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.
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Kalamazoo's Dia de los Muertos Festival Going Virtual for 2020
This is a tradition that goes back over 3,000 years and was celebrated by the Aztecs and other inhabitants of what is now central Mexico.
Christmas Vacation is Back for Annual Screening at State Theatre
Seating will also be separated in to "pods" of no more than four seats together, so organize your kin accordingly.
Vine Neighborhood Featured in Music Video about Quarantine
Contrary to its title, the song is laid back and groovy with a catchy hook that quickly turns in to an ear worm.
Curry in a Hurry to Reopen November 4th
Congratulations on the reopening, Chef Reid and crew of Curry in a Hurry!
A View from Atop One of the Most Iconic Marquees in Michigan
We're still wondering how Dave got his drum kit up there...
State on the Street - Live Music, Throwback Drink Specials, Free!
Join the Kalamazoo State Theatre's State on the Street every Friday through October from 5:00pm to 7:00pm.
Pfizer is Making Progress on a COVID-19 Vaccine: What We Know Now
As pharmaceutical companies worldwide race to find a vaccine for the novel Coronavirus, progress is being made at Pfizer, headquartered in Kalamazoo.
Motörhead selling amazing Lemmy facemasks
You can now sport the iconic mug of late Motörhead frontman Lemmy while staying safe with this official "Faces of Lemmy" masks...
President Trump & First Lady Melania Trump Test Positive for COVID-19
President Trump announced that he and his wife, Melania Trump, have tested positive for the coronavirus. Trump shared the news on Twitter early Friday morning.
Michigan Couple Played Over 1,000 Games During Pandemic
Trying to find a way to pass the time while you're cooped up with your partner?