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Kelsey Piper

Kelsey Piper

Contributing editor

    Latest articles by Kelsey Piper

    The devastating consequences of coronavirus lockdowns in poor countries
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    A one-size-fits-all approach to fighting the virus could lead to even more suffering in the developing world.

    By Kelsey Piper
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    Data shows social distancing has slowed down the coronavirus outbreak. But what’s next?Data shows social distancing has slowed down the coronavirus outbreak. But what’s next?
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    We’re flattening the curve. Can we crush it?

    By Kelsey Piper
    Predictions are hard, especially about the coronavirus
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    Expert surveys and online prediction projects have limitations — but we need them badly.

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    7 case studies that show how coronavirus spreads before you know you’re sick7 case studies that show how coronavirus spreads before you know you’re sick
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    A new study from Singapore shows how presymptomatic spread of coronavirus works.

    By Kelsey Piper
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    We don’t know yet if lockdowns are working. But the US could see results as early as this week.We don’t know yet if lockdowns are working. But the US could see results as early as this week.
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    Why the coronavirus lag time makes it hard to figure out whether social distancing measures are working.

    By Kelsey Piper
    The US now has more confirmed coronavirus cases than anywhere else in the world
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    Here’s how the US got here — and what to do next.

    By Kelsey Piper
    Why we’re not overreacting to the coronavirus, in one chart
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    Italy tried to stem its outbreak, belatedly. We’re on a similar course.

    By Christina Animashaun and Kelsey Piper
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    This charity is giving cash directly to Americans suffering during the coronavirus crisisThis charity is giving cash directly to Americans suffering during the coronavirus crisis
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    GiveDirectly gives people money. Now it’s doing it for the coronavirus.

    By Kelsey Piper
    I live in the first US city ordered to “shelter in place.” Here’s what it’s like.
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    The Bay Area has shut down. Can it buy us the time we need?

    By Kelsey Piper
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    A one-page, printable guide for preparing to shelter at homeA one-page, printable guide for preparing to shelter at home
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    Our recommendations for surviving boredom, loneliness, and the coronavirus.

    By Kelsey Piper

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