Coronavirus FAQs: What's 'Flattening The Curve'? Should I Travel?
Should you take that trip? How long does the virus last on surfaces? And what does it mean to "flatten the curve?"
This is part of a new series looking at pressing coronavirus questions of the week. We'd like to hear what you're curious about. Email us at goatsandsoda@npr.org with the subject line: "Weekly Coronavirus Questions."
The global spread of COVID-19 cases continues, with cases now in at least 115 countries. Authorities in the U.S. and other countries are banning large gatherings, encouraging social distancing, and urging frequent hand washing.
The virus is quickly reshaping lives, economies and health care systems, and new questions keep arising.
Each week, we'll answer some of the pressing questions are on people's minds about
