On February 11, 2020 the World Health Organization announced an official name for the disease that is causing the 2019 novel coronavirus outbreak, first identified in Wuhan China. The new name of this disease is coronavirus disease 2019, abbreviated as COVID-19. In COVID-19, ‘CO’ stands for ‘corona,’ ‘VI’ for ‘virus,’ and ‘D’ for disease. Formerly, this disease was referred to as “2019 novel coronavirus” or “2019-nCoV”. There are many types of human coronaviruses including some that commonly cause mild upper-respiratory tract illnesses. COVID-19 is a new disease, caused be a novel (or new) coronavirus that has not previously been seen in humans. The name of this disease was selected following the World Health Organization (WHO) best practice for naming of new human infectious diseases.
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Louisiana Church Leader Charged With Violating COVID Laws
After weeks of breaking the law, a Baton Rouge area church leader now faces half a dozen charges.
Empire State Building Lit Up in Red and White [VIDEO]
The Empire State Building in New York is lit up with the colors Red and White to honor those in the health care profession.
The Latest on Traveling to Texas from Louisiana
Texas DPS Troopers are keeping an eye out for motorists traveling to the Lone Star State from Louisiana, but they have not set up roadblocks at the state line.
Gov. Edwards to Extend State's Stay-at-Home Order to April 30
Governor John Bel Edwards announced yesterday that he plans to extend the state's stay-at-home order to coincide with the nation's new April 30 timeline.
Louisiana's Seafood Industry Need Us Now More Than Ever
The coronavirus pandemic is really putting a bite on Louisiana's seafood industry. Here's how you can help our state's fishing families.
‘Ghostbusters: Afterlife’ Delayed to 2021 Because of Coronavirus
Sony also delayed Jared Leto’s ‘Morbius’ movie.
Van Gogh Painting Stolen From Museum Closed Due To Coronavirus
Even worse? It was on the eve of what would've been Vincent van Gogh's 167th birthday.
You Can Now Purchase Girl Scout Cookies Online
Like so many businesses during the coronavirus pandemic, the Girl Scouts have been affected too.
Louisiana Expert Prescribes "Herd Immunity" To Fight COVID-19
An Infectious Disease Specialist in Baton Rouge says most Louisiana residents will get COVID-19
Former Saints Kicker Tom Dempsey Tests Positive For Coronavirus
Tom Dempsey, who during his time as a New Orleans Saint set a decades long record for longest field goal in NFL history, has reportedly tested positive for COVID-19.
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The Best Louisiana TV Shows to Watch During Quarantine
What better way to pass the time then binging on some of Louisiana's finest and most fun television shows.