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
CT Teacher Hit With $16K Tax Bill After Raising Thousands to Donate Groceries
No good deed remains unpunished.
Top Doctor Talks Post COVID Syndrome and Long Term Virus Effects
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.
FBI Issues Warning to Watch Out for Fake COVID-19 Vaccine Cards
Your number was called, you got your vaccine appointments, you waiting on lines, got your shots, and now you have a pretty valuable card.
Top Doctor Addresses ‘Impending Doom’ and Explains Herd Immunity
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.
Not Getting The COVID-19 Vaccine Here’s What Could Happen
We know what happens when you get the COVID-19 vaccine, but what about the people who don't take it, what could lie ahead in their future.
Danbury Schools Decide Not to Reopen Full Time in April
Danbury schools will not reopen in April.
Will The COVID Vaccine Protect You From Different Variants, Top Dr. Responds
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.
Krispy Kreme Handing Out Free Donuts With Proof of COVID Vaccination
COVID vaccination = Free donut...
Danbury Area Restaurant Owners Speak Out on COVID Restrictions
Restaurant owners comment on COVID restrictions relief...