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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What It's Like to Go to Cedar Point During the Pandemic [PHOTOS]
One of my friends went to Sandusky this weekend; here's what she experienced.
Masks Are Now Required on Public Transit
Hopping on the bus, Gus? You'll need a mask. Under Gov. Whitmer's new executive order, it's no longer optional, but mandatory to wear one while on public transit.
Michigan's Governor Signs Order Requiring Face Masks Indoors
Late Friday morning it was announced that Governor Whitmer had signed an executive order that goes in effect on Monday, July 13 requiring face coverings be worn inside all public spaces as well as crowded outdoor spaces.
18 Cases of COVID-19 Confirmed at DENSO Manufacturing - 1 Dead
The company did note in their statement to WWMT that their, quote, "top priority is the health and safety of their employees."
Would You Take a Pay Cut to Keep Working at Home?
Survey Looks at Michigan and other States
St. Joseph County Fair Canceled For First Time Since 1890
For the first time in 130 years and for the second time since the fair began in 1851, the St. Joseph County Grange Fair is canceled for 2020.
Bell's Explains How PPP Loan Helped Save More Than Jobs
No matter the topic, virtually every partisan seems to be able to twist that topic for their own particular agenda. The Small Business Administration's Paycheck Protection Program has come under a lot of scrutiny. Everyone with an cause is poring over the lists of applicants that were granted l…
Tick Disease That Mimics COVID-19 On The Rise In Michigan
The hits keep coming in 2020. Next up on the list of things to be worried about is a tick-borne disease that mimics the symptoms of COVID-19.
What Happened to HairMasters in Portage?
Is HairMasters on Westnedge Ave the latest casualty of Covid-19 in Portage, Michigan?
Kalamazoo Speedway Cancels Opening Weekend at the Last Minute
Track officials have followed recommended protocols, but were informed less than 24 hours before the green flag that fans were not permitted in the stands.