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“The whole idea that it’s a risky place to be…around the world, we just aren’t seeing those numbers anywhere."

Only 46% can trace the source of their infection—usually a family member or a coworker.

People with cancer, heart disease and diabetes are at increased risk for serious illness from COVID-19.

Crowded households and lack of insurance contribute to a greater risk of coronavirus cases and deaths in predominantly Black counties.

Experts are calling on the CDC to release data on how COVID-19 impacts patients by race.

A study of 16 patients suggests the virus that causes COVID-19 can live inside the body for up to eight days after symptoms end.

Alabama state pandemic guidance advises denying ventilators for use by people with metastatic cancer, AIDS and end-stage liver disease.

Experts say treatment decisions should depend on the individual and factors such as cancer stage.

U.S. state health departments are providing information about COVID-19, the disease caused by the new coronavirus.

As more cases arise, the CDC reminds the general public that immediate risk is still low.

New research is emerging about how the respiratory virus spreads and how people can protect themselves and others.

In 2013, three germs made the list of urgent threats to human health. Two more were added this year, according to a new report.

Diagnostic errors are associated with missed strokes, lung cancers and blood infections that can lead to death or serious disability.

Health officials probe 87 possible cases of a paralyzing condition that mostly strikes kids.