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As a surgeon, I had anticipated seeing Covid-19 through the eyes of a medical professional. But being a patient was a different matter. View original article Contributor:

The F.D.A. warned the drugs can cause dangerous abnormalities in heart rhythm. The maker of Lysol and other disinfectants issued a warning against improper use of its products after President Trump touted their power to kill the virus. View original article Contributor:

The $484 billion relief package aims to prop up small businesses but has no money for state governments. Tantalizing new clues are changing the understanding of the depth of the virus’s spread across the U.S. View original article Contributor:

Being thoughtful about our use of screens can help us emerge from this crisis empowered and in control, and with more self-awareness. View original article Contributor:

Sobering statistics for older patients sharpen the need to draw up advanced directives for treatment and share them with their families. View original article Contributor:

Test your knowledge of this week’s health news View original article Contributor:

At the White House briefing, the president touted an experiment from his administration and promoted more unproven treatments. View original article Contributor:

China reported no new coronavirus deaths for at least the seventh straight day. A lockdown in the Philippine capital has been extended to mid-May. View original article Contributor:

A study of four cities suggested that those living in close quarters in shelters can spread the virus at high rates even when asymptomatic. View original article Contributor:

Only 6 percent of patients at one New York area health system had no chronic conditions. Hypertension, obesity and diabetes were common. View original article Contributor: