak and say what's needed is a czar. The White House disagrees.

Trump To Address Nation On U.S. Coronavirus Response

4:07pm February 26, 2020

President Trump is expected to hold a press conference this evening where he will discuss how the United States is responding to the coronavirus threat. Here's what he may say.