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.
Coronavirus in Connecticut
Connecticut Grocery Workers Upset About Lamont’s New Vaccine Schedule
When the pandemic began, grocery store workers were considered heroes.
Hudson Valley is Home to One of the Most Advanced Ghost Kitchens
Ghost kitchens becoming the wave of the future...
Top Doctor on Virus: Masks and COVID-19 Are Here to Stay
When you need to know what's happening with the coronavirus, join KICKS 105.5 every Thursday morning. Dr. Rajeev Fernando answers your COVID-19 questions.
CDC Issues New Guidance on Wearing Masks
It's something you hear all the time, wear a mask. Now the CDC has updated their guidance on wearing masks to help stop the spread of COVID-19.
COVID-19 South African Variant Detected In Connecticut
Once we first heard about the South African variant of the COVID-19 virus, you knew it was just a matter of time before someone in Connecticut came down with it.
Top Doctor on Blood Type Protection, the Vaccine and Infertility
When you need to know what's happening with the coronavirus, join KICKS 105.5 every Thursday morning. Dr. Rajeev Fernando answers your COVID-19 questions.
Legendary Brookfield Diner Reopens at Original Location
The Red Colony Diner has reopened in Brookfield.
COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments Now Available for Connecticut Residents Ages 65 to 74
If your 65+ the vaccine is ready for you.
Top Doctor Talks New Virus Strain, Rapid Tests and Super Bowl Parties
When you need to know what's happening with the coronavirus, join KICKS 105.5 every Thursday morning. Dr. Rajeev Fernando answers your COVID-19 questions.
Mom Delivers Baby in Connecticut Hospital Parking Lot During Snow Storm
This baby's going to have a story to tell.