Scotland planning for coronavirus outbreak
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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: First case confirmed in Scotland
The patient from the Tayside area was diagnosed having recently travelled from Italy.
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.
Czech Republic Scotland and Ireland confirm first coronavirus cases
Here's the latest on the coronavirus outbreak.
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.
Coronavirus: Scotland should plan for 'significant outbreak'
The first minister warns that more cases are likely to follow the one confirmed case in Scotland.
Snow ice floods and gales to bring more chaos in Scotland's wettest February in 89 years
'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
Coronavirus: Calls to NHS helplines increase after virus arrives in Scotland
There was a spike in calls to NHS 24 on Monday after the first Scot was diagnosed with the virus.
Scotland boss Steve Clarke not attending Nations League draw amid fears over coronavirus travel restrictions
Businesses see the coronavirus as a new threat but planning for uncertainty is part of the playbook for Hartford firms
Scotland's coronavirus action plan published as Nicola Sturgeon says 'we are well prepared' for outbreak
Coronavirus: Scotland facing 'serious situation'
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon sets out Scotland's coronavirus strategy as part of the UK action plan.
Coronavirus could restrict movement of people in Scotland
Emergency services might only be able to respond to 'critical calls' in the case of a Covid-19 pandemic, guidance states.
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
Coronavirus: Three cases confirmed in Scotland
The number of coronvirus cases confirmed in Scotland increases from one to three.
Freeman confirms two more coronavirus cases in Scotland.
Health minister confirms two more coronavirus cases in Scotland, bringing the total to three.
Two new cases of coronavirus confirmed in Scotland
Two more people in Scotland have been diagnosed with coronavirus, it has been confirmed.
BREAKING: Two new cases of coronavirus confirmed in Scotland
Two more people in Scotland have been diagnosed with coronavirus, it has been confirmed.
Coronavirus LIVE updates - Two more cases of coronavirus confirmed overnight in Scotland
Latest updates on coronavirus outbreak across the UK, China and rest of the world as global death toll rises
Coronavirus crisis ebbs in China but cases in UK rise to 53 as Scotland confirms two more cases
The coronavirus epidemic is shifting away from China towards the Middle East, Europe and the US, as governments take emergency steps to ease shortages of masks and other supplies for frontline doctors and nurses. The number of people in the UK diagnosed with Covid-19 has risen to 53 overnight, after two more Scots were diagnosed with the disease, bringing the total to three in Scotland. More details on the latest Scottish cases will be revealed later on Wednesday, after officials were informed overnight that the disease had spread. While deaths in Italy surged to 79 on Tuesday, making it the deadliest reported outbreak outside China.
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.