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L.A. County looking at whether some cities could reopen sooner than others
L.A. County remains the epicenter of the novel coronavirus in the state, with more than 1,700 deaths and more than 35,000 confirmed cases.
Why are Orange County coronavirus cases rising? Here's what we know
The county has reported nearly 4,000 cases and 80 deaths and recorded its highest daily increase Thursday.
Aerobic exercise can improve thinking, memory in seniors
A new study finds that aerobic exercise can improve older adults' thinking and memory, even if they're longtime couch potatoes.
Judge orders Los Angeles to move thousands of homeless during coronavirus crisis
A federal judge has ordered Los Angeles city and county to move thousands of homeless people who are living near freeways, saying their health is at risk from pollution and...
NFL to let teams reopen facilities Tuesday under certain conditions
The NFL will allow teams to reopen their facilities as soon as Tuesday if certain conditions can be met during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Autopsy: Kobe Bryant's pilot, Ara Zobayan, had no drugs or alcohol in system
Ara Zobayan, the helicopter pilot of Los Angeles Lakers great Kobe Bryant and seven others during their fatal crash in January, didn't have any drugs or alcohol in his system.
NFL to allow teams to reopen facilities next week if protocols met
NFL team facilities will be allowed to reopen next week if clubs meet certain protocols and have permission under state and local regulations.
CEPI commits $384 million to Novavax's nanoparticle-based COVID-19 vaccine
It's the biggest financial commitment yet from the vaccine nonprofit
T cells may help COVID-19 patients — and people never exposed to the virus
People infected with the coronavirus carry immune cells known as T cells that help the body fight off the infection, a study suggests. These cells may help people recover from COVID-19, but...
Detailed analysis of immune response to SARS-CoV-2 bodes well for COVID-19 vaccine
A new study documents a robust antiviral immune response to SARS-CoV-2 in a group of 20 adults who had recovered from COVID-19. The findings show that the body's immune system...
Further evidence does not support hydroxychloroquine for patients with COVID-19
The anti-inflammatory drug hydroxychloroquine does not significantly reduce admission to intensive care or death in patients hospitalized with pneumonia due to COVID-19, finds a study from France. And a randomized...
Trump sets ambitious deadline for coronavirus vaccine
President Trump outlined what he called a "warp speed" effort to develop and deploy a COVID-19 vaccine by year's end. Even those leading the effort say chances of meeting that...
Blood plasma appears safe for COVID-19 patients in early trial results
Researchers report promising results in early safety trials of convalescent plasma therapy, in which the blood of COVID-19 survivors is used to treat patients.
Hospital ship USNS Mercy leaves Los Angeles
The Navy hospital ship USNS Mercy left Los Angeles on Friday after serving as assistance to area hospitals dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic.
Blood plasma appears safe for COVID-19 patients in early trial results
Researchers report promising results in early safety trials of convalescent plasma therapy, in which the blood of COVID-19 survivors is used to treat patients.
Antiviral drug can speed up recovery of COVID-19 patients, study shows
Research shows for the first time that interferon-alpha2b improves virus clearance and decreases levels of inflammatory markers in COVID-19 patients.
Heart attacks, heart failure, stroke: COVID-19's dangerous cardiovascular complications
A new guide from emergency medicine doctors details the potentially deadly cardiovascular complications COVID-19 can cause.
Blood clotting abnormalities reveal COVID-19 patients at risk for thrombotic events
A new article highlights early research on blood clotting evaluation work that may help identify and treat dangerous complications of the infection.
COVID-19 infection control, radiographer protection in CT exam areas
Radiologists from Shanghai discuss modifying exam process and disinfecting exam room, while outlining personal protection measures during the coronavirus disease outbreak.
FDA probes accuracy issue with Abbott's rapid coronavirus test
Federal officials are alerting doctors of a potential accuracy problem with a rapid test for COVID-19 used at thousands of hospitals and other sites.
Poor Americans likely to miss preventive heart screenings, study shows
Low-income Americans are much less likely to be screened for heart disease or to receive counseling about controlling risk factors, a new study finds.
FDA probes accuracy issue with Abbott's rapid coronavirus test
Federal officials are alerting doctors of a potential accuracy problem with a rapid test for COVID-19 used at thousands of hospitals and other sites.
SARS lessons for COVID-19 vaccine design
Important lessons learned from the Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) outbreak of 2002-2003 could inform and guide vaccine design for COVID-19, according to a new article.
Avoiding emergency care during pandemic a dangerous trend, Edmonton ER doctor warns
Emergency rooms are seeing concerning numbers of patients who have waited dangerously long to seek medical care amid the COVID-19 pandemic, says an Edmonton physician.
Medicaid expansion under Obamacare may have cut U.S. cancer deaths
Cancer death rates have declined more in U.S. states that expanded Medicaid after the Affordable Care Act than in those that didn't, a new study finds.
Bredesen Protocol Not Proven to Prevent or Reverse Alzheimer’s, Says UCSF Neurologist
A protocol comprising dietary supplements and lifestyle changes that claims to prevent or reverse Alzheimer’s disease and cognitive decline has drawn media fanfare and critical acclaim from health gurus and even physicians....
Kids with disabilities face health risks and marginalization under COVID-19: expert
COVID-19 has been disruptive to all families, a McMaster University professor says, but the effects of school closures, medical equipment shortages and social distancing are further amplified for families of...
Statins may help older coronavirus patients avoid symptoms; COVID-19 more than respiratory illness
The following is a brief roundup of some of the latest scientific studies on the novel coronavirus and efforts to find treatments and vaccines for COVID-19, the illness caused by...