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A medic with the Massachusetts National Guard takes a nasal swab that will be used to test for COVID-19 with a resident of a nursing home in Littleton, Mass.

Where Does Coronavirus Medical Trash Go?

Dr. Peter Orris told the Charleston Post and Courier hospital systems are well-equipped to handle the technical challenges of COVID-19-related waste disposal.

Todd Stankewicz headshot.

Alumnus Serves on Front Lines of COVID-19 Response

Alumnus Todd Stankewicz led the logistical response at Travis Air Force Base as Americans returned from Wuhan, China and later aided in the set-up of McCormick Place.

An N95 mask.

Ethylene Oxide as Disinfection During COVID-19

Dr. Peter Orris analyzed the effects of ethylene oxide emissions for Politico as the gas is used to disinfect masks and recommended the use of hydrogen peroxide vapor as an alternative.

A map of Illinois showing the volume of COVID-19 cases by county.

Analyzing Illinois COVID-19 Cases and Fatalities

Dr. Mark Dworkin told the Daily Herald the varied availability of testing is driving discrepancies in positive tests and presumed fatality rates, both in Illinois and with other states.

Dr. Ron Hershow headshot.

Infection Control in Nursing Homes

Dr. Ron Hershow was interviewed by NBC 5 Chicago on infection control violations in Illinois nursing homes and how these citations can impact the spread of COVID-19.

A map of Illinois, broken into five regions for reopening as part of the Restore Illinois plan.

Infection Levels and Plans for Reopening

SPH's Dr. Mark Dworkin offered insights in the Daily Herald on the Restore Illinois plan for loosening shelter-in-place restrictions, calling for key public health practices.