Novel Coronavirus
WBUR's ongoing coverage of the new coronavirus.
COVID-19 Takes Heavy Toll On People With Dementia — Even Those Who Survive
People with dementia are some of the most vulnerable in this pandemic, and surviving COVID-19 can also bring a whole new set of challenges.
Coronavirus Pandemic, Supply Chain Problems Cause Prices Of Grocery Store Staples To Skyrocket
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that April saw the sharpest increase in grocery store prices in nearly 50 years.
Doctors Test Whether Female Sex Hormones Could Help Men Fight COVID-19
Globally, women who have contracted COVID-19 have been less likely than infected men to get really sick or die.
Disorganized Research Slows Discovery Of COVID-19 Treatments, Experts Say
As researchers around the world race to develop treatments — and ultimately a cure — for COVID-19, some are saying a lack of coordination is slowing the process.
As Patients Recover From Coronavirus, Doctors Wonder About Long-Term Health Impacts
COVID-19 attacks many systems within the body — from the lungs and heart to the liver and kidneys. Dr. Harlan Krumholz says we need to be prepared to support the...
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A Bucket Truck Brings A Family Closer During Coronavirus Lockdown
When the coronavirus pandemic prohibited 88-year-old Nick Avges from visiting his wife Marion Avges in a nursing facility, his children came up with a creative idea.
Models Show 'Hidden Outbreak' Spread Weeks Before U.S. Took Action To Slow The Coronavirus
New modeling from Northeastern University suggests thousands of coronavirus cases may have spread undetected throughout New York, Boston, San Francisco, Chicago and Seattle in January and February.
Georgia Reopens Economy Despite Widespread Criticism
The decision came from Gov. Brian Kemp and sparked criticism from public health officials.
Following Trump's Remarks, Lysol Maker Says Please Don't Put Our Products In Your Body
The warning from Lysol is in response to remarks President Trump made where he appeared to suggest injecting bleach might help with the coronavirus.
'Nothing Stops Detroit': A City Mourns Amid COVID-19 Pandemic, But Finds Strength In Community
Host Tonya Mosley, a native of Detroit, talks with Candice Fortman, a fellow Detroiter, about how the coronavirus pandemic has impacted the city.
'A Ruffled Mind Makes A Restless Pillow': Bad Dreams, Disturbed Sleep And The Coronavirus
The stress of the coronavirus and being holed up at home could be affecting our sleep.
Social Distancing Is Working, According To Your Cellphone Data
Researchers have been looking at geolocation data on cellphones to track how well social distancing is working across the country and they are reporting some positive results.
World Health Organization Says Coronavirus Likely Came From Animals
The WHO's announcement came amid theories circulating online about the virus' origin.
Addressing The Disproportionately High Number Of Coronavirus Cases, Deaths Among Black Americans
National data from the CDC shows that 30% of those being treated for COVID-19 are black — even though black people account for only 13% of the population.
FDA Approves 1st At-Home Coronavirus Test
The test allows people to collect their own sample at home.
The Early Child Care System Is On The Brink Of Collapse, Advocates Warn
Many advocates are worried the early child care system won't be able to survive the pandmic.
Coronavirus Pandemic Puts Increased Strain On Child Welfare Agencies
The coronavirus pandemic has made the work of child welfare agencies more challenging by limiting in-person home visits by social workers, closing courts, and significantly reducing the number of calls...
In Antebellum New Orleans, Immunity From Yellow Fever Was A Form Of Privilege. Could That Happen With COVID-19?
On top of race and class, immunity from yellow fever became a form of privilege in the South during the late 1800s. Stanford historian Kathryn Olivarius says we must not...
Congress' Coronavirus Loans To Small Businesses Only Delay Closures, Some Entrepreneurs Say
Funding for the Paycheck Protection Program passed last month by Congress has already run out of money.
How Bacteria Could Affect Outcomes Of COVID-19 Patients
The bacteria and fungi that live inside our bodies may play a role in outcomes for coronavirus patients.