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Pilgrims and clergy gather in remote Alaska village to canonize first Yup'ik saint
by Evan Erickson
The Orthodox Christian tradition is strong in the tiny village of Kwethluk, Alaska. It recently welcomed clergy and pilgrims from around the world to canonize a local midwife and healer as a saint.
A Medical School Graduate Goes Straight To The Front Lines
NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Gabrielle Mayer, who is graduating from medical school early to help the coronavirus-positive patients coming into Bellevue Hospital in New York City.
Many Who Need A Coronavirus Test Still Can't Get One, Despite Presidential Claims
by Kirk Siegler
President Trump continues to falsely state that everyone who needs a COVID-19 test can get one. Health care providers and those who have been possibly sickened by the disease tell a different story.
How To Open Mail During The Pandemic
The biggest thing you can do is to avoid contact with the delivery person. Beyond that, here are some steps you can take to reduce the risk of coronavirus transmission.
Where Vaccines To Prevent COVID-19 Stand
by Joe Palca
More than two dozen vaccines for COVID-19 are underdevelopment, and at least three have begun human tests. Here's what's being tried, and why it's now possible to develop candidates in record time.
Tales Of Two Cities: Coronavirus Outcomes Differ Between Bay Area, New York City
Early on, Bay Area cities adopted social distancing restrictions to reduce the spread of the coronavirus. Health officials are optimistic about what they see so far — unlike in New York City.
Questions About Pregnancy And Giving Birth During The Epidemic
by Sacha Pfeiffer
Emergency physician Dr. Leana Wen and NPR investigations correspondent Sacha Pfeiffer answer listener questions about pregnancy and birth during the COVID-19 epidemic with NPR's Michel Martin.
How The Epidemic Is Affecting The 2020 Census
by Hansi Lo Wang
NPR's census correspondent takes questions about how COVID-19 is impacting the national head count of every person living in the U.S.
More Questions About Pregnancy During The Coronavirus Epidemic
by Sacha Pfeiffer
Emergency physician Dr. Leana Wen and NPR investigations correspondent Sacha Pfeiffer answer more listener questions about pregnancy and birth during the COVID-19 epidemic with NPR's Michel Martin.
Listener Questions On Wearing Masks In Public
by Maria Godoy
An NPR science correspondent answers listener questions about whether or not people should wear masks in public, after reports that federal public health officials are reconsidering mask guidance.
What Happened Today: White House Briefing, Paying Bills, Federal Relief Money
by Danielle Kurtzleben
An NPR politics and economics correspondent answers listener questions about the latest from Wednesday's White House briefing, and what to expect from the government relief package.
Swab Manufacturer Works To Meet 'Overwhelming' Demand
by Ailsa Chang
Maine-based Puritan Medical Products is one of only two companies that manufacture the type of swabs needed to test for the coronavirus. As testing ramps up, a huge demand has only grown.
How To Safely Get Takeout In The Coronavirus Era
With most restaurants around the U.S. closed to dining in due to the coronavirus outbreak, some have pivoted to takeout and delivery. Here's how to minimize risk of viral transmission while doing so.