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Infectious diseases organization honors 5 faculty
Five faculty members at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have been elected fellows of the Infectious Diseases
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What the COVID-19 Vaccine Trials Will and Won’t Tell Us
Experts say the current phase 3 trials for potential COVID-19 vaccines will indicate whether the vaccinations can prevent or reduce
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Lockdown 2.0: A Second Wave of COVID-19 Hits Europe
Experts say a loosening of COVID-19 regulations has led to a second wave of the disease in Europe. A number
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Here’s What Is Going On with Rapid COVID-19 Testing
Rapid testing is appealing because receiving fast results means a person knows sooner whether they need to isolate to avoid
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Why COVID-19 Is Particularly Dangerous for Older Black Americans
A new report concludes that older Black Americans are at higher risk of dying from COVID-19 than most of the
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How Colleges Have Become COVID-19 Superspreaders
Many colleges are experiencing sharp increases in COVID-19 cases after classes resumed last month. The spikes have led some universities
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How a Small Wedding in Maine Became a Deadly COVID-19 Superspreader
Experts say a wedding in Maine attended by 62 people that has been linked so far to 134 COVID-19 cases
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COVID-19 Symptoms Usually Show Up in This Order
The research from the University of Southern California was able to determine that COVID-19 symptoms often start in a certain
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For Homemade Face Masks, 3 Layers Are Better Than 1
Masks can prevent the spread of COVID-19, says the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). According to a new
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