Untangling Covid-19, Altitude Sickness, and Conspiracy Theory

An emerging hypothesis has been mischaracterized by the alternative media

Some Early Signs that Social Distancing in the U.S. is Working

A daily Covid-19 update from Andy…

Dismantling the 5G Coronavirus Conspiracy Theory

YouTube and cellular service providers are trying to stop its spread

A distressingly popular conspiracy theory about Covid-19 suggests that it is caused by exposure to 5G…

Coronavirus and Your Genes

23andMe is launching a study to look into the genetics of symptom severity

Food Waste, Wet Markets, and Too Little Oxygen

A roundup of stories we’re reading about Covid-19 today

• The shuttering of restaurants and college dorms across the country has caused the demand for fresh produce and dairy to plummet…

Domestic Abuse Is on the Rise

The risk for violence is high during the pandemic

Domestic violence is on the rise during the pandemic. The United Nations is reporting an increase in abuse during the coronavirus spread. “We know lockdowns and…