1st results in on Gilead coronavirus drug; more study needed
More than half of a group of severely ill coronavirus patients improved after receiving an experimental antiviral drug, although there’s no way to know the odds of that happening without the drug because there was no comparison group, doctors reported Friday.
More than half of a group of severely ill coronavirus patients improved after receiving an experimental antiviral drug, although there’s no way to know the odds of that happening without the drug because there was no comparison group, doctors reported Friday.
Face mask uses new tech to eliminate germs and viruses on contact
Summit Male Medical in Arizona is selling masks made of a material used in operating rooms that is said to kill viruses and other germs. FOX 10's Carmen Blackwell has the story.
Summit Male Medical in Arizona is selling masks made of a material used in operating rooms that is said to kill viruses and other germs. FOX 10's Carmen Blackwell has the story.
Many Easter baskets filled with sanitizers and toilet paper this year, while egg hunts go virtual
Everyone is getting a little extra clever and thinking outside the egg this spring holiday season.
Everyone is getting a little extra clever and thinking outside the egg this spring holiday season.
NYPD detective and school safety agent die from COVID-19
Detective Jack Polimeni and School Safety Agent Joseph Donofrio have died of COVID-related causes.
Detective Jack Polimeni and School Safety Agent Joseph Donofrio have died of COVID-related causes.
Reopening New York will require massive testing
Public health experts hope that mass screening with antibody tests could help identify who might have built up immunity to COVID-19. Gov. Andrew Cuomo said the state's health department is developing an antibody test.
Public health experts hope that mass screening with antibody tests could help identify who might have built up immunity to COVID-19. Gov. Andrew Cuomo said the state's health department is developing an antibody test.
Tracking NYC's coronavirus fight, from 911 call to ER door
As New York City staggered through its deadliest week of the pandemic, its emergency response system and army of operators, dispatchers and ambulance crews is being pushed to the brink.
As New York City staggered through its deadliest week of the pandemic, its emergency response system and army of operators, dispatchers and ambulance crews is being pushed to the brink.
‘Thank you’: US Navy band stationed in Italy pays tribute to host country amid COVID-19 pandemic
“Thank you all for what you are doing every day,” the band wrote on Facebook.
“Thank you all for what you are doing every day,” the band wrote on Facebook.
Suit by 3M alleges price-gouging by New Jersey company
A New Jersey company falsely claimed it was an authorized distributor of 3M products when it tried to charge New York City five to six times the regular price for personal protective equipment, 3M said in a lawsuit filed Friday.
A New Jersey company falsely claimed it was an authorized distributor of 3M products when it tried to charge New York City five to six times the regular price for personal protective equipment, 3M said in a lawsuit filed Friday.
Trump, Congress hope to act next week on new virus aid bill
Unable to strike a deal alone, the Trump administration and congressional leaders appear poised to launch new bipartisan talks on a fresh coronavirus aid package with hopes for action as soon as next week.
Unable to strike a deal alone, the Trump administration and congressional leaders appear poised to launch new bipartisan talks on a fresh coronavirus aid package with hopes for action as soon as next week.
Tokyo Olympic CEO hints games could be in doubt even in 2021
“I don’t think anyone would be able to say if it is going to be possible to get it under control by next July or not,” Tokyo organizing committee CEO Toshiro Muto said.
“I don’t think anyone would be able to say if it is going to be possible to get it under control by next July or not,” Tokyo organizing committee CEO Toshiro Muto said.
Next potential shortage: Drugs needed to run ventilators
As hospitals scour the country for scarce ventilators to treat critically ill patients stricken by the new coronavirus, pharmacists are beginning to sound an alarm that could become just as urgent: Drugs that go hand in hand with ventilators are running low even as demand is surging.
As hospitals scour the country for scarce ventilators to treat critically ill patients stricken by the new coronavirus, pharmacists are beginning to sound an alarm that could become just as urgent: Drugs that go hand in hand with ventilators are running low even as demand is surging.
Volunteers shop for groceries for senior citizens during pandemic
Nearly 80 volunteers are shopping for senior citizens in Nassau County as part of a program created by County Legislator Josh Lafazan.
Nearly 80 volunteers are shopping for senior citizens in Nassau County as part of a program created by County Legislator Josh Lafazan.
Immunity card could mark you free of coronavirus, but questions remain
The idea of coronavirus immunity cards has become part of the national coronavirus conversation in the United States, as more medical clinics and labs come out with virus tests.
The idea of coronavirus immunity cards has become part of the national coronavirus conversation in the United States, as more medical clinics and labs come out with virus tests.
New Jersey cases near 55,000; deaths approach 2,000
New Jersey hospitals reported another 233 deaths related to COVID-19, bringing the death toll to 1,932, Gov. Phil Murphy said on Friday. The confirmed cases have surged to 54,588, with 3,627 new positive tests.
New Jersey hospitals reported another 233 deaths related to COVID-19, bringing the death toll to 1,932, Gov. Phil Murphy said on Friday. The confirmed cases have surged to 54,588, with 3,627 new positive tests.
California’s early response to COVID-19 outbreak credited for flattening the curve
The State of California implemented social distancing guidelines earlier than many other states and that may have been the trick into flattening the curve and fighting COVID-19.
The State of California implemented social distancing guidelines earlier than many other states and that may have been the trick into flattening the curve and fighting COVID-19.
Cuomo: What the statisticians couldn't calculate about New Yorkers
Cuomo praised New Yorkers for, by and large, adhering to his executive orders. He said the statisticians couldn't count the spirit of New Yorkers and the love of New Yorkers to step up and do the right thing.
Cuomo praised New Yorkers for, by and large, adhering to his executive orders. He said the statisticians couldn't count the spirit of New Yorkers and the love of New Yorkers to step up and do the right thing.
No, mosquitoes cannot spread COVID-19
There is no evidence that mosquitoes can transmit the COVID-19 virus. But it's not all good news.
There is no evidence that mosquitoes can transmit the COVID-19 virus. But it's not all good news.
'He was treated like an animal,' says brother of jail detainee who died of COVID-19 shackled at hospital
Cook County Jail detainee Jeffery Pendleton suffered “cruel punishment” while being treated for COVID-19 at Stroger Hospital, his brother says.
Cook County Jail detainee Jeffery Pendleton suffered “cruel punishment” while being treated for COVID-19 at Stroger Hospital, his brother says.