Infectious disease expert Dr. Anthony Fauci says a Covid-19 antibody test is coming ‘in a week or so.’ CNN’s Dr. Sanjay Gupta explains what the science behind that testing could mean.
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Why the peak is coming after weeks of social distancing
Dr. Anthony Fauci explains why even after weeks of stay-at-home orders and social distancing, the peak of coronavirus in the US is still yet to come.
How you can still celebrate Easter this week
From virtual choirs to online Easter egg hunts, worshipers are getting creative this holiday weekend.
Patient: Yale doctors removed wrong body part
A patient has filed a lawsuit against Yale New Haven Hospital for allegedly removing part of the wrong rib during surgery and then trying to cover up the mistake. CNN affiliate WTIC reports.
‘Dancing doctor’ faces malpractice lawsuits
At least seven lawsuits have been filed against a surgeon in Georgia who shared videos of herself dancing on YouTube during surgery while patients are in view and under anesthesia. The suits claim she is unqualified and her behavior resulted in poor outcomes including brain damage.
Lawsuits allege dancing doctor was negligent
Attorney Susan Witt says nearly 100 women have suffered under the knife of a surgeon in Georgia who shared videos of herself dancing on YouTube during surgery while patients are under anesthesia. CNN’s Kaylee Hartung reports.
Meet the first Gerber Baby with Down syndrome
Lucas Warren, who won the Gerber Photo Search 2017, is the first Gerber Baby with Down syndrome.
Student survives gunshot to the head
Rome Shubert, a 16-year-old student, describes being shot in the head during the school shooting in Santa Fe, Texas.
Why is health care in the US so expensive?
As Congress debates a new health care bill, Dr. Sanjay Gupta asks: Why is health care in the United States so expensive in the first place?
Not just Hollywood: Survivors share their stories
Millions of people have taken to social media to talk about sexual harassment and assault. CNN asked a few survivors to share their stories.
Opioid addict: I know I’m going to die
CNN’s Gary Tuchman speaks to drug addicts struggling on the streets of Boston about the opioid crisis engulfing the nation.
Abortion laws around the globe
Abortion laws vary dramatically around the world — in some countries it’s a personal choice, in others it’s outright illegal, while for many more countries abortions are accepted only in certain situations.
Lady Gaga hospitalized, cancels concert
Lady Gaga, whose Netflix documentary is raising awareness of the chronic illness she suffers from, has been hospitalized due to her fibromyalgia.
Is sitting the new smoking?
Sitting can be dangerous to your health. Dr. Sanjay Gupta tell us how moving more could help us live to 100.
Floodwater from Harvey loaded with E. coli
CNN’s Elizabeth Cohen reveals the results of the tests conducted on the floodwaters of Hurricane Harvey.
How to break bad habits — and form new ones
How long does it take for a new habit to stick? Dr. Sanjay Gupta shows the stages your brain has to go through to keep that New Year’s resolution.
Why whiskey tastes better with a little water
If anyone has suggested adding a little water to your whiskey, you may want to give it a try. A new study explains why that flavor enhancement works.
Elderly man found dead in elevator after he called for help and no one came
Isaak Komisarchik, 82, was last seen alive on July 5.
How dangerous is Fentanyl?
Dr. Sanjay Gupta explains how the powerful prescription painkiller Fentanyl is being misused and how that can be lethal.
Charlie Gard’s doctor saved his son’s life
An American father is speaking out about his child’s experience with an experimental treatment that Charlie Gard’s parents are fighting for their baby to access.