What’s the Deal With Pulse Oximeters?

Here’s what to know about devices that can measure blood oxygen…

What You Need to Know About Antibody Tests

They might not be a true indicator of immunity

We Need More Transparency and More Action From the Department of Veterans Affairs

The VA is designed…

Study Finds Promise in Approved Drugs for Possible Covid-19 Treatment

A new paper published today in the journal Nature tested 75 over-the-counter prescription and development-stage drug compounds in human cells for activity against the novel coronavirus.

A Nightmare Voyage, $69 Million Lost, and the Dissent of Atlanta’s Mayor

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

• The Diamond Princess cruise ship became a chilling symbol of the pandemic when it was…

How South Korea Is Reopening

Here’s the country’s playbook

The Wall Street Journal reports that after two months of intensive lockdown measures, South Korea is ready to reopen. The country also has a thorough plan for the delicate transition.

Smart Reads on Vaccines

Two stories that put vaccine efforts into perspective

The New York Times published a story today from Stuart A. Thompson, a writer and the graphics director for the Times opinion section, about timelines for a Covid-19…

How to Eat for Your Immune System

Consider that salad a long-term investment

What to eat to strengthen your immune system. As writer Dana Smith reports, it’s not possible to immediately and quickly make your immune system stronger. But nutritious…

What Meat Processing Plants Are Like Right Now

One worker’s experience

What it’s like to work at a meat processing plant right now. GEN published an essay today from an anonymous thirtysomething who works at a Tyson Foods beef plant in Amarillo, Texas. On…

Plexiglass Is a Thriving Industry

Places from offices to restaurants are adding barriers

The plexiglass business is booming during the pandemic.

There’s nowhere, it seems, that plexiglass won’t be: Offices are looking…