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)
Judas Priest’s Rob Halford Urges Fans to Get COVID-19 Vaccination
Rocker encourages people to get "the jab" so that live music can return quickly.
Fully Vaccinated People are Unlikely to Spread COVID-19
Good news for those who are fully vaccinated or who will be soon.
Walk-In Vaccines Available for Vets This Week in Shreveport
The vaccination will be made available without an appointment or veterans, their spouses, and their caregivers as long as they are enrolled in the VA system.
Caddo Parish To Hold Virtual Emergency Rental Assistance Clinic
The free session will cover everything necessary to apply for the relief - including documents and additional resources.
All Adults in Texas can Get the COVID Vaccine Starting Next Week
Healthcare workers will still prioritize folks with pre-existing conditions, but officials think it's time to open the eligibility requirements up to a much larger group
Louisiana Gov. Needs Volunteers to Boost Vaccine Efforts
If you have a medical background, that's great - but don't think a lack of one will keep you out of the fight.
Where Can You Get Vaccine this Week in Shreveport?
Several community vaccine events will be up and going this week in Shreveport Bossier and the region. But the operation at the State Fairgrounds in Shreveport will not be open on Monday and Tuesday.
Here are some of the spots where you can get the vaccine this week:
The Minden Medical Clinic of Haught…
Here are some of the spots where you can get the vaccine this week:
The Minden Medical Clinic of Haught…
Caddo and Bossier Parishes Give Bars OK to Increase Capacity
In separate resolutions today, both Caddo and Bossier Parishes are allowing bars to increase their capacity to 50% occupancy.
Louisiana is #1 for COVID-19 Vaccines!
It's been a long time coming, but the great state of Louisiana has been ranked #1 - and this time it's for something good!
Where Can You Get Vaccine in Shreveport This Week?
You have several opportunities to get the Covid-19 vaccine this week.
LSUS to Hold Virtual Graduation Ceremony – Despite Pushback from Students
The Shreveport University is going against the wishes of the student population and making the Spring ceremony a virtual event.
COVID Vaccines and Travel, What to Know Before You Go
Do it yourself trip planners might want to look into engaging the services of a travel professional for the first few post-pandemic trips.