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
FEMA Approves Connecticut's Major Disaster Declaration
The State of Connecticut's request for a Major Disaster Declaration in response to the coronavirus pandemic has been approved.
Ridgefield Playhouse Set to Stream Live in Your Home
Ridgefield Playhouse has cancelled in-person shows and will now be conducting live stream events on Facebook.
Connecticut Man Fights and Wins His Battle With Coronavirus
Chris Willett was the first CT resident to be infected by the Coronavirus and his chances looked grim.
Brookfield Closes Still River Greenway and Town Hall
In an effort to practice social distancing, and to avoid the spread of COVID-19, Brookfield has shut down the popular Still River Greenway and also their town hall.
Newtown Police Commissioner Admitted to Danbury ICU for COVID-19
Newtown's Police Commissioner is currently being treated at Danbury Hospital's Intensive Care Unit (ICU).
Connecticut Governor Limits Gatherings to 5 People
So let's play a game, you have 5 celebrities to pick to quarantine dead or alive, who do you choose?
Governor Lamont Asks the President for a Disaster Declaration
Governor Lamont has asked the White House to declare Connecticut a disaster area.
Connecticut State Parks Remain Open With CDC Guidelines
Great news, CT state parks get the green light from Governor Lamont to stay open.
How to Avoid COVID-19 On Anything You're Bringing Into Your Home
Your washing your hands, your practicing social distancing, and your staying home most of the time, but what about the stuff your bringing into your home?
City of Danbury Preparing for What Could Be a 'Surge of Patients'
Mayor Mark wants to bring about new resources to prepare Danbury for the possible overrun of Covid-19 patients.