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)
SWEPCO's 'Grace Period' is Coming to a Close
So far, the company has shut off electricity to 25 businesses for non-payment.
We Were Lied To About Facemasks And COVID-19
Don't blame the public for questioning mask mandates...blame the medical leadership who lied to us about masks for weeks.
CDC Changes Rules For Returning To Work After Positive COVID Test
The CDC says you could return to work in as little as 10 days after first feeling COVID symptoms. They also say you don't need to test negative before returning to work anymore.
Are Hospitalizations Really Going Up in Shreveport-Bossier?
The Governor and his staff made some interesting comments during yesterday's COVID update.
Statewide Poll Shows Massive Support for Governor's Mask Mandate
In a report from the Louisiana Radio Network, we find the mask mandate issue isn't nearly as divided as one would have imagined.
You Can Sanitize Your N95 Mask with an Instant Pot [Video]
That's right, that handy little kitchen gadget that takes care of your pot roast, mashed potatoes, and even wine can help keep you safe and protect your wallet at the same time!
Top State Health Doc: 'You Should Be Mostly Staying Home'
Dr. Alex Billioux from Office of Public Health talks about the Governor's announcement yesterday of the the continuation ff Phase II restrictions.
74 Year Old Woman Arrested at LA Walmart Over Mask Freak-Out
Kenner PD had no choice but to slap the cuffs on her and take her to jail.
Governor Extends Phase 2 For Two More Weeks
The Governor says he's greatly concerned about COVID-19, but optimistic.
Record Number of People Quit Smoking During Pandemic
Talk about a silver lining! During a pandemic that is mainly known for affecting a person's respiratory system, people are quitting smoking in record numbers!
10 Things Restaurants Probably Won't Bring Back
Although some things will return to "normalcy," I have compiled a list of 10 things that will most likely not return, at least not in the way we remember them.