When Can We Expect A Coronavirus Vaccine?
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Wuhan To Test All 11 Million Residents After New Coronavirus Cases Emerge
Wuhan, where the world's first coronavirus cases were reported in late December, eased many restrictions in early April. But earlier this week, authorities found at least six new cases.
Argentina Reacted Early And Kept The Coronavirus Largely Contained
Once there were 100 cases, the government imposed broad confinement measures. More than seven weeks later, with 317 coronavirus-related deaths, Argentina is easing its lockdown outside Buenos Aires.
Greensboro Rehab Center Temporarily Closes Due To Positive COVID-19 Tests
A residential alcohol and drug treatment center in Greensboro is temporarily shutting down after three clients tested positive for COVID-19.
Doctor Helps Listeners To Make Hard Choices During The Pandemic
Dr. Helen Boucher, chief of the infectious diseases department at Tufts Medical Center, helps listeners with hard-to-answer questions.
What Happened Today: States Keep Reopening, Safety Questions
Dr. Helen Boucher, chief of the infectious diseases department at Tufts Medical Center, answers listener questions about states reopening and when it will be safe to visit loved ones.
Checkpoint Clash Escalates Between South Dakota Governor, Tribal Leaders
Gov. Kristi Noem says she plans to take the Cheyenne River Sioux and Oglala Sioux tribes to federal court for refusing to shutter checkpoints onto their reservations. "Clarity" is needed, she says.
White House Doesn't Have A Testing Strategy To Help States, Sen. Murphy Says
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Democratic Sen. Chris Murphy of Connecticut about Tuesday's Senate committee hearing on how to safely reopen the country amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Researchers Worry Pandemic Will Lead To A Spike In Suicide Rate
Suicide rates often drop after disasters like earthquakes and hurricanes, only to increase months later. Public health officials are trying to get ahead of an expected uptick related to COVID-19.
1-Man Marching Band Entertains Mass. Town During Pandemic
Zack Hickman is a professional bass player who went back to his hometown of Watertown when the outbreak sidelined his career. Now he entertains the town with the Sousaphone he go on eBay.