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.

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.

Coronavirus: Here's why local governments are declaring emergencies and what that means for you

Since the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Tuesday warned that it's not a question of if, but when the novel coronavirus will spread in the United States, some places have already issued emergency declarations, and more could be coming from cities, counties and states.

Coronavirus Creates Dilemma for Europe’s Public Gatherings Open Borders

The threat of the coronavirus spreading across Europe’s open borders has put authorities and others in a bind over whether to call off fashion shows, soccer games and other gatherings.

Coronavirus resources: US state and local health departments

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

Coronavirus: What BART Muni Bay Area public transit are doing amid COVID-19 fears

Coronavirus: What BART, Muni, Bay Area public transit are doing amid COVID-19 fears

Media's coronavirus stories trying to hurt Trump Mick Mulvaney says as he urges public to turn off TV

Mulvaney, who also heads the Office of Management and Budget, also said that there will "probably" be school closures and transportation issues due to the impact of the virus.

Weymouth Public Schools staff member self-quarantines amid coronavirus scare

WEYMOUTH -- A Weymouth High School staff member has self-quarantined amid the novel coronavirus outbreak, according to an email sent Friday afternoon by Superintendent of Schools Dr. Jennifer Curtis Whipple and Paula Magnasco, the school's health services coordinator. The school is working collaboratively with the Department of Public Health to determine next steps as soon as possible and has ...

Coronavirus could affect local events

Tourism in the Roanoke Valley, including the upcoming Blue Ridge Marathon, could be affected, and the Iron Man could take a hit.

Dem Senator Grills Azar Over Coronavirus Whistleblower Says HHS Put 'General Public' At Risk

Senator Wyden claimed that "the general public was also put at risk since your employees were then immediately returned to their communities and jobs at the Department post-deployment, by commercial air flights with no precautions" in a letter to HHS head Alexander Azar Friday.

Coronavirus leaves local bride scrambling to find bridesmaid dresses

A local bride-to-be is scrambling to get new bridesmaids dresses after the coronavirus shut down production in China. Now a local business is stepping in to help. Sydney Patterson never expected to be shopping for bridesmaid dresses two weeks before her wedding. She just found out the dresses her bridesmaids ordered months ago wouldn't be ready in time. “I got a little panicked,” she said. Sign up for our Newsletters The company that makes the...

Coronavirus: Local health officials discuss COVID-19 facts and fiction

Local health officials discuss some of the myths and facts surrounding COVID-19 strain of Coronavirus.

UTHSC launches website aimed at educating the public about coronavirus

Friday, the University of Tennessee Health Science Center launched a website to provide the public with information and resources about coronavirus.

Local Asian businesses feel an unfair impact due to the coronavirus epidemic

Local Asian businesses feel an unfair impact due to the coronavirus epidemic

Coronavirus affecting local salons as hair care products are often made in China

The coronavirus has already affected the stock market, travel and access to antibiotics. Now, the American hair care industry said it is feeling the effects of the disease’s global spread. Shannel Wallace runs District Cheveux, a hair care business in Bowie, Maryland. As a stylist, Wallace said she often uses wigs and weaves to fulfill her customers’ needs. RELATED: Why you shouldn't immediately go to the ER when sick if coronavirus pandemic...

Coronavirus sparks worries for local investors

Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell pledged Friday that the Fed will use all the tools it can to support the economy in an attempt to ease fears sparked by the coronavirus. Charles Rinehart's business is understanding money. He’s a financial expert with Johnson Investment Counsel in Cincinnati. It’s been a tough week for investors. U.S. stocks fell sharply again Friday, ending the Dow's worst week since October 2008. The coronavirus is...

How a Mission Viejo hospital is preparing for a public health crisis like novel coronavirus

How a Mission Viejo hospital is preparing for a public health crisis like novel coronavirus

Sen. Collins urges Trump administration to bolster efforts to protect public against coronavirus

There are no confirmed cases of Coronavirus in Maine.

Trump’s new coronavirus risk: Dangerous spin and public distrust — inside Iran

If the coronavirus keeps spreading in Iran, the U.S. could face some tough choices after years of trying to isolate the country.

Coronavirus live updates: France bans large gatherings US cases raise concern over local transmission

Confirmed coronavirus infections in the U.S. in people who had not been overseas or in contact with another infected person has raised concerns over local, 'community-transmitted' spread of the virus in three states: California, Oregon and Washington State.

State local health officials mobilize to fight spread of coronavirus

Many health care institutions have had pandemic planning in place since the 2009 H1N1 pandemic.

Local spread of coronavirus marks turning point in U.S ...

Washington state health officials reported the first patient death from coronavi...

'Seriously people': Surgeon general urges public to 'stop ...

The Trump administration is advising the public to stop buying medical masks amid the coronavirus outbreak.

Italy and France ban public gatherings as coronavirus cases spread

Paris half-marathon and Serie A title clash among sporting events hit by latest measures

'Seriously people': Surgeon general urges public to 'stop buying masks' for coronavirus

The Trump administration is advising the public to stop buying medical masks amid the coronavirus outbreak.

Pence: Trump would ‘respect’ local decisions if schools close over coronavirus

In an interview with Meet The Press, Vice President Mike Pence discusses the efforts of the coronavirus task force and the impacts of the virus on the U.S. economy.

Local health professionals focus on preparedness following first US coronavirus death

The new coronavirus is impacting businesses and protocols throughout the nation. Local health professionals say education and preparedness are important. Sign up for our Newsletters Dr. O’Dell Owens is the president and CEO of Interact for Health. Owens thinks residents should put things into perspective. "About 3,000 people die from chronic virus already in the United States with our flu living it probably 9,000 deaths, 48,000 died last year,...

Coronavirus travel ban leaves local tourists stranded

The coronavirus is affecting local travelers. A group of SCUBA divers got stranded in Hawaii after a travel ban took effect.

Local doctor gives advice on preparing for coronavirus

Hospitals around the country are taking extreme measures to make sure your family is protected if the Coronavirus hits our community. One hospital in Oakland, California has a special floor dedicated to treating coronavirus. Here in St. Louis, city and county leaders announced Friday that 20 people are being monitored for the virus who may have been in contact with a traveler or may have traveled to a foreign country with an outbreak. A person...

Coronavirus: Trump's mixed messages 'undermines public trust' experts say

The president has repeatedly downplayed the issue but health officials have warned of the seriousness of the outbreak

Pence: It’s OK for local schools to shut down over the coronavirus

But the vice president also cautioned against overreacting to the epidemic.