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Remdesivir under study as treatment for novel coronavirus
February 7, 2020
At this time, the immediate risk of 2019-nCoV to the American public remains low.
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CDC begins coronavirus diagnostic test kit distribution; new case confirmed in Wisconsin
February 5, 2020
Today, the test kits will start shipping to over 100 U.S. public health labs.
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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.
