How the Virus Attacks the Body
What We Know
Learn about what science already knows about Covid-19. (This is updated regularly as science advances.)
Science and Truth
What is scientific truth? How does science advance? How can science be trusted? How will science save lives?
Latest News
Read the latest news, updated daily. Explore the News Timeline with comments from December 31 to today.
Trackers
Data trackers that provided real-time COVID-19 statistics from around the world
Treatments
Learn about potential drugs and other treatments
Health-Care Guides
Access resources that are available for both personal and professional health care related to COVID-19
Prevention
Learn to protect yourself and others against COVID-19
Easy pages
Learn English while you learn about science, biology and COVID-19
Resources
Explore authoritative material on COVID-19 at all levels.
My goal
My goal is to make it easier for people around the world to understand the science behind COVID-19 and the novel coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) that causes it. It is very important during this difficult time to understand what science is and what it can tell us about COVID-19!
Remember that scientists have often warned us of inevitable future pandemics, making it even more important to use science to protect us.
Warning!
I’m not a medical doctor.
This website does not provide medical advice. Its purpose is educational. Do not self-medicate or take any new medication without consulting a qualified healthcare professional. If you need medical advice, please seek guidance from a licensed physician.
Beyond Science: Ethical and Social Considerations
Given that this pandemic is unprecedented—at least for those in industrialized nations—it brings challenges that extend beyond the realm of science, particularly in ethics. I do not mean to suggest that measures like isolation or social distancing should be implemented without thoughtful consideration, as the associated costs can sometimes be even more harmful than the direct effects of the virus. My sole aim is to help people understand science, empowering society to make well-informed decisions and avoid the tragic consequences that can arise from misinterpreting what science is, what it does, and what it truly knows.
©2020 Dr. Michael Herrera