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.
Public Meeting Will Help Decide Fate Of 2021 Mackinac Bridge Walk
The Mackinac Bridge Authority is still trying to decide whether or not the annual Labor Day walk should take place as we appear to round the corner in the current pandemic. They will be holding a virtual public meeting on Tuesday to get the public's input.
Governor Whitmer Tours Kalamazoo Expo Center Vaccination Clinic
In the continuing campaign to get Michiganders vaccinated against COVID-19, Governor Whitmer visited the Kalamazoo County Expo Center's vaccination clinic.
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How To Beat The Heat While Wearing Your Face Mask
I'm not really saying this because I really feel this way, but I may or may not wish for some cooler temperatures again.
MSU Having An Outdoor Graduation Ceremony - What You Need To Know
In a year of non-stop facemasks, hand washing, social distancing, and virtual classes, could we expect much else?
CDC Loosens Mask Guidelines for Fully Vaccinated People [VIDEO]
The Centers for Disease Control has issued new guidelines on mask requirements, and it's good news for fully vaccinated people.
Two Jackson Area Schools Have An Outbreak Of COVID-19
Two Jackson area schools recently announced that they saw an increase in COVID-19 cases in their districts.