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 the 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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Everything about the coronavirus pandemic is scary but you shouldn't be afraid to keep your vaccine appointment.
130 New Confirmed COVID-19 Cases in El Paso
Please still take some caution when going out and engaging in activities with others.
Are You Going To Get Evicted? Here's How To Pay Some Back Rent
Tenants can get assistance to pay up to 12 months of past due rent and up to three months of future rent.
No COVID Vaccine Needed At UTEP, EPCC, Or NMSU? Really?
Aren't they supposed to be centers of education? The should educate themselves and require the vaccine for students and employees.
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175 New Confirmed COVID-19 Cases in El Paso
Please still take some caution when going out and engaging in activities with others.
Rage Against The Machine Is Coming To El Paso - Next Year
The good news is we are still the kick off point for their world tour. The bad news is it's not happening until 2022.
El Paso Catholic Diocese Makes Changes To Mass Capacity
There are changes to who can attend Mass, but not to the numbers at weddings and funerals.
Selling Or Buying Fake COVID-19 Vaccine Cards Could Cost $5,000
By using a fake vaccine card you will continue letting the COVID-19 pandemic rage and that could mean potential further shutdowns.
Shop For Local Plants During UTEP's FloraFest In April
This annual plant sale has native species that can withstand our weather and help our local ecosystem.
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Please still take some caution when going out and engaging in activities with others.
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Please still take some caution when going out and engaging in activities with others.