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.
MI Will Ease COVID Restrictions on Restaurants Beginning March 5
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is expected to announce Tuesday afternoon that COVID-19 restrictions on bars and restaurants will be eased beginning on Friday, March 5, 2021.
Flags To Be Lowered To Half-Staff To Honor COVID-19 Deaths
Flags were ordered to be lowered to half-staff immediately until Friday, Feb. 26th to honor those who had lost their lives from the COVID-19 pandemic.
6 Ways to Signup for Your COVID-19 Vaccine in Michigan
Reliable information from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services about multiple ways to get signed up for the Coronavirus vaccine.
U of M Students Asked to Stay in Place Until February 7
The recommendation comes after cases of COVID-19 have started spreading quickly amongst the university community. That includes 14 cases of the new B.1.1.7 variant, which is believed to be approximately 50 percent more transmissible.
UM Athletes Ask MDHHS to Reconsider Two-Week Shutdown
A group of athletes at the University of Michigan is hoping to convince the MDHHS to reconsider the shutdown.
Spartan Players Test Positive For COVID-19
In a press conference on Wednesday, Michigan State Basketball coach Tom Izzo announced two positive tests for COVID-19.
MSU @ Maryland Game Canceled
This Saturday's, Michigan State Football game against Maryland has been canceled due to COVID-19 concerns.
Michigan Bowling Alley Gets Help After Owner Writes Its Obituary
A Michigan business owner wrote an emotional obit for his bowling alley. However, there maybe hope after all.
COVID-19 Vaccine Phases in Michigan
With the vaccine currently being shipped, here are the phases for its distribution.
MSU Students Now Required to Get Flu Shot Before Spring Classes
Michigan State University has announced some new mandates for the upcoming semester.