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.
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
6 Ways to Signup for Your COVID-19 Vaccine in Michigan
Reliable information from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services about multiple ways to get signed up for the Coronavirus vaccine.
Watch Elton John Fail COVID PSA Audition
He attempts unconvincing Michael Caine impersonation before movie star takes over.
COVID Out of Pocket Costs to be Waived for Most of Michigan
Vaccinations, testing and treatment for COVID-19 will be covered by Michigan's health insurers, meaning you shouldn't have to pay a thing.
Kalamazoo Chick-fil-a Gives Back To Healthcare Workers
The new Kalamazoo Chick-fil-a broke from tradition and hooked up healthcare workers instead the first 100 people at the restaurant.
Kalamazoo County, Hospitals To Start Vaccinating All 65 And Older
Kalamazoo County says it is following state guidelines and in conjunction with the two major hospital groups in Kalamazoo, has started contacting those on the pre-wait list to begin vaccinating all adults 65 and older who want the vaccine.
Light Up the Night to Remember and Honor COVID-19 Victims on 1/19
Southwest Michigan is encouraged to join in a national moment of unity and remembrance of all those that have died because of the Coronavirus pandemic.
Bronson COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics for 65+ to Begin Saturday
Additional Clinics are much-needed with extremely high demand for shots
Kalamazoo Theatre Workers Pivot with New Hired Guns-Style Shop
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MI Employees Impacted by Shutdown Eligible for $1,650 Grants
Some out of work Michigan employees are now eligible for $1,650 grants.
January 2020: A Look Back at What Kalamazoo was Talking About
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