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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Slash Reveals ‘Intense’ Guns N’ Roses Tour Restrictions
Guitarist says the band had to “keep it together” to avoid canceling shows amid pandemic.
Quarantine to be Optional for COVID Exposed Bossier Parish Students
Parents and guardians of Bossier Parish Students received an email Friday (10/22/21) about upcoming new protocols when it comes to students being exposed to COVID-19.
Genesis Postpone Last Four U.K. Shows Due to Positive COVID Tests
Rescheduled dates will be announced soon.
John Bel Extends Louisiana’s Mask Mandate Another Month
Despite decreasing numbers, the Governor is keeping things 'as-is' for another month.
Will Mardi Gras Parades Return to the Streets of Louisiana in 2022?
Will Louisiana miss another year of 'Letting the Good Times Roll' in 2022? Revelers statewide want to know!
Louisiana Men Arrested in Hawaii Airport for Neglecting COVID Rules
Two Louisiana men have been arrested in Hawaii after trying to enter the state without the mandated proof of a COVID-19 test result.
Can the Federal Government Legally Mandate a Vaccine?
Yesterday, President Biden made a huge announcement regarding the COVID vaccine. Now the debate is on over whether or not it's legal.
Paul Stanley Tests Positive for COVID, Kiss Postpone Show
Band and crew are entirely vaccinated and have been operating "in a bubble" while on tour.
Centenary College Book Bazaar Cancelled
With mounting health concerns in our area, many of Shreveport's yearly events have had to shut-down.
Get Great Deals if You’re Willing to Cruise Out of New Orleans this Fall
If you're willing to roll the dice and cruise this fall, they're offering some incredible deals when you leave from the Port of New Orleans!
Are Local Students Being Forced to Eat in the Heat Outside on Buckets?
To be fair, I don't have a dog in this fight, but I'm not sure I feel comfortable with middle school students being made to eat outside, in the Louisiana heat, on buckets???
What if Your Child Refuses to Mask-Up at Louisiana Schools?
A parent in Central Louisiana had her children turned away from their school when they showed up without masks.