Aerosols, Droplets, Fomites: What We Know About Transmission Of COVID-19
A letter from over 200 scientists to the World Health Organization asks for further investigation into how the virus spreads.
Environment & Public Health
Waste, sustainability, climate change and environmental justice. WBEZ covers our surroundings and the way we coexist with them.
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Hundreds Of Scientists Call Attention To Possible Airborne Transmission Of COVID-19
In an open letter to W.H.O, 239 experts urged the organization to give more credit to the growing evidence that the virus may be airborne.
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As Movie Theaters Reopen, Are The Restrictions Worth The Outing?
Chicago area movie theaters are starting to reopen after being shut down for months. So, what’s the experience like for movie-goers?
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U.N. Predicts Rise In Diseases That Jump From Animals To Humans Due To Habitat Loss
Zoonotic pathogens, which include not only COVID-19, but HIV/AIDS and Ebola, have increasingly emerged due to stresses humans have placed on animal habitats, according to a new United Nations report.
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The Dentist Will See You Now. But Should You Go?
Dentists spend their careers eye to eye with infectious patients, their hands inside gaping mouths, and have a vested interest in making sure everyone stays safe. Here's how they do it.
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Chicago Orders Travelers From 15 States To Quarantine
The Chicago Department of Public Health issued an emergency travel order in response to recent surges in COVID-19 cases.
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Pooling Coronavirus Tests Can Spare Scarce Supplies, But There’s A Catch
Instead of running a test on every specimen, a lab can combine multiple samples. If the batch is negative, then everyone is in the clear.
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U.S. COVID-19 Deaths Near 130,000; Florida And Texas Report Record Case Numbers
"If we don't get our hands around this virus quickly, in about two weeks our hospital system could be in serious, serious trouble."
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Why Some Young People Fear Social Isolation More Than COVID-19
It's not that young adults aren't worried about the pandemic, psychologists say, but they are at far greater risk of dying by suicide. Finding ways beyond screens to foster social bonds is crucial.
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How To Avoid Plastic Grocery Bags During Illinois’ Reusable Bag Ban
Confused by Illinois’ reusable bag ban? You’re not alone. Here’s what it means and how different stores are enforcing it.
