Coronavirus Updates: The Latest In The U.S. Response
NPR economics, science and politics correspondents relay the latest in the response to the coronavirus epidemic in the United States.
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NIH Panel Recommends Against Drug Combination Promoted By Trump For COVID-19
The group of experts, assembled under the agency run by Dr. Anthony Fauci, warns that using a combination of hydroxychloroquine and azithromycin could result in potential toxicities.
Study Raises Questions About False Negatives From Quick COVID-19 Test
New research suggests the Abbott ID NOW test, which produces results in less than 15 minutes, is the most likely among common tests to reassure people they are not infected when they really are.
NPR Analysis Of COVID-19 Deaths At New York Nursing Homes
There's one thing that distinguishes the nursing homes that have reported the highest number of deaths: It's not the quality of the nursing home, but the percentage of people of color who live there.
Climate Change Undercuts Air Pollution Improvements
More Americans are breathing unhealthy air, even though overall air pollution has decreased in recent decades. In the tug-of-war between air regulations and climate change, global warming is winning.
Study Links Racial Prejudices And Disease Outbreaks
How might a pandemic affect racial prejudice? A new study finds that living in a region with higher infectious disease rates is linked to greater racial prejudice.
Coronavirus Updates: The Latest In The United States
NPR political and science correspondents break down the latest in the response to the coronavirus pandemic in the United States.
Coronavirus Latest: Trump's Fight With Governors Is One He Can't Win
President Trump is passing the buck on testing and plans to "reopen" states, and many of governors don't like it.
Coronavirus Disrupts Climate Change Demonstrations Planned For Earth Day
Climate change activists had planned protests for the 50th anniversary of Earth Day. But amid the pandemic, they'll be virtual. Many want responses to economic collapse to also tackle climate change.
Ever Wonder 'What It's Like To Be A Bird'? David Allen Sibley Has Some Answers
David Allen Sibley's name is synonymous with his bird field guides. In researching this volume, he became convinced of something new: Birds make complex decisions and experience emotions.