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Authorities misinterpreting COVID-19 trial data with ‘disastrous’ results, Canadian researchers say

Article content continued The episode was typical of what has become a serious problem in the COVID-19 pandemic: misinterpretation of trial data, with “disastrous” results for other studies, Mills and colleagues argue in a recent medical journal commentary. Influenced by media accounts, scientific oversight boards often don’t recognize there are distinct phases to COVID-19 sickness,… Read More: Authorities misinterpreting COVID-19 trial data with ‘disastrous’ results, Canadian researchers… »

Test results lag as cities and states face crucial decisions on whether to reimpose restrictions

Right now, tests are being done in much larger numbers — a positive development — but this increase is also slowing down results. Adm. Brett Giroir, assistant secretary for health at the US Department of Health and Human Services, said Thursday that health officials want to reduce wait times for results. “Even in the large… Read More: Test results lag as cities and states face crucial decisions… »