6 Questions About Masks, Answered
We're all supposed to wear cloth masks out in public now, per the CDC.
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Deborah Lynn Blumberg
Deborah Lynn Blumberg is a Houston-based freelance writer specializing in health and wellness and business and finance. Previously a reporter for Dow Jones/The Wall Street Journal, she's also written for publications including Barron’s, The Christian Science Monitor and Newsday.
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Why We Need Antibody Testing to Fight the Coronavirus
A Q&A with Dr. Cheng Ruan, an internist whose office is among the first in the US to offer coronavirus blood tests.
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Telehealth Is Going to Be Part of Our Lives Now
Ready to FaceTime with doctors? Here's a primer on virtual patient-ing.
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13 Must-Know Coronavirus Terms
From 'airborne' to 'zoonotic,' these key coronavirus words should be in your vocabulary.
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How to Put Together Your Family Medical History
What sort of health info are doctors looking for? How deep into your family tree should you go?
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How to Read Your Medical Bill
A guide to help you decipher billing codes, spot errors and generally dread medical bills a little bit less.
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A Guide to Getting Test Results From Your Doctor
Some doctors prefer to share test results in person. Others call or email instead. Do patients have a choice in the matter?
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