Coronavirus (COVID-19)
The World Health Organization officially named Coronavirus (COVID-19) on Feb. 11, 2020. Here, you can find breaking news about COVID-19, what local officials need to know about the novel coronavirus, and tips for government leaders on preparing for and educating on the COVID-19 pandemic. This directory provides articles on COVID-19 and related topics like Public Health, which explores broader strategies for disease prevention, health promotion, and crisis management.
EMS incident data also showed a slight increase in incidents involving alcohol in May
A new report identified about 400 attacks motivated by fear or frustration over COVID-19
There is compelling evidence that fear can change behavior, but that was before today’s social and political context
Because of its demographic makeup, the homeless population is uniquely vulnerable to the transmission of the virus and health impacts of COVID-19.
Moving the polling places may be the right public health move, but it creates challenges for election administrators.
History shows that taking strong steps now to slow the spread of coronavirus will help communities and individuals.
Evidence from China suggests that even if mildly affected, children can spread the virus to others.
Cancel station tours, visits, and non-essential training and travel
The CDC now recommends organizers cancel or postpone gatherings of 50 or more people for the next eight weeks
The virus has infected more than 800 people in the U.S. and killed at least 29, with one state after another recording its first infections in quick succession.
Government and transit officials have stressed that the virus can’t easily be transmitted by casual contact, such as sharing a subway car with someone who is infected. But the city is still urging caution.
The deep technological and wealth gap that exists nationwide between poor and affluent students has made the coronavirus outbreak even more challenging for school officials
Epidemiologist Tom Duszynski explains.
A “perfect storm” of factors — the uninsured, underemployed and elderly — are working against the state as it confronts an unprecedented threat.
King County Executive Dow Constantine said Wednesday that the county had purchased the 85-bed motel — which is currently open and operating — south of Seattle to house patients for recovery and isolation due to the COVID-19 coronavirus.
Any information known prior to responding will help paramedics take better precautions.
“It’s the perfect time for businesses, health care systems, universities and schools to look at their pandemic preparedness plans, dust them off, and make sure that they’re ready.”
Aubree Gordon, public health scholar at the University of Michigan, explains what we need to understand about the new coronavirus as well as what communities are doing now to stop its spread.
The new coronavirus is an evolving health situation, but as with any viral infection, classic preventative techniques are essential to slow any potential outbreak
