Massive coronavirus testing program in South Korea underscores nimble public health infrastructure

Global health experts say the scope of South Korea’s coronavirus diagnostic capability exhibit impressive lab capabilities that no other country can match at the moment.

Alaska Tourism Officials See an Opportunity in Coronavirus

“If you’re interested in the Great Wall and ancient sites, Alaska also offers spectacular natural sites,” said one Anchorage tourism official.

Officials at Trump’s coronavirus briefing focused on preventing the spread of criticism of Trump

Trump Is 'Ignorant' About Coronavirus and Doesn't Understand Public Health WHO Official Warns

Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel said that Trump's Wednesday briefing revealed "how little he actually knows" about the outbreak.

South Korea's massive coronavirus testing reflects nimble health care infrastructure

Global health experts say the scope of South Korea’s coronavirus diagnostic capability exhibit impressive lab capabilities that no other country can match at the moment.

Iran's death toll from coronavirus reaches 26: health ministry

Iran said on Thursday its death toll from coronavirus had risen to 26 and the to...

Coronavirus Update: Officials want more screenings at JFK other NYC airports

Coronavirus Update: Officials want more screenings at JFK, other NYC airports

LA officials discuss emergency protocols amid preparations for coronavirus outbreak

LA officials discuss emergency protocols amid preparations for coronavirus outbreak

U.S. Health Secretary Says at Least 40 Labs Can Currently Test for Coronavirus

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Coronavirus resources: US state and local health departments

Pence Will Control All Coronavirus Messaging From Health Officials

Government health officials and scientists will have to clear statements with the vice president’s office, one of three people designated as the administration’s primary coronavirus official.

Mike Pence is leading coronavirus efforts. This was his health record in Indiana.

Mike Pence was tapped to lead the nation's response to the coronavirus threat. This is how he tackled health issues in Indiana.

U.S. officials say they are ramping up efforts to guard against coronavirus

U.S. officials on Thursday said they were ramping up efforts to guard Americans ...

1st coronavirus case of unknown origin in US was hospitalized for days before being tested: officials

A Northern California woman who is the nation’s 1st coronavirus case of unknown origin was hospitalized for days before she was tested for the novel virus, according to the hospital where she initially sought treatment before transferring to UC Davis Medical Center. 

Health officials ordered to clear all statements about coronavirus with Vice President Mike Pence

The vice president’s first move appeared to be aimed at preventing the kind of contradictory statements from White House officials and health officials that have plagued the administration’s response.

Pence's New Coronavirus Role Raises Questions About His Public Health Record

U.S. Health Workers Responding to Coronavirus Lacked Training and Protective Gear Whistle-Blower Says

Team members were not properly trained, lacked necessary gear and moved freely around and off military bases where Americans were quarantined, a complaint says.

Coronavirus whistleblower says U.S. health workers who had contact with quarantined Americans lacked training and gear

A senior staffer at Health and Human Services said a government team sent to help process American coronavirus evacuees didn't have the training or equipment for the assignment, the Washington Post reported.

Iran Vice President Is One of 7 Officials to Contract Coronavirus

Masoumeh Ebtekar, President Hassan Rouhani’s deputy for women’s affairs and the highest-ranking woman in the government, was at least the seventh Iranian official to test positive.

Coronavirus News: 1 person in New York City being tested for coronavirus health officials say

Coronavirus News: 1 person in New York City being tested for coronavirus, health officials say

Solano Co. coronavirus patient was treated at Vacaville hospital before transfer officials say

Solano Co. coronavirus patient was treated at Vacaville hospital before transfer, officials say

Japan schools may be shut longer depending on coronavirus outbreak: health minister

Japan's health minister Katsunobu Kato said on Friday there was a chance sc...

Nigeria confirms first case of coronavirus - health ministry

Nigeria's health ministry said on Friday it has confirmed a coronavirus cas...

NYC Resident Being Tested for Coronavirus After Recent Italy Trip: Officials

A resident of New York City who recently came back from a trip to Italy is being tested for COVID-19, more commonly known as the novel coronavirus, according to officials

Officials investigate coronavirus infection

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Olympic Officials Dismiss 'Speculation' That Coronavirus Could Disrupt Tokyo Games

Thailand Reports One New Coronavirus Case Total Reaches 41 - Health Official

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Officials scramble to retrace steps of California coronavirus case

A northern California woman is believed to be the first to contract the virus with no connection to travel or other cases

'A rapidly evolving situation': Mississippi health officials prepare for coronavirus

No cases have been reported in Mississippi but health officials and hospitals are monitoring and preparing.

Weekly Health Quiz: Coronavirus!

Test your knowledge of this week’s health news.

The Coronavirus Epidemic is a Test for Europe Where Health Systems Differ Widely

Adding to the challenge, the spread of the virus comes during the winter when the region’s health systems are under most strain

Maine health officials on alert preparing for potential spread of coronavirus

Health officials have outlined steps the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention is taking for the potential spread of the coronavirus to the state. There have been no confirmed cases of coronavirus in Maine. One person in Maine who was tested for the virus tested negative earlier this month. Sign up for our Newsletters Health officials stressed the risk to Mainers is currently low, but the Maine CDC continues its planning to make sure...