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.
Video: Privileged Texas School Board Candidate Flips Out Over Mask Rules
This might not bode well in her upcoming election.
COVID-19 Hospitalizations at Their Lowest Since Last June
Things are looking up, but let's still take the proper precautions.
175 New Confirmed COVID-19 Cases in El Paso
Please still take some caution when going out and engaging in activities with others.
Twitter Bot Shows When El Paso Vaccine Appointments Are Available
Looking to get the vaccine? This Twitter bot shows when and where you can make an appointment.
Texas is 5th Least Safe State During COVID-19
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El Paso County Offering Vaccines on First-Come First-Served Basis
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Audience of 5,000 Attend Covid-19 Live Show Experiment in Barcelona
This was the largest experiment yet to view the viability of a mass gathering concert return.
3 El Paso School Districts Weigh In On 2021 Proms And The News Isn’t Good
The sun will come up tomorrow even if your kids don't go to prom. School districts are doing the right thing.
All Texas Adults Can Get COVID Vaccine Starting Next Week
All adults will be eligible and be vaccinated as vaccines become available.
As Texas Opens, UK COVID Variant Spreading Like Crazy in Houston
Most people knew it was too early to open things up. Now, as Texas has opened, a dangerous variant of COVID is spreading like crazy in Houston.
With Texas Now Open, What Are Your Personal COVID Guidelines?
Texas is now 100% open for business. Are you changing how you treat going out?