Allison Aubrey appears in the following:
How Long Does It Take To Recover From COVID-19?
Monday, April 13, 2020
If you have COVID-19 or suspect you do, here's what doctors say about what to expect and when you can stop isolating.
Who Is Most Vulnerable To COVID-19? And Other Questions Answered
Monday, April 13, 2020
Obesity, hypertension and diabetes are linked to more serious cases of COVID-19. Discriminatory policies have meant that African-Americans and Latinos suffer from those conditions at higher rates.
CDC Hospital Data Point To Racial Disparity In COVID-19 Cases
Wednesday, April 08, 2020
In a study of the early coronavirus epidemic in the U.S., a third of people who were hospitalized were African American. Top risk factors were high blood pressure and obesity.
Coronavirus Survivors Have Questions About What Recovery Means
Monday, April 06, 2020
Hundreds of thousands of people are recovering from coronavirus. They have many questions about what recovery is like and what to expect — such as: Do I now have full immunity against the virus?
CDC Changes Course, Says Everyone Should Cover Their Face In Public
Saturday, April 04, 2020
U.S. officials say high-quality masks should still be saved for health care workers, but are encouraging people to use something to cover their mouth and nose when they're out in public.
Coronavirus FAQs: Is A Homemade Mask Effective? And What's The Best Way To Wear One?
Friday, April 03, 2020
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is now recommending cloth face coverings for the general public. If you have questions, we have answers.
CDC Now Recommends Americans Consider Wearing Cloth Face Coverings In Public
Friday, April 03, 2020
The president emphasized wearing a mask in public is voluntary, and that medical-grade masks are not necessary.
U.S. Government Discussing New Guidance On Wearing Face Masks In Public
Wednesday, April 01, 2020
In the U.S., existing guidance counsels against wearing face masks in public, but consensus is changing among public health officials. The CDC has been hinting that new guidance may be coming soon.
Who's Sickest From COVID-19? These Conditions Tied To Increased Risk
Tuesday, March 31, 2020
A Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report finds that 78% of COVID-19 patients in the U.S. requiring admission to the intensive care unit had at least one underlying condition.
Should We All Be Wearing Masks In Public? Health Experts Revisit The Question
Tuesday, March 31, 2020
There are rumblings that U.S. health officials may start encouraging Americans to wear face masks to cut down on asymptomatic spread. But with continued shortages, it's not clear how we'd do that.
Despite Trump's Claims, U.S. Falls Behind In Coronavirus Testing
Monday, March 30, 2020
President Trump said guidelines urging social distancing to slow the spread of the coronavirus will remain in place for at least another month. He also stated testing is ramping up, but is it?
The Timeline Of Lifting Social Distancing Depends On Ramping Up Testing
Friday, March 27, 2020
Public health experts say we do not have enough data yet to determine when social distancing recommendations can be lifted. Many say the President's Easter timeline is not based on science.
Is Loss Of Smell And Taste A Symptom Of COVID-19? Doctors Want To Find Out
Thursday, March 26, 2020
They have seen patients who presented with these symptoms — then tested positive for the novel coronavirus. Now they're gathering data to see if they can prove that there is indeed a connection.
Automaker Retools With Health Supply Companies To Make Masks, Ventilators
Tuesday, March 24, 2020
Ford, 3M and GE Healthcare join forces to ramp up production of personal protection equipment and ventilators,
Health Care Workers Face Shortage Of Protective Gear
Tuesday, March 24, 2020
How severe is the shortage of protective gear facing health care workers, and what is being done to address it? There are continued reports of a lack of basic equipment — most notably masks.
We Answer Your Coronavirus Questions
Monday, March 23, 2020
The COVID-19 numbers continue to soar and questions keep mounting. Who's getting sick, who's most vulnerable and when will life go back to normal? We'll answer those and other coronavirus questions.
Coronavirus Hits Older People Hardest. But Millennials, Gen Xers Can Be Vulnerable
Thursday, March 19, 2020
An analysis of preliminary data from the CDC shows that the risk of serious disease and death from COVID-19 is higher in older age groups in the U.S. But they aren't the only groups at risk.
How Long Can Coronavirus Survive On Hard Surfaces?
Wednesday, March 18, 2020
The new coronavirus can survive on hard surfaces such as plastic and stainless steel for up to 72 hours and on cardboard for up to 24 hours. To prevent transmission, keep surfaces clean.
How To Do Social Distancing Correctly, And Other Listener Questions Answered
Tuesday, March 17, 2020
Here are answers to some basic questions about coronavirus — including just what social distancing means for friends, family and children.
It's Time To Get Serious About Social Distancing. Here's How
Tuesday, March 17, 2020
We're all trying to do the right thing. But how does this work exactly? Can we visit Grandma? Have a play date? Have friends for dinner? We check in with experts for answers.