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. Yuki Noguchi
How Much Would Coronavirus Vaccine Cost? Governments and drug companies agree there is an urgency to develop a vaccine for COVID-19. But their motives for developing it are different — and it might hugely affect the vaccine's price. Cardiff Garcia
Planning To Celebrate The 4th? What To Know About The Risks Of Parties And Bars Alcohol makes people lose inhibitions. And maybe take off their masks, and get up close and personal. Here's why you may want to reconsider going out this weekend. Or how to stay safe if you do. Will Stone
States Are Forced To Face Surge In New Coronavirus Cases NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Richard Montgomery, a mayor in California, Dr. Ali Khan of the University of Nebraska Medical Center and Chicago epidemiologist Dr. Emily Landon about the rise in cases.
Drill Down To County Level And The U.S. COVID-19 Outbreak Looks Even Worse Local data reveal a deeper picture of where the current hot spots are in the United States — and where new ones could surface. Nurith Aizenman
Reflection On A 4th That Seems Far from Glorious We do need a holiday just now. And not just a moment of leisure but an occasion for unity, healing and hope. Ron Elving
3 Generations Of Pharmacists Reflect On The Coronavirus Pandemic Despite her dedication to her work, a pharmacist is following the advice of her daughter and granddaughter — who are also pharmacists — to stop working during the coronavirus pandemic. Emma Bowman
U.S. Surpasses Global Record For New COVID-19 Cases Recorded In A Day The U.S. reported more than 55,000 new COVID-19 cases on Thursday — reaching a daily global record for the coronavirus pandemic. The previous record was set last month by Brazil. Doreen McCallister
No Federal Mandates For Masks On Planes Or Empty Middle Seats As some airlines try to sell every seat on every flight, the Trump administration urges them to leave some seats empty and wants passengers to wear masks, but neither will be required. David Schaper
In Arizona, Nearly 1 In 4 Coronavirus Tests Now Comes Back Positive The percentage of positive tests in Arizona is more than three times higher than the national average, and hospital capacity has become a concern. Will Stone