Coronavirus Planning: What You Should Know Now

Weeks after first warning the public about the global threat posed by the Novel Coronavirus, Dr. Michael Osterholm says there is no longer time to delay preparations in the United States. "Our prediction is we're going to start seeing widespread transmission in the United States in the next four to six weeks," said Osterholm, Director of the University of Minnesota Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy. "It's already occurring as...

US schools start planning for possible spread of coronavirus

Schools across the United States are canceling trips abroad, preparing online lessons and even rethinking "perfect attendance" awards as they brace for the possibility that the new coronavirus could begin spreading in their communities. Districts have been rushing to update emergency plans this week after federal officials warned that the virus, which started in China, is almost certain to begin spreading in the U.S. Many are preparing for possible school closures that could stretch weeks or longer, even as they work to tamp down panic among students, parents and teachers. President Donald Trump has worked to minimize fears about the virus, but on Wednesday he also recommended that schools to start planning for arrival of the COVID-19 virus "just in case." "It's the perfect time for businesses, health care systems, universities and schools to look at their pandemic preparedness plans, dust them off, and make sure that they're ready," Trump said Wednesday at a White House news conference. School letters sent home from Florida to California this week sought to assure parents that, in most communities, the risk of exposure to the virus is still very low. Most suggested the same precautions used to combat the flu: Wash hands frequently, cover sneezes and coughs, and stay home if fever or other symptoms arise. At schools, cleaning crews have been told to pay extra attention to door knobs, keyboards and other surfaces that students touch through the day. Some districts have invested in handheld disinfectant sprayers that are used in hospitals, Others are adding traditional hand sanitizers in schools and buses. But even as they work on prevention, schools are also starting to prepare for the worst. Many are making plans to teach students online in case the virus spreads so widely that schools are forced to...

USOPC Relying on Facts and Planning to Deal With Coronavirus

Managers at the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee have coronavirus on their minds.

Coronavirus planning: What you can do

A Solano County resident has tested positive for the new coronavirus, and at this time no one knows how she became infected — which means the virus may be circulating in the community. The risk to the general public in the U.S. remains low, public health authorities say, but the troubling new case means it’s time for people to start planning for potential outbreaks in their communities in the weeks and months to come. Much of that preparation...

UK steps up coronavirus planning may bring doctors out of retirement

UK steps up coronavirus planning, may bring doctors out of retirement

Coronavirus Prep: Westlake Schools Planning With Health Officials

The district said in an email it would be monitoring the virus and working with the ODH and other health officials to mitigate risk.

Coronavirus Prep: Lakewood Schools Planning With CDC ODH

The district said in an email it would be monitoring the virus and working with the CDC and other health officials to mitigate risk.

No France Isn’t Planning to Invade Brazil

Scotland planning for coronavirus outbreak

'A lot of fear right now:' County stresses planning not panicking for coronavirus

With no coronavirus cases reported in Indiana, the task has been to stand ready while keeping things in context amid widening travel restrictions, reports of disease's advance in U.S., county health official said

Bulgari Breitling and 6 Other Brands are Planning a New Swiss Watch Fair Despite Coronavirus Concerns

Businesses see the coronavirus as a new threat but planning for uncertainty is part of the playbook for Hartford firms

Gareth Southgate says England 'planning as normal' for Euro 2020 despite Coronavirus fears

Gareth Southgate says England are “planning as normal” for Euro 2020, despite the threat posed by the Coronavirus outbreak. Uefa are confident that this summer’s tournament will be able to go ahead, even though it is being hosted by 12 different European countries, meaning hundreds of thousands of fans are expected to travel to games across the continent. In preparation, England are due to play two friendlies later this month, against Italy and...

Coronavirus triggers cancellations closures and contingency planning across the country

Italy planning to close schools for 2 weeks to limit coronavirus spread

Italian media say the Italian government has ordered schools nationwide to close for the next two weeks to limit the spread of the coronavirus.

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Italy planning to close schools for 2 weeks to limit coronavirus spread Saudi Arabia prohibits pilgrimage to Mecca

Italian media say the Italian government has ordered schools nationwide to close for the next two weeks to limit the spread of the coronavirus.

Potential for coronavirus in New Mexico affecting event planning

While there are no reported cases of coronavirus in New Mexico, the city of Albuquerque is planning as if it will happen at some point. “We're trying to make sure everybody is on the same page and preparing consistently,” Albuquerque Environmental Health Department’s deputy director Mark DiMenna said. Sign up for our Newsletters He said the city is doing everything it can to prepare people for a potential outbreak while still keeping things...

Coronavirus planning at Health Committee meeting

Chief Medical Officer for England Professor Chris Whitty is giving evidence to the Health Committee.