On February 11, 2020 the World Health Organization announced an official name for the disease that is causing the 2019 novel coronavirus outbreak, first identified in Wuhan China. The new name of this disease is coronavirus disease 2019, abbreviated as COVID-19. In COVID-19, ‘CO’ stands for ‘corona,’ ‘VI’ for ‘virus,’ and ‘D’ for disease. Formerly, this disease was referred to as “2019 novel coronavirus” or “2019-nCoV”. There are many types of human coronaviruses including some that commonly cause mild upper-respiratory tract illnesses. COVID-19 is a new disease, caused be a novel (or new) coronavirus that has not previously been seen in humans. The name of this disease was selected following the World Health Organization (WHO) best practice for naming of new human infectious diseases.
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FireKeepers Casino Hotel Will Reopen Monday with Limited Capacity
More than just adding hand sanitizers and regular disinfecting schedules, other changes have been made to keep guests and employees safe.
Ride the Cedar Point Roller Coasters Virtually
This is usually the time of year we start to plan our annual trek to Cedar Point Amusement Park in Sandusky, Ohio. This year is so different... Because of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), the park remains closed. But you can still ride the roller coasters -- virtually.
Michiganders: Trail/Beach Etiquette for the Holiday Weekend
Let's make sure that our parks, beaches, and trails stay OPEN this summer.
If You Get A Call From Michigan HHS, Answer It
Answering this call could save lives. Here's why.
Meijer Gardens Cancels 2020 Summer Concert Series
With "deep disappointment and a heavy heart," organizers have called off the popular run of outdoor concerts at Meijer Gardens amphitheater for 2020.
Mackinac Island Asks Visitors To Stay Away
In a HUGE move, Mackinac Island will not be open for the Memorial Day holiday weekend, citing health and safety concerns.
Latitude 42 Reopening with Classics, New Items, and Cocktail Kits
I reached out to Latitude 42 President, Brad Bishop, to get the scoop on just how much they've had to revamp their operation in order to reopen, what's on the menu, and what's on tap.
Pier 1 Imports Announces They'll Be Closing All Their Stores
They had hoped to emerge out of bankruptcy, but that dream is dead, and soon, so will be the Pier 1 brand.
Napping from Home: Michiganders are Sleeping on the Job
For some, "work from home" means a nice comfortable bed to grab a cat nap between Zoom meetings. A staggering number of Michigan workers are catching 40 winks.