Coronavirus

And while the county cannot immediately test to confirm a suspected case of the virus — only the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention can do that, Cody said — the county could “probably in a matter of days” be able to conduct such tests, though there is not yet a certain date. … [Read more...] about Santa Clara County Health Officials Say No New Confirmed Coronavirus Cases

The world is currently grappling with the coronavirus outbreak, which  the World Health Organization has warned might become a pandemic. The virus named Covid-19 has so far killed nearly 3,000 people with more than 82,000 confirmed infections globally, the WHO reports. … [Read more...] about Coronavirus: Zimbabwe businesses count cost of economic impact

He said “We Just had a meeting now with officials of NEMA and FAAN in Edo. From next week, our volunteers will be at the Benin airport to join the health personnel in screening travelers.  We are in touch with Edo disease control unit. The international federation of the Red Cross is making efforts to support all Red Cross branches nationwide We are planning adequate and massive health campaign to all nooks and crannies of Edo state. Markets, churches, mosques, schools and others. For now personal hygiene is the best option.” … [Read more...] about Anxiety in Edo over coronavirus detection as screening begins at Benin airport

NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) — The New York City Health Department says one city resident is being tested for coronavirus. The department said Thursday afternoon that the resident recently traveled to Italy, where there are more than 300 cases, and reported symptoms of the virus. … [Read more...] about Coronavirus Update: NYC Resident Being Tested For Virus After Traveling To Italy

Among the steps Morrow suggested, the health officer urged people should follow steps that are used to prevent the spread of the flu, including washing hands frequently and to stay home when they are experiencing cold and flu symptoms. Morrow also suggested that people who rely on critical medications obtain at least a two month supply and for people to think about how they would care for loved ones if they become sick. … [Read more...] about Coronavirus Patient Transferred To San Mateo County