Expert says falling COVID rates, rising vaccinations, timing may hamper spread
The Coronavirus Update
Various innovations, rise of women leaders, greater collaboration between scientists, clinicians, to name few
New study shows differences between patients who survived severe COVID-19 and patients who died from it
Medical, political analysts ponder Trump’s coronavirus battle, and what it means for the president and the nation
Mass. General study shows the benefits of inhaled nitric oxide therapy for pregnant patients with severe and critical COVID-19
Researchers across Harvard's Schools and affiliates settle into masked, distanced, rigidly scheduled shifts, and resume the important work they love
Harvard releases statement from 300 admissions deans about what they expect from applicants during pandemic
Infectious disease expert, taking cues from TB fight, says it’s possible and UV light may be a weapon
Losses threaten practice viability, reducing an already insufficient number of primary care providers in the U.S.
Block and Sachs point to flaws in the social safety net, an indifferent OSHA, and a system that favors employers over employees
Multicenter collaboration aims to rapidly identify FDA-approved drugs that can prevent or treat COVID-19 infections
Staffs using the time to update and build out databases for use by researchers now and in the future
Current plans include circulating print collections from single location, resuming Scan & Deliver service
MGH, King’s College London researchers use crowdsourced data from app to monitor symptoms in 2.6 million, study how the disease spreads
Tips on how to navigate the rough straits while spending much more time than usual at home with partners
Kennedy School’s Carmen Reinhart, just named chief economist at the World Bank, says the COVID-born financial crisis will last until the health crisis is solved
Vice Provost Rick McCullough discusses the decision to shut down labs and outlines the plans to ensure a safe return to normal operations when the time comes
Pardis Sabeti is in great demand, and her work seems prescient. She might say that’s only because we haven’t been paying attention
Ubiquity of social media has made it easier to spread or even create COVID-19 falsehoods, making the work of public health officials harder
Snapshots of the widespread Harvard community: A Zoom wedding; reunion in St. Croix; challenges of teaching ASL online; and a taste of Cuba
Third-year resident Anita Chary describes the personal and professional trials brought by the pandemic
Across a range of disciplines, from medicine to history, biology to business, the crisis has become a living part of the curriculum
Shutdown may be threatening millions of businesses, but reopening is fraught with challenges of its own
Experts from Kenya and South Africa discuss the poverty, inequities, social factors, and shortage of medical personnel that hamper treatment efforts
Director William ‘Ned’ Friedman explains why the public health benefits outweigh the coronavirus risks
At virtual seminar with municipal leaders, stresses that clear communication is vital during pandemic
Paul Reville says COVID-19 school closures have turned a spotlight on inequities and other shortcomings
Working in real time, Harvard researchers are surveying correctional facilities to find out how they are being affected by the pandemic
As need for equipment mushrooms during pandemic, new Harvard and EdX online course rushes in to help fill knowledge gap
How the information technology staff moved classes and operations online on a tight, coronavirus-threatened deadline
One College student adjusts to life on a deserted campus and another to being unexpectedly home a continent away
Citing spread on ships and health care facilities, professor suggests moving some nursing home residents out and increasing surveillance
Harvard students, alumni, faculty, and staff from the nationwide ‘To Serve Better’ project reflect on how coronavirus is affecting their communities
As health care workers resort to mask reuse, a coalition of professionals compares risks, benefits of major decontamination methods
Harvard professors call for reducing populations, warning of rapid spread amid crowded conditions and large numbers of older inmates with chronic conditions
Though they vary in their missions, they report few serious problems and some pleasant surprises in the move to online learning
How the institute converted a clinical processing lab into a large-scale COVID-19 testing facility in a matter of days
Chan School coronavirus analysis finds strategy would prevent overwhelming hospitals while building immunity
As University facilities have shut down, faculty and staff gathered gear to pass along amid a nationwide shortage
Chan School’s Lipsitch outlines ways to forge through the COVID-19 pandemic, and maybe get some people back to work
Harvard’s Waldo says the public flight to remote work will stress-test the internet — and some parts will need repair
Harvard Chan School of Public Health will launch a series of weekly interactive forums to discuss issues and options
Business School’s Shih sees ‘tough slog’ ahead for workers, small businesses, and various industries
Campus Services VP Meredith Weenick on Harvard’s work to prevent the spread of disease and help students move out on a tight timeline
Information aims to give students, professors, and staff a hand with moving, remote learning, meetings, travel, financial aid, and other issues
Executive Vice President Katie Lapp discusses preparations to ensure safety, health, and productivity of community
Chan School, Medical School officials say slow rollout of tests hampers ability to assess spread and severity of disease
Groups will share $115M to search for better diagnosis, treatment; Medical School to serve as U.S. research hub
Business School's Shih expects disruptions for nations trading with China and for manufacturers dependent on it for components for electronics, consumer products, and pharmaceuticals