EPA releases list of approved disinfectants to use against coronavirus

“Using the correct disinfectant is an important part of preventing and reducing the spread of illnesses along with other critical aspects such as hand washing,” said EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler.

Traveling amid the coronavirus outbreak: What you need to know

As the virus grows globally, being smart about planning travel, be it domestic or international, and how to protect yourself is crucial.

Trump signs $8.3B bill to combat coronavirus outbreak in US

President Donald Trump on Friday signed an $8.3 billion measure to help tackle the coronavirus outbreak that has killed 12 people in the U.S. and infected more than 200.

Florida police department offers to test your illegal drugs for the coronavirus

“If you have recently purchased cocaine, meth, heroin, or any other street drugs locally, it may be contaminated with the coronavirus. Please bring the drugs to the police department and we will test them for free.”

Feds boost testing aid as coronavirus cases climb

The federal government will send “tens of thousands” of novel coronavirus testing kits to the state and asked people not to purchase a type of tight-fitting mask to protect themselves from the contagion, Gov. Ron DeSantis on said on Thursday.

Vatican City reports its first case of coronavirus days after Pope tested negative

Vatican City was hit by the virus, with the tiny city-state confirming its first coronavirus case Friday but not saying who was infected. The Vatican has insisted Pope Francis, who has been sick, only has a cold. 

Tracking the latest developments with coronavirus
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Another person in the United States has died from the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) and at least one more person in Florida has been diagnosed with the illness. The federal government will send ?tens of thousands? of COVID-19 testing kits to the state and asked people not to purchase a type of tight-fitting mask to protect themselves from the contagion, Gov. Ron DeSantis on said on Thursday.

Health official licks finger moments after warning people during coronavirus press conference

During a coronavirus press conference, the director of a California county health department did something so many people do every single day, but it was also something she had just warned the public to not do -- she licked her finger before turning a page.

Latest on coronavirus outbreak
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FOX 35 NewsEdge@8 Anchor Stephen Hauck is at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta, tracking the latest developments in the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak in America.

Coronavirus: Here’s why it matters, and how it could affect you

If the flu impacts so many more people each year and has caused more deaths than the coronavirus, why has this new ailment received such significant attention from health and government officials? 

Global Health Conference canceled due to coronavirus concerns

The Orange County Convention Center and the conference both confirmed that he is still expected to speak at the HIMSS Global Health Conference & Exhibition on Monday afternoon.

Nurses: Healthcare providers in California, U.S. 'unprepared' to handle coronavirus

The nurses union petitioned the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration to adopt an emergency temporary standard to protect health care workers, patients, and the public.

Churches making changes due to coronavirus concerns
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Churches are being forced to make changes as precautions to prevent the possible spread of coronavirus.

Telemedicine video chat could help contain coronavirus
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If you are sick, doctors say you should stay home. Experts at AdventHealth plans to send out information next week about the telemedicine app, which allows patients and doctors to conduct a video consultation without the risk of affecting others.

Global Health Conference canceled due to coronavirus concerns
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While the coronavirus has not been reported in Orange County, the area is beginning to feel the impact on an economic level as one major conference that was expected to host President Donald Trump has been canceled.