Coronavirus vaccine trial underway at NYU Langone
The NYU Langone Vaccine Center started the first clinical trial of possible antidotes in the United States.
The NYU Langone Vaccine Center started the first clinical trial of possible antidotes in the United States.
Cuomo: Most new COVID-19 patients not working, not taking subways
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo says most COVID-19 patients coming into New York hospitals are not working and not traveling daily and tend to be older than 50. The governor released a survey that found retirees accounted for 37% of hospitalizations during the survey period and another 46% were unemployed. Almost three-quarters were 51 years or older.
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo says most COVID-19 patients coming into New York hospitals are not working and not traveling daily and tend to be older than 50. The governor released a survey that found retirees accounted for 37% of hospitalizations during the survey period and another 46% were unemployed. Almost three-quarters were 51 years or older.
Doctors probe link between COVID-19 and kids with Kawasaki-like disease
The question is: Are these Kawasaki-like symptoms linked to the coronavirus infection?
The question is: Are these Kawasaki-like symptoms linked to the coronavirus infection?
'COVID toes' are emblematic of how much is still unknown about the disease
The majority of people reporting so-called COVID toes never thought they were exposed to the coronavirus.
The majority of people reporting so-called COVID toes never thought they were exposed to the coronavirus.
Partnership between Mount Sinai hospital and conservative religious group draws criticism
The partnership between Mount Sinai Hospital and Rev. Franklin Graham's Christian organization Samaritan's Purse has come under criticism from LGBTQ leaders in New York City who are angry about the organization's anti-gay stances.
The partnership between Mount Sinai Hospital and Rev. Franklin Graham's Christian organization Samaritan's Purse has come under criticism from LGBTQ leaders in New York City who are angry about the organization's anti-gay stances.
In a time of COVID-19, 'Obamacare' still part of the action
COVID-19 could have stamped a person “uninsurable” if not for the Affordable Care Act. The ban on insurers using preexisting conditions to deny coverage is a key part of the Obama-era law that the Trump administration still seeks to overturn.
COVID-19 could have stamped a person “uninsurable” if not for the Affordable Care Act. The ban on insurers using preexisting conditions to deny coverage is a key part of the Obama-era law that the Trump administration still seeks to overturn.
NY joining six states to buy vital coronavirus gear in bulk
New York is banding together with six nearby states to purchase equipment and supplies that sometimes have been hard to come by during the coronavirus pandemic, Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced Sunday.
New York is banding together with six nearby states to purchase equipment and supplies that sometimes have been hard to come by during the coronavirus pandemic, Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced Sunday.
Faced with 19,000 dead, care homes seek shield from lawsuits
Faced with 19,000 coronavirus deaths and counting, the nation’s nursing homes are pushing back against a potential flood of lawsuits with a sweeping lobbying effort to get states to grant them emergency protection from claims of inadequate care.
Faced with 19,000 coronavirus deaths and counting, the nation’s nursing homes are pushing back against a potential flood of lawsuits with a sweeping lobbying effort to get states to grant them emergency protection from claims of inadequate care.
More than 150 cars turn out for parade to celebrate little girl’s last cancer treatment
Some milestones are meant to be celebrated no matter what it takes. Selah Grace Feely's final cancer treatment was one of those events.
Some milestones are meant to be celebrated no matter what it takes. Selah Grace Feely's final cancer treatment was one of those events.
Protecting privacy amid a pandemic
Companies large and small are collecting data, ranging from medical to financial information, about us amid this pandemic.
Companies large and small are collecting data, ranging from medical to financial information, about us amid this pandemic.
NYC nursing home reports 98 deaths linked to coronavirus
A New York City nursing home says nearly 100 of its residents have died from confirmed or suspected cases of the novel coronavirus. The Isabella Geriatric Center in Manhattan is among the hardest hit nursing homes in the state, with 46 confirmed fatalities and an additional 52 deaths of people suspected to have the virus.
A New York City nursing home says nearly 100 of its residents have died from confirmed or suspected cases of the novel coronavirus. The Isabella Geriatric Center in Manhattan is among the hardest hit nursing homes in the state, with 46 confirmed fatalities and an additional 52 deaths of people suspected to have the virus.
Westchester County leading the way on antibody testing for coronavirus
As thousands scramble to find out if they were exposed to COVID-19, many of them cannot even find the coveted antibody test. But in Westchester County, the tests are in supply and ready to be distributed.
As thousands scramble to find out if they were exposed to COVID-19, many of them cannot even find the coveted antibody test. But in Westchester County, the tests are in supply and ready to be distributed.
Trump declares May ‘Older Americans Month,’ announces new measures as COVID-19 ravages nursing homes
The president signed the order on Thursday, April 30.
The president signed the order on Thursday, April 30.
Drug proves effective against virus as economic damage rises
Scientists have announced the first effective treatment against the coronavirus — an experimental drug that can speed the recovery of COVID-19 patients — in a major medical advance that comes as the economic gloom caused by the scourge deepens in the U.S. and Europe.
Scientists have announced the first effective treatment against the coronavirus — an experimental drug that can speed the recovery of COVID-19 patients — in a major medical advance that comes as the economic gloom caused by the scourge deepens in the U.S. and Europe.
‘Reckless and untested musings’: Health experts criticize 2 doctors urging ease on social distancing
Two California doctors who made headlines for downplaying the seriousness of the COVID-19 pandemic, calling for an end to social distancing orders, have been called out by medical experts for spreading misinformation.
Two California doctors who made headlines for downplaying the seriousness of the COVID-19 pandemic, calling for an end to social distancing orders, have been called out by medical experts for spreading misinformation.
Paramedic beats COVID-19 (and guilt), gets back to his EMS station
Thousands of America's first responders are sick. Dozens are dead. But many have recovered. And they're going back to work. Paramedic Alex Tull is one of them.
Thousands of America's first responders are sick. Dozens are dead. But many have recovered. And they're going back to work. Paramedic Alex Tull is one of them.
These first responders beat COVID-19; now they're back at work
Thousands of America's first responders are sick. Dozens are dead. But many have recovered. And they're going back to work, some with a lingering cough and lost weight.
Thousands of America's first responders are sick. Dozens are dead. But many have recovered. And they're going back to work, some with a lingering cough and lost weight.
Vice President Pence doesn't wear mask for Mayo Clinic visit
Video feeds show Vice President Mike Pence didn't wear a mask when he met with a Mayo employee who has recovered from COVID-19.
Video feeds show Vice President Mike Pence didn't wear a mask when he met with a Mayo employee who has recovered from COVID-19.
Pfizer sales and profit down; COVID-19 is a factor
Pfizer, the world's biggest prescription drugmaker, already experienced lower drug revenue in the first quarter as sales of recently off-patent drugs like painkiller Lyrica dropped but the company on Tuesday said that it is maintaining its 2020 profit forecast.
Pfizer, the world's biggest prescription drugmaker, already experienced lower drug revenue in the first quarter as sales of recently off-patent drugs like painkiller Lyrica dropped but the company on Tuesday said that it is maintaining its 2020 profit forecast.
Bloomberg reverses course, gives ex-campaign staff health coverage
Mike Bloomberg will cover the cost of health care for his former presidential campaign staffers through November, reversing course on a decision that had prompted outrage and sparked lawsuits against the billionaire businessman.
Mike Bloomberg will cover the cost of health care for his former presidential campaign staffers through November, reversing course on a decision that had prompted outrage and sparked lawsuits against the billionaire businessman.