Experts Help Listeners Make Tough Choices During The Pandemic
Infectious disease specialist Dr. Helen Boucher and professor of economics Emily Oster help listeners make tough decisions related to the coronavirus pandemic.
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Infectious disease specialist Dr. Helen Boucher and professor of economics Emily Oster help listeners make tough decisions related to the coronavirus pandemic.
Video: What The U.S. Is Doing About Its Testing Swab Shortage
To contain the coronavirus, the U.S. needs to be able test a lot of people. But we're facing a shortage of a key ingredient: the swab. Here's why these swabs are so hard to source.
Too Little Or Too Much Time With The Kids? Grandparenting Is Tough In A Pandemic
Even as social restrictions ease in some spots, older adults remain extra-vulnerable to COVID-19. That means many families are facing hard choices — whether to hunker down together or apart.
Long-Term Symptoms Of COVID-19
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with he New York Times' Mara Gay about her recovery from COVID-19.
More Tips On How To Travel Safely This Summer
Dr. Abraar Karan of Harvard Medical School and Catharine Hamm of the Los Angeles Times answer listener questions about traveling this summer.
Tips On How To Travel Safely This Summer
Dr. Abraar Karan of Harvard Medical School and Catharine Hamm of the Los Angeles Times answer listener questions about traveling this summer.
CDC Advice On Surface Spread Of COVID-19 'Has Not Changed,' Agency Says
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says a headline change on its website seemed to trigger news reports saying its guidelines have changed.
Getting An Antibody Test For The Coronavirus? Here's What It Won't Tell You
As more and more people get tested for antibodies to the coronavirus, infectious disease specialists worry that those tested — and their employers — may not understand the limits of the results.
What Happened Today: American Cities Struggle As Tax Revenues Bottom Out
Many people have lost their health insurance along with their jobs during the pandemic. NPR's health policy correspondent answers listener questions on how to navigate the health care system now.