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)
Huh? Why Do You Have to Go In to Walmart for Home COVID Tests?
Now I never claimed to be the brightest, but explain this to me. Why would you have to go inside of Walmart to pick up an at-home COVID test that you ordered online when they offer curbside pickup?
Is Cannabis the Key to Stopping the Spread of COVID-19?
Laugh all you want at the idea of weed being a possible way to prevent infection by COVID-19, but there are actual studies that support the theory.
Here’s An Open Letter of Apology to Everyone I Hugged Saturday
I haven't tested positive for COVID-19, nor do I have any symptoms, but two people in my group have tested positive within the last 16 hours and this girl is in quarantine.
Bands Recruit COVID-Sniffing Dogs to Detect Virus on Tours
Results suggest trained dogs are more accurate than traditional testing protocols.
KISS’ Paul Stanley + Family Test Positive for Omicron Variant
It's his second bout with coronavirus this year.
One in Five Concert Ticket Buyers Reportedly No-Show
Covid continues to impact the live music industry.
Santa Offers Kids $100 to Get COVID Vax at Shreveport Mall
I don't know about you, but I'm not sure how I feel about this. The Louisiana Department of Health is using 'Santa' and a gift of $100 to entice kids to get the COVID vaccination at Mall St. Vincent with 'Shots with Santa.'
Irish Health Minister Sues Van Morrison Over COVID-19 Criticisms
He's repeatedly referred to Robin Swann as "dangerous."
COVID-19 Vaccine for Children Available in Shreveport
The COVID-19 vaccine is now available to young children aged 5-11.
Jon Bon Jovi, Bryan Adams Cancel Shows After Positive COVID Tests
The stars were forced to cancel separate live appearances after positive tests.
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.