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Workers use a tape measure mark spaces six feet apart for people to wait in line safely as they convert the outdoor plaza in front of Zaytinya, one of Chef José Andres' restaurants in Washington, D.C. Efforts to contain the coronavirus are affecting blood donor drives and supplies.

Social Distancing Leads To Blood Shortage

Coronavirus concerns and social distancing guidelines have prompted organizers to cancel thousands of blood drives around the country. Now officials warn there's a shortage for hospitals.

A couple wear face masks as they visit Buckingham Palace in London on Saturday. After criticism for responding slowly, the United Kingdom has urged the public to avoid unnecessary contact.

U.K. Steps Up Coronavirus Prevention, But Its Hospitals Have Already Been Strained

The virus pandemic comes at a vulnerable time for the Britain's overburdened public health care system.

Bad Bunny performs onstage during Calibash 2018 in Los Angeles, California.

The Classist History Behind Bad Bunny's 'Bichiyal'

When Bad Bunny released YHLQMDLG,he coined a new term: "bichiyal." It fuses two Puerto Rican slang words—"bicha" and "yal"—and illustrates reggaeton's complicated relationship with class and women.

Washing your hands often — and with proper technique — is critical in preventing the spread of communicable diseases and viruses such as COVID-19.

Hand-Washing Can Protect You From Coronavirus. But You Need To Do It Right

It sounds so easy: Wash your hands and you can get rid of pathogens. But it does require a bit of forethought.

<p>In this March 6, 2020, photo, tissues, gloves, and masks greet visitors at the South Shore Rehabilitation and Skilled Care Center, in Rockland, Mass. The new coronavirus is posing a special challenge for nursing homes and other facilities that provide care for the elderly. Staff members are trying to strike a balance between protecting a particularly vulnerable population from illness and allowing their loved ones to visit.</p>

Gov. Kate Brown Restricts Visitors At All Nursing and Residential Care Facilities

Gov. Kate Brown announced on Tuesday she is restricting visitors at all nursing and residential care facilities, adult foster homes and group homes for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in her latest efforts to stem the spread of coronavirus.

Lyft and Uber's carpooling services let passengers share rides for cheaper fares.

Uber, Lyft Halt Shared Carpool Service In U.S. And Canada

The San Francisco-based transportation firms say they are acting in line with public health efforts to slow the spread of the coronavirus. Both are still operating their regular ride-hailing services.

JPR Live Session: Escondido

Escondido is Nashville, TN based artists Jessica Maros and Tyler James. Recorded live in a single day, their 10-song debut album was released Feb. 26,…

MedStar Washington Hospital Center's "ready room" in Washington, D.C., has mostly been used to house emergency supplies — but some storage carts have been moved out to make way for patient assessment stations.

Are U.S. Hospitals Ready?

Here's what it will take for medical facilities across the nation to handle the coming surge of COVID-19 patients.

Prosecutors have dropped the case associated with Russian businessman Yevgeny Prigozhin, who was a key figure in the campaign of interference that targeted the U.S. election in 2016.

Citing Security, Feds Drop Case Against Russians Linked To Election Interference

The Justice Department said the Russian companies in a case from the Mueller investigation were exploiting the U.S. legal system without being bound by it.

Ballet dancers in Shanghai rehearse while wearing masks on March 2. A virus first identified in December has altered daily life and public spaces around the globe.

PHOTOS: Public Life Is Surreal In A Pandemic

A virus first identified in December has altered daily life and public spaces around the globe. These images capture scenes from this unnerving era.

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