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Autism rates have soared. This doctor says he knows part of the reason why
by Michael Levitt
NPR's Juana Summers speaks with Dr. Allen Frances, about his piece in the New York Times titled, "Autism Rates have Increased 60-Fold. I Played a Role in That."
Behind Germany's Relatively Low COVID-19 Fatality Rate
by Rob Schmitz
Europe is now the epicenter of the coronavirus pandemic. The number of deaths in Italy and Spain is horrifying, but another statistic also stands out: Germany's relatively low death rate.
Defense Secretary Esper On Helping With U.S. Coronavirus Response
by Tom Bowman
U.S. Secretary of Defense Mark Esper spoke with NPR's Steve Inskeep on Wednesday on how his department is contributing to the coronavirus response. NPR's Pentagon correspondent reviews the tape.
Dr. Anthony Fauci Emerges As Rare Public Face Of Scientific Guidance
by Richard Harris
Dr. Anthony Fauci has advised six U.S. presidents, and has been visible during the coronavirus epidemic. He has often stood beside President Trump — often contradicting Trump's incorrect statements.
The Diary Of A Grocery Store Worker During The Epidemic
by Elizabeth Caldwell
A Maine grocery store cashier relays her experience with the reality of being on the front lines of the coronavirus outbreak.
In The Gulf Coast, Responses To Coronavirus Outbreak Vary Greatly By State
by Debbie Elliott
More states are ordering residents to stay at home to combat spread of the coronavirus. But some states, notably Mississippi and Florida, are taking a more measured approach.
New York Still Faces Looming Shortage Of Medical Equipment For Critical Care
by Quil Lawrence
New York state has signaled critical need for medical equipment, requesting an additional 30,000 ventilators. The state is still bracing for a peak in coronavirus cases within 21 days.
Senate Set To Vote On $2 Trillion Coronavirus Economic Relief Legislation
by Kelsey Snell
The Senate reached a deal on a massive $2 trillion coronavirus economic rescue package that provides direct cash payments, unemployment aid, small business loans and help for impacted industries.
How The Coronavirus Is Affecting Life And Politics In Russia
by Charles Maynes
Russian President Vladimir Putin has acknowledged the impact of the coronavirus, postponing a referendum that could have extended his term in office and ordering Russians not to go to work next week.
The Coronavirus Crisis Is Sparking Harassment Of Asian Americans
Los Angeles Times columnist Frank Shyong speaks with NPR's Ari Shapiro about the racism that Asian Americans and Asian-owned businesses are facing during the coronavirus epidemic.
Coronavirus Updates: Economic Rescue Legislation, Unemployment Projections
NPR global health, economics and politics correspondents recount the latest developments in the federal response to the coronavirus pandemic and the ongoing economic crisis it has caused.
Experts Warn Coronavirus Testing Must Be Far Broader To Quell U.S. Epidemic
by Geoff Brumfiel
As the coronavirus spreads across the United States, researchers say there's only one way out of lockdown: widespread testing for everyone who might be infected with the virus.
Ohio Governor Relays State's Response To COVID-19 Epidemic
NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine. The state of Ohio is under a stay-at-home order and all nonessential businesses have been closed to slow transmission of the coronavirus.