April 22, 2020 | 4:47pm Researchers have pinpointed the specific cells targeted by the coronavirus — a development they hope could be helpful in the search for a cure, MIT announced Wednesday. The team of scientists used an existing data set on the RNA found in different types of cells to locate those with two…

Get all the latest news on coronavirus and more delivered daily to your inbox. Sign up here.Two pet cats in New York state tested positive for coronavirus, federal officials confirmed on Wednesday.The cats had mild respiratory illnesses and are expected to recover. Authorities believe they contracted the virus from people in their households or local neighborhoods.These…

The results of a highly anticipated study on an experimental coronavirus treatment for the sickest patients are expected any day.Physicians leading the clinical trial for the drug, called remdesivir, say the fast-moving pandemic has compelled them to work with haste, all without compromising the scientific rigor necessary to prove whether the drug really works.Full coverage…

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Emergency rooms measure the oxygen levels of COVID-19 patients with a device called a pulse oximeter. The tool is available over the counter as well.Low oxygen levels may indicate that a coronavirus patient has pneumonia — and requires immediate medical attention — even before they feel a shortness of breath.Normal oxygen levels could signal to…