CDC, DHS initiate screenings at major airports to prevent spread of Chinese coronavirus
U.S. officials have begun screening major airports amid growing concerns of a coronavirus detected in China. One America’s Jacob Miller has more on the story.
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CDC: Nationwide vaping-related death toll rises to 60 people
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported two more people have died due to vaping-related illnesses, which brought the nationwide death toll to 60 people. On Friday, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo confirmed both victims were New York residents.
Chinese coronavirus cases discovered in Japan and Thailand
The new virus spreading in China has made its way to Japan. On Thursday, Japan’s chief cabinet secretary confirmed the country’s first coronavirus infection, which was traced back to the Chinese city of Wuhan.
WHO warns hospitals worldwide of outbreak of coronavirus affecting dozens in Central China
The World Health Organization (WHO) is warning hospitals around the world of a new virus identified in China. According to reports Tuesday, officials alerted the WHO about the possibility of an outbreak of a new coronavirus. It has now affected 41 people in Central China.