This coronavirus advice and updates post is being constantly updated. We need to be well-armed with knowledge in the fight against the global epidemic.
Coronavirus may someday be pandemic, but for now, it is considered an epidemic — and is therefore not included on the list of the 10 Worst Pandemics in History.
What You Need to Know About Coronavirus
These are in chronological order:
Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Situation Summary
This is an emerging, rapidly evolving situation and CDC will provide updated information as it becomes available, in addition to updated guidance. Read more from the CDC – https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
Coronavirus COVID-19 Global Cases by the Center for Systems Science and Engineering (CSSE) at Johns Hopkins University (JHU)
Map provided by Johns Hopkins University – https://www.arcgis.com/apps/opsdashboard/index.html#/bda7594740fd40299423467b48e9ecf6
How to Decontaminate Your Home
From WebMD – https://www.webmd.com/lung/video/covid19-decontaminate-home
Social Distancing: What to Know
From WebMD – https://www.webmd.com/lung/video/social-distancing-basics
How to Stock Your Home for an Emergency
From WebMD – https://www.webmd.com/lung/video/stock-your-kitchen-emergency
What Runners Need to Know About Coronavirus
The article contains an excellent explanation of what COVID-19 is and precautions that we should take – https://www.runnersworld.com/news/a30642790/what-is-coronavirus/
How canceled events and self-quarantines save lives, in one chart
This is how we all help slow the spread of coronavirus – https://www.vox.com/2020/3/10/21171481/coronavirus-us-cases-quarantine-cancellation
CDC: Americans over 60 should stock up on food and medications and avoid venturing out as the coronavirus spreads
Read more from Business Insider – https://www.businessinsider.com/cdc-americans-over-60-stock-up-on-groceries-stay-home-2020-3
Live updates: Coronavirus outbreak spreads across the world
Get coronavirus updates delivered to your inbox – https://www.cnn.com/asia/live-news/coronavirus-outbreak-03-09-20-intl-hnk/
Coronavirus symptoms: how quickly they show – and what to look for
This practical guide, underpinned with advice from leading health experts, is designed to protect you and your family. https://www.telegraph.co.uk/global-health/science-and-disease/coronavirus-symptoms-covid-19-how-quickly-what-look-for/
Coronavirus kitchen: What to stock, cook if you face a 14-day quarantine
A registered dietitian nutritionist shares self-quarantine tips; we share recipes – https://www.mercurynews.com/2020/03/07/coronavirus-kitchen-what-to-stock-cook-during-a-potential-quarantine/
There Is a ‘Tipping Point’ Before Coronavirus Kills
Read more from Bloomberg – https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2020-03-08/coronavirus-nears-fatal-tipping-point-when-lungs-are-inflamed
What to Expect During Self-Quarantine for Coronavirus, According to Doctors
It’s likely that more people will be asked to stay home as COVID-19 cases continue to climb. Read more from Prevention – https://www.prevention.com/health/a31261603/how-to-self-quarantine-for-coronavirus/
A flu shot won’t prevent coronavirus, but it could help our response to the outbreak
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