COVID-19 News Stories

A screenshot of video from the WGN TV interview, showing the two news anchors at the WGN News desk.

WGN News: Professor explains social distancing

Dr. Ron Hershow, professor of epidemiology, appeared on WGN's Morning News explaining the importance of social distancing in the absence of widespread testing for COVID-19.

A medical professional administers a COVID-19 nasal swab test.

Illinois COVID-19 Testing Needs

Examining the estimated number of COVID-19 cases in Chicago, researchers determined 21,000 tests are needed daily in the state to keep up with the caseload.

The skyline of Lower Manhattan at dusk.

Investigating New York's 'Breathtaking' Outbreak

SPH's Dr. Mark Dworkin was featured in an Associated Press article on the speed and depth of the COVID-19 outbreak in New York City and the challenges for government leaders.

A chart showing estimated versus diagnosed cases of COVID-19 in Chicago.

Estimating Undetected COVID-19 Cases in Chicago

SPH researchers Sage Kim and Jiehuan Sun use biostatistical modeling to estimate how widespread COVID-19 is in Chicago.