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Maryland Experts, Facebook Partner to Gather Global COVID-19 Symptom Data

University of Maryland researchers are teaming up with Facebook to provide the survey methodology muscle needed to obtain a much-needed global view of the worldwide COVID-19 crisis—where it’s growing, where it’s abating and where the next hot spot could develop. The social networking site started rolling out the survey Wednesday night; it’s expected to reach users…

Early Insights from Newly Launched Symptom Survey Helping to Better Predict the Spread of COVID-19

As the world fights covid-19 and countries develop plans to reopen their societies, it’s critical to have a clear understanding of how the disease is spreading. Better data can help governments determine where to send resources such as ventilators and personal protective equipment — and eventually which areas are safe to start opening up again….