Coronavirus — Coronavirus Today

Fact checked by Robert Carlson, MD

May 22

7 min read

Abbott’s COVID-19 Tests Found Very Sensitive and Specific

Abbott ID NOW assay performs best in people tested soon after experiencing COVID-19 disease symptoms

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Fact checked by Robert Carlson, MD

May 22

6 min read

How Fast Does Sunlight Kill Coronavirus?

Natural sunlight rapidly inactivates SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus on surfaces

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Fact checked by Robert Carlson, MD

May 20

4 min read

Who is Sharing My Personal Health Info?

HIPAA privacy protections remain active during coronavirus pandemic

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Fact checked by Holly Lutmer PharmD

May 19

4 min read

$11 Billion Expands Coronavirus Testing

Indian Health Service will provide $750 million to tribal, and urban Indian Health programs to expand testing capacity and testing-related activities

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Fact checked by Robert Carlson, MD

May 18

5 min read

Accelerating Coronavirus Studies With ‘Solidarity’

Solidarity Trial is a large international clinical study to find an effective COVID-19 disease treatment

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