The Coronavirus: It’s Not Too Late to Go on Offense

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It’s April 26, 2020.

Here’s what you need to know about the coronavirus today.

At Apple News, we’re committed to bringing you the best stories from the world’s most trusted sources. That’s more important now than ever. If you’re looking for more accurate, fact-based news and information about the pandemic, please go to our always-updating COVID-19 hub.

The Science

It’s Not Too Late to Go on Offense Against the Coronavirus

But lockdowns aren’t enough. Here’s how we can defeat it once and for all. The New Yorker

Latest News

The World Health Organization warned there’s no evidence yet that recovered COVID-19 patients can’t be infected again. The statement came after Chile announced it would begin issuing passport-like immunity cards, granting travelers the ability to clear security at airports. NPR

Young and middle-aged people, barely sick with COVID-19, are dying from strokes. The data challenges how doctors understand the virus. Once thought to primarily attack the lungs, it has proven to be a much more formidable foe. The Washington Post

Potbelly and Ruth’s Chris Steak House, two publicly traded restaurant chains, are returning the millions they received in federal small-business loans. The decisions came amid outcry after funds for the relief program temporarily ran out, leaving many independent companies struggling to find help. BuzzFeed News

Life at Home

Don’t Hoard! Here’s How Much Food You Actually Need.

This calculator shows you how much of each staple to buy. Reuters

Big Questions

Why does the coronavirus disproportionally kill men? GQ

What happens if the flu and coronavirus hit at the same time this fall? The Atlantic

What should you do about your summer travel plans? The Washington Post

Your Health

Is the Virus on Your Clothes? Your Shoes? Your Hair?

Experts weigh in on where the coronavirus lurks (and doesn’t). You’ll feel better after reading this. The New York Times

Around the World

Why New Zealand’s prime minister may be the most effective leader on the planet. The Atlantic

This Japanese island lifted its stay-at-home restrictions too soon — and became a warning to the world. TIME

Europe’s economy was hit hard, but jobs didn’t disappear like in the U.S. Here’s why. NPR

Fast Facts

How to Spot Coronavirus Misinformation, No Matter the Source

Rumors thrive during uneasy times like these. Here’s help for navigating the “information pandemic.” Apple News Spotlight

Resources

What to do if you think you have COVID-19. CDC.GOV

Where to find your state health department’s guidance. LIVESCIENCE.COM

The State Department’s updating list of travel advisories. STATE.GOV

What the data tells us about the virus’s spread. OURWORLDINDATA.ORG

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