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Society In The Time Of Plague
We will overcome, but how long will it take? A leading sociologist and physician explains why we are only at the “end of the beginning” of our struggle with the coronavirus. -
On The Verge of Delivering A One-Shot Vaccine, Researcher Worries About A Changing Virus
The lead researcher on the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine candidate is concerned about new virus strains and their potential threat to the efficacy of current vaccines. -
Gov. Baker Expands Vaccine Rollout In Massachusetts, Blames Federal Government For Slowing Down The Process
Baker has updated his rollout plan and plans to open more vaccination sites even though supplies have been delayed. -
2021 Will Be 'A Race Between Vaccination And This New Variant,' Says Northeastern Professor
Political science and computer science Professor David Lazer says he believes we're in for a tough winter, but that "spring will be a lot brighter." -
Incoming CDC Director Rochelle Walensky's Colleagues Say She Will 'Bring Science And Understanding' To The Agency
Public health experts say Walensky will seek to address the systemic issues that lead to inequities in health, and steer the CDC toward again being the agency relied on by doctors and the general public alike. -
Broken New Year's Resolutions Already? It's OK to Give Yourself A Break
It's mid-January, and maybe you've resolved to lose 20 pounds this year, exercise every day, or quit drinking. And — so far — you have failed. So you give… -
Not Just For Kids: A Familiar Toy Offers Seniors Comfort During Pandemic Isolation
There’s little research on the effect of stuffed animals, but there is anecdotal evidence they offer comfort to isolated seniors. -
What Drove The Drop In Kids' Asthma ER Visits At A Boston Hospital During Lockdown?
Boston Children's Hospital saw a precipitous drop in cases during the spring shutdown, and the trend continues. Researchers are asking why — and what it would take to keep up the change post-pandemic. -
'I Can't Wait To Get My Second Dose': Brigham And Women's Doctor Shares His Experience Getting The Coronavirus Vaccine
Dr. Jeremy Faust says he and his colleagues are running a "super marathon" as COVID-19 cases continue to soar. -
Rich Countries Have 'Bought Up' COVID-19 Vaccine Supply, Art Caplan Says
How long will the global population have to wait until everyone can access a vaccine?
