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Why Everything Is Closing For Coronavirus: It’s Called ‘Flattening The Curve’

Why are there so many closings and cancellations with fewer than 2,000 confirmed COVID-19 cases? Because public health officials know what’s coming.

Coronavirus: How Artificial Intelligence, Data Science And Technology Is Used To Fight The Pandemic

As coronavirus (COVID-19) swept from China to the rest of the world, emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), data science, and other technologies were thrust into action to help humans manage the crisis. Here are 10 ways technology …

Coronavirus/COVID-19: Consumer Sentiment Poses Bigger Threat To Electronics Than Manufacturing Delays – Part 3

With the outbreak now classified as a pandemic by the World Health Organization (WHO) as the virus rapidly spreads throughout Europe and the United States, the potential for maintaining a positive consumer sentiment seems nil.

Scientists In New York City Urge Closure Of Schools To Slow Down Spread Of Coronavirus

Thirty-six infectious disease scientists from New York City have written a letter to the mayor and officials urging them to do more to curb the spread of SARS-Cov2, the novel coronavirus that is causing a global pandemic of COVID-19.

Mississippi Lawmakers Put Competing Medical Marijuana Measure On Ballot, Frustrating Advocates

Activists believe lawmakers are trying to undermine a more robust cannabis measure by putting a competing, more limited one on the November ballot.

Health Official Warns Canadians Against Travel To The U.S. Amid Rising Number Of Cases Linked To The Country

Dr Bonnie Henry, the health officer for the western province of British Columbia suggested that Canadians should not travel internationally and face being quarantined on their return if they do choose to travel.

Coronavirus In Europe: Is It Safe To Visit? An Overview In Photos

European cities that have been suffering from over-tourism are now empty as the continent grapples with the Coronavirus pandemic.

Worried About Coronavirus? Now You Can Text Message A Chatbot With Questions

Telemedicine is reshaping the way doctors help patients who are worried about the new coronavirus.

New York City Declares State Of Emergency, Amid Statewide Ban On All Large Gatherings

The statewide ban on large gatherings will reportedly be in effect “for the foreseeable future,” Gov. Cuomo said.

Walgreens Joins CVS To Waive Drug Delivery Fees Amid Coronavirus Crisis

Walgreens will waive charges for home delivery of prescription medicines as the elderly and others at high risk for complications from the Coronavirus strain COVID-19 are urged to stay in their homes.