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.
‘Top Gun: Maverick’ and ‘Mission: Impossible 7’ Both Delayed Again
Are these movies ever going to come out?
MSU Student Develops New, Low Cost COVID-19 Test
A Michigan State University student has developed a COVID-19 test that delivers faster results and is said to come with a lower price tag.
Patty Jenkins Says ‘Wonder Woman 1984’ HBO Max Release Was ‘Heartbreaking’
The film was released simultaneously in theaters and on HBO Max.
Officials: Stop Taking Horse and Cow Medicine to Protect Against COVID19
The FDA has had to issue a warning to COVID sufferers about the dangers of using a horse and cow de-wormer to treat their symptoms.
Disney CEO Defends ‘Black Widow’ Release Strategy
He also alluded to the Scarlett Johansson lawsuit.
Tempted To Make A Fake Vaccination Card With Current Conditions? Don’t! Here’s Why:
With cases on the rise, and much tighter restriction, there actually could be an influx of fake COVID vaccination cards.
‘The Suicide Squad’ Made $100 Million Less In Its Opening Weekend Than the First Film
(Technically, it made $107.1 million less than the first film.)
Disney Parks To Require Face Masks Again as COVID Cases Surge
See Disney's list of requirements for an acceptable face mask.
The Post COVID Baby Boom May Have Finally Hit According To Sparrow Data
Remember those jokes we all made at the beginning of the pandemic, where we would see a baby boom? Those jokes, may not be jokes anymore, according to new data released by Sparrow.