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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Michigan Among the Least Safe States During Covid-19
A new study shows Michigan is currently the 7th most unsafe state in the U.S. during the pandemic. Here's why.
There's a New Way to Relieve Stress in Kalamazoo
Having issues dealing with stress lately? You are not alone. Here's an interesting way to relax in Kalamazoo.
Kalamazoo Pride Will Be Virtual Again This Year
Here's why there will be no large in person Kalamazoo Pride events on June 11th, 2021.
Michigan Expands Capacity at Outdoor Stadiums and Arenas
Fully vaccinated individuals may gather at residences without masks
Walmart Now Offering COVID Vaccine at Some Michigan Locations
Ubiquitous big box retailer Walmart is the latest non-healthcare facility to distribute the COVID-19 vaccine, now scheduling appointments at Michigan stores.
Michigan Named as “the Next COVID Hotspot”
Only Florida has reported more cases of the Coronavirus variant. This fact has experts warning that Michigan may be the next COVID hotspot.
Here’s the Link for Calhoun County Online Vaccine Appointments
Those without internet access can still call
Michigan Bar Pushes the Envelope with Covid T-Shirts
"Kiss Me I'm Contagious" and other controversial t-shirts are shaking things up in Gaylord, Michigan.
Warren Michigan Man Sits Outside Wife’s Nursing Home Window Every Single Day [VIDEO]
Not even the coronavirus pandemic can stop Frank Notaft. The Warren man visits his wife in her nursing home every single day.
Governor’s Office Releases Somber Video on Anniversary of Covid
Marking the one year anniversary of the first Covid cases in Michigan, Governor Gretchen Whitmer and Lt. Governor Garlin Gilchrist commemorated the somber occasion,