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The 2019 novel coronavirus: Case review IDs clinical characteristics
February 5, 2020
A review of coronavirus pneumonia cases in Wuhan, China, suggests older men and those with comormid conditions are most likely to be affected by the 2019-nCoV.
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Novel coronavirus cases now at 11; entry ban and quarantine measures begin
February 3, 2020
“Strong measures now may blunt the impact of this virus on the United States,” said the CDC’s Dr. Nancy Messonnier.
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HHS declares coronavirus emergency, orders quarantine
January 31, 2020
The order “offers the greatest level of protection for the American public in preventing introduction and spread,” Dr. Cetron said.
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WHO declares public health emergency for novel coronavirus
January 30, 2020
The declaration was made during a press briefing on Jan. 30.
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2019 Novel Coronavirus: Frequently asked questions for clinicians
January 30, 2020
Dr. Andrew T. Pavia offers practical advice on how to make a 2019-nCoV plan.
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CDC: First person-to-person spread of novel coronavirus in U.S.
January 30, 2020
CDC Director Dr. Robert R. Redfield said “the full picture of how easy and how sustainable this virus can spread is unclear.”
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CDC: Risk in U.S. from 2019-nCoV remains low
January 30, 2020
The genetic sequence for all five viruses detected in the United States to date has been uploaded the CDC website.
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HHS: Coronavirus risk low in U.S., vaccine development underway
January 28, 2020
U.S. health providers should be on the lookout for any patient who has traveled to China recently.
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Echoes of SARS mark 2019 novel coronavirus outbreak
January 28, 2020
One-third of patients hospitalized for 2019 novel coronavirus infection required ICU admission, and six of the 41 (15%) died.
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Wuhan virus: What clinicians need to know
January 26, 2020
“It’s not good enough to just download CDC’s guidance; use it to make your own local plan and know what to do 24/7.”
