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Coronavirus and the risks of 'speed science'
COVID-19 has resulted in a mass of academic papers being published on the novel coronavirus. The speed at which the information has been published has meant much of it hasn't been peer-re...
This is the reason why the spread of Coronavirus is so rapid
More than 1 in 10 infections of coronavirus come from people who had the virus but did not yet feel sick.
Has Italy's coronavirus outbreak finally peaked?
The worst of the outbreak seems to be over in Italy, as the number of new cases and deaths from COVID-19 continue to fall.
Think you’re too young to be hospitalized by coronavirus? This chart shows why you’re wrong
Many young adults are under the impression COVID-19 won’t affect them. A new report from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention proves that people of all ages are being hospita...
Symptom free? You could still be seeding new coronavirus outbreaks
People who have contracted coronavirus without suffering any symptoms may be unwittingly causing up to two thirds of all new outbreaks, according to scientists.
'Stay at home' UK tells people as global confirmed cases pass 380,000 - Today's coronavirus updates
The UK imposes new restrictions on everyday life as economists push for aggressive moves to slow COVID-19's economic impact.
A virology expert answers key questions on COVID-19
Belgian virologist Guido Vanham explains COVID-19's origins, its behaviour and its future.
COVID-19 pandemic shows we must reduce our blind spots to risk
The risk of a global pandemic has risen in recent years, but the perception of that risk has not matched reality.
It's time to play offense - Monday's COVID-19 WHO briefing
Measures such as physical distancing have been powerful, but they are only defensive measures said WHO officials in a briefing that stressed the need for aggressive, comprehensive efforts.
How are companies responding to the coronavirus crisis?
The dramatic spread of COVID-19 has disrupted lives, livelihoods, communities and businesses worldwide. Here's how some are fighting back.
People with mild or no symptoms could be spreading COVID-19
Covert cases could represent around 60% of infections, suggesting total lockdown is needed to control the disease.
‘Act fast and do whatever it takes’ to fight the COVID-19 crisis, say leading economists
Leading economists from around the world are calling on governments to act quickly and do whatever it takes to mitigate the health and economic shock.