Longini's suggestion that US deaths could peak in less than a month will have two possible impacts.
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John Smulian, chair of the UF College of Medicine’s department of obstetrics and gynecology, provides important information on what is known about the novel coronavirus and pregnancy.
Lisa Merlo Greene, director of wellness programs at the University of Florida College of Medicine, offers tools to maintain wellness during a time of uncertainty.
“By the time someone arrives at the hospital and is severely ill, you can assume they were infected two to three weeks ago,” said Natalie Dean, a biostatistician at the University of Florida.
“Here in Florida we have the largest number of people in any state over 70, so that’s of particular concern for us,” Lednicky said.
UF epidemiologists say younger populations are at risk of contracting COVID-19, especially young people with underlying conditions.
"The only safe way we will be able to get herd immunity against this virus is a vaccine," said UF's Natalie Dean
80 percent of respondents indicated they would get a vaccine for COVID-19 if it were available
The current crisis highlights the critical need for the federal government to approve and begin manufacturing oxygen therapeutics, said Bruce Spiess.
UF experts discuss how to engage with older friends and family members during the coronavirus crisis while still adhering to social distancing recommendations.
The number of American travelers who said domestic air travel should be avoided increased from 32% to 43% in three weeks, according to a new survey.
Experts at the University of Florida’s Center for OCD, Anxiety & Related Disorders discuss how to know if you or a loved one are experiencing unhealthy levels of anxiety and offer tips to manage it.