The CDC says transmission through surfaces is less of a threat, as SARS-CoV-2 is primarily spread from person to person via respiratory droplets. New guidelines from the CDC outline a three-phased approach...

If we do see a drop in infection rates over the summer, history suggests the pandemic may surge again later on in the year. Early studies have found that people who contract the new coronavirus begin...

Currently, there’s no scientific evidence that establishes living with HIV as an increased risk factor for COVID-19. Some HIV medications are being used in clinical trials to see whether they can...

Early research indicates that a common test for COVID-19 may produce “false negatives” up to 30 percent of the time. Experts say the inaccuracies are probably caused by the collection of samples,...

Members of the Army, Air Force, and Navy tell Healthline they are fearful of developing COVID-19 on ships and military bases. They say the Pentagon is not doing enough to protect them from the virus in...

Most dentist offices are closed for routine procedures during the COVID-19 outbreak. Dentists are urging people to brush twice a day and floss once a day to take care of their teeth. They say keeping...

Research is limited but experts don’t see evidence that the disease can be passed in utero. Newborns may face risks if they contract the disease after being born. Experts are still learning the...