Disease and Medical Conditions

Who Can Get A Coronavirus Test?

A guide on how doctors decide who gets a COVID-19 test, why celebrities get them without symptoms and more.
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Digestive Issues Might Be An Early Sign Of Coronavirus

New data suggests problems like nausea and diarrhea may be some of the first COVID-19 symptoms.
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Arizona Man Dies After Ingesting Fish Tank Chloroquine To Prevent Coronavirus

The man and his wife drank a fish tank cleaner containing chloroquine, which the president has touted as a treatment despite a lack of scientific evidence.
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How Long Will Americans Be Fighting The Coronavirus?

Scientists say there isn’t a simple answer.
By Christina Larson and Michelle R. Smith, AP

Here's The Difference Between Coronavirus And COVID-19

Breaking down the disease's name, along with symptoms and how to slow the spread of the illness.
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New Coronavirus Can Live On Some Surfaces For Up To 3 Days, Tests Show

Tests performed by scientists in the U.S. also found that the virus can be detected up to three hours in the air.
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Coronavirus Death Rate Still Uncertain As Mild Cases Go Unreported

It's far too soon to predict whether the virus ultimately winds up worse than the flu or about the same.
By Lauran Neergaard, AP

Taking Care Of Yourself Right Now Is A Public Service

The most selfless thing you can do during a possible pandemic is to look after your own health. Here's how.
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CDC Testing Limits May Have Delayed Coronavirus Response In Washington State

The virus likely spread undetected for weeks due to strict testing restrictions set by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a scientist pointed out.
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Will Coronavirus Slow Down In The Warmer Months Like Flu Season?

Past outbreaks might offer insight into whether the spread of the COVID-19 virus will continue in the spring.
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