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CDC Launches Online Coronavirus Symptom Self-Checker
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FDA Approves Remdesivir for Hospitalized COVID-19 Patients

The antiviral drug is the first treatment for the new coronavirus to be approved in United States.
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SARS-CoV-2 May Use Key Carbohydrate to Infect Cells

A carbohydrate called heparan sulfate, found on cell surfaces, may help the new coronavirus infects cells.
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Remdesivir for COVID-19 Shows No Survival Benefit in Large Study

None of the four drugs tested in the WHO’s Solidarity trial reduced mortality or duration of hospitalization.

Studies Reveal COVID-19 Disparities Among People With Cancer

Black and Latino cancer patients have higher rates of coronavirus infection and hospitalization but are less likely to use telehealth.

Study Offers Global Review of Impact of COVID-19 on Cancer Treatment and Research

The study represents the most comprehensive scientific survey to date about the interrelationship between COVID-19 and cancer.

Kaletra Still Shows No Benefit for COVID-19

The HIV protease inhibitor combination did not speed recovery or reduce the risk of death in a large study.

Months into Coronavirus Pandemic, Cancer Patients Report Delayed Care and Anxiety

Survey shows coronavirus health care delays and anxiety persist for cancer patients and survivors months into pandemic.
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Trump Treated With Experimental COVID-19 Antibody Cocktail

The treatment reduced coronavirus levels and sped up recovery in a clinical trial.

Faster, Cheaper Testing for COVID-19

Results appear on an easy-to-read strip that is akin to a pregnancy test, without the need for expensive or specialized lab equipment.

Scientists Discover Genetic and Immunologic Underpinnings of Some Cases of Severe COVID-19

New findings may explain why some people with COVID-19 develop more severe disease.

Fourth Large-Scale COVID-19 Vaccine Trial Begins in the United States

The trial is evaluating an investigational vaccine from Janssen that may require only one shot.

Abnormal Liver Tests Linked to Worse COVID-19 Outcomes

The prevalence of abnormal liver tests in people hospitalized with COVID-19 is higher than previously found.

Substance Use Disorders Linked to Increased COVID-19 Risk

People with an opioid use disorder, in particular, had a tenfold higher risk of being diagnosed with COVID-19.

NIH ‘Very Concerned’ About Serious Side Effect in Coronavirus Vaccine Trial

FDA weighs whether to resume coronavirus vaccine trial halted due to an adverse event.
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Is Dining Out a Risk Factor for COVID-19?

A new CDC study leaves the question of indoor versus outdoor dining unanswered.

COVID-19 Vaccine Trial Paused Due to Adverse Event

A U.K. woman developed spinal inflammation after receiving an adenovirus vector vaccine.
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