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.
COVID-19 Numbers Reach A Low For Weekend With Over 1,000 Cases
We saw a record low of COVID-19 cases here in the state of Michigan this past weekend, with only 1,378 cases reported over both Sunday and Monday, with only 14 deaths.
Michigan Won’t Have Any Permanent COVID-19 Rules After All
There at one time, were talks of making some of our current COVID-19 rules and restrictions, into permanent rules to follow.
MIOSHA Attempts to Clarify Rules For Vaccinated Michigan Workers
Michigan workers have been left in a grey area because of workplace rules set by MIOSHA, the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration. MIOSHA has now attempted to clarify the rules to allow workers to go maskless if they've been vaccinated.
2021 Mackinac Bridge Walk Is a Go, If We Meet Vax Goals
After a virtual public meeting on Tuesday morning, Mackinac Bridge Authority is still tentatively planning to hold the annual Labor Day walk. But at this time, the walk will only take place if 70% of the state is vaccinated.
Public Meeting Will Help Decide Fate Of 2021 Mackinac Bridge Walk
The Mackinac Bridge Authority is still trying to decide whether or not the annual Labor Day walk should take place as we appear to round the corner in the current pandemic. They will be holding a virtual public meeting on Tuesday to get the public's input.
How Often Have You Gotten Sick Since You’ve Worn A Mask
I can honestly say, my allergies are even non-existent it seems this year.
Science: How To Get Your Smell Back After COVID-19
Can't smell after you've gotten COVID-19? There is a way to get your sense of smell back, and it literally costs maybe $5 bucks in scents.
How To Beat The Heat While Wearing Your Face Mask
I'm not really saying this because I really feel this way, but I may or may not wish for some cooler temperatures again.
Trisha Yearwood Says Garth Brooks Refused to Quarantine Away From Her When She Got COVID-19
Husband of the Year right there!
MSU Having An Outdoor Graduation Ceremony – What You Need To Know
In a year of non-stop facemasks, hand washing, social distancing, and virtual classes, could we expect much else?