Pool testing for coronavirus: How it works and what are the drawbacks
Testing samples from a group of people all together in one batch saves time and money. It also expands testing to millions of Americans per day who may unknowingly be spreading the virus.
More than 200 Planet Fitness gym-goers asked to quarantine after 1 tests positive for COVID-19
Members who visited the Planet Fitness location in Morgantown, West Virginia are being asked to quarantine for at least two weeks.
Transgender health care center opens on Long Island
The Center for Transgender Care has a permanent home.
Fauci expresses doubts over potential COVID-19 vaccine efficacy in US due to anti-vaxxers
“So we have a lot of work to do because as you well know... there is a general anti-science, anti-authority, anti-vaccine feeling among some people in this country, an alarmingly large percentage of people, relatively speaking," Fauci said.
Coronavirus treatment Remdesivir to cost $3,120 for US patients with private insurance
Gilead Sciences Inc. announced its pricing for the coronavirus drug Remdesivir, stating it will charge hospitals $3,120 for a patient in the U.S. with private insurance.
Advances in bioelectronic medicine give movement back to paralyzed person
Dr. Kevin Tracey says significant strides in bioelectronic medicine have been made over the past several years.
Despite pandemic, Trump administration urges end to ACA
The Trump administration is urging the Supreme Court to overturn the Affordable Care Act in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic
With a jab at Trump, Pelosi unveils new 'Obamacare' bill
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is taking a jab at President Donald Trump as she unveils a plan to expand the Obama-era health law.
'Coming back and biting us': US sees virus resurgence
Hospital administrators and health care experts are warning that parts of the U.S. are on the verge of being overwhelmed by the coronavirus, lamenting that a restriction-weary public and politicians are letting disaster unfold.
Dr. Fauci says 'it will be when not if' for a COVID-19 vaccine
The government’s top infectious disease expert told a House committee on Tuesday he believes “it will be when and not if” there will be a COVID-19 vaccine and that he remains “cautiously optimistic” that some will be ready at the end of the year.
VA respiratory therapist charged with stealing supplies for COVID-19 patients, selling them on eBay
A Department of Veterans Affairs respiratory therapist has been charged with stealing medical supplies used to treat patients with COVID-19 and selling them on eBay, according to a news release by the U.S. Department of Justice.
NY families ask for more access to relatives in group homes
But Gov. Andrew Cuomo is allowing group homes to resume visits starting Friday. He said each home will have the discretion to allow visitors and must follow state guidelines about wearing masks.
Two medical students write children's book to explain why we've been staying home
How do you explain to your child why we are staying home during the pandemic and what coronavirus is? A new book written by two medical students could help with that.
‘We’re sure that dogs could detect COVID-19’: UK group says it’s training canines to sniff out virus
A U.K. animal charity has begun training its dogs to sniff out COVID-19.
VA says it lacks adequate medical gear for 2nd virus wave
The Veterans Affairs Department stated they would need a six-month supply in order to battle a potential second wave of the COVID-19 virus. They only have a 30-day supply.
NFL’s Michael Thomas donates to non-profit group to help clear medical debt for New Orleans residents
Michael Thomas, a wide receiver for the New Orleans Saints, has partnered with the non-profit RIP Medical Debt to clear over $2 million in past due medical debts for over 1,000 Louisiana residents.
WHO: Wear a 3-ply mask on mass transit, in shops, crowded areas
Wearing a mask can give you a false sense of security and does not replace keeping your distance from others and frequently washing your hands, WHO says.
LI hospital provides specialized care to victims of severe COVID-19 infections
Northwell Health says it has created one of the only specialized units in the country that helps wean critically ill COVID patients off ventilators.
Hospital helps patients recover from severe COVID-19 cases
Northwell Health says it has created one of the only specialized units in the country that helps wean critically ill COVID patients off ventilators.
Hospital staff in Spain wheels recovering coronavirus patients to the beach
Hospital del Mar in Barcelona said the beach trips are part of a program to humanize intensive care units.