Coronavirus A walk through a deserted Paris

Coronavirus A walk through a deserted Paris

With France in coronavirus lockdown, Paris has become almost deserted, with only a few joggers, pedestrians and vehicles remaining on the streets – a far cry from the crowds and traffic that normally fill the French capital. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qk4sVFM3jUE&feature=emb_logo From Notre-Dame Cathedral to the world-famous Louvre Museum, landmarks normally swarming with tourists and locals now resemble

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Italian streets fill with song as millions remain on coronavirus lockdown

Italian streets fill with song as millions remain on coronavirus lockdown

Italians on lockdown are turning to song to connect with each other as the country, the epicenter of the coronavirus pandemic in Europe, remains on lockdown.Videos circulating on social media show deserted streets as residents sing out their windows or off their balconies.Some songs are hopeful. Some defiant. Some operatic, even chilling. Italian Premier Giuseppe

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Italy shutdown

Italy shutdown

Italy shut all stores except for pharmacies and food shops in a desperate bid to halt the spread of the novel coronavirus that has killed 827 in the country in just over two weeks. Scenes from a day of weirdness in quarantine in Rome, Italy as Romans socially distance to avoid spreading the coronavirus. ‘Rome,

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Hydroxychloroquine, chloroquine and other potential COVID-19 treatments explained

Hydroxychloroquine, chloroquine and other potential COVID-19 treatments explained

During two of this week’s White House briefings, President Trump referred specifically to two potential treatments that have been identified by medical researchers and clinicians, and that have undergone various degrees of investigation and testing in the ongoing fight against the global coronavirus pandemic. It’s important to note upfront that regardless of what you may

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L.A. County sees increase in cases

L.A. County sees increase in cases

A man with an underlying medical condition became the second person to die of the coronavirus in Los Angeles County, officials announced Thursday, and the total number of confirmed cases rose by 40 overnight to 230. The man who died was between 30 and 50 years old, county health officials said at a news conference.

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L.A. orders all nonessential businesses closed, bans public gatherings of any size

L.A. orders all nonessential businesses closed, bans public gatherings of any size

In a dramatic bid to slow the spread of the coronavirus, Los Angeles County and city officials announced new orders Thursday that severely restrict public movements. The Los Angeles County order requires all indoor malls, shopping centers, playgrounds and nonessential retail businesses to close and prohibits gatherings of more than 10 people in enclosed spaces.

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When and How to Wash Your Hands

When and How to Wash Your Hands

Hand washing is one of the best ways to protect yourself and your family from getting sick. Learn when and how you should wash your hands to stay healthy. Wash Your Hands Often to Stay Healthy You can help yourself and your loved ones stay healthy by washing your hands often, especially during these key

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Coronavirus

Coronavirus

A coronavirus is a kind of common virus that causes an infection in your nose, sinuses, or upper throat. Most coronaviruses aren’t dangerous. What Is a Coronavirus? Coronaviruses were first identified in the 1960s, but we don’t know where they come from. They get their name from their crown-like shape. Sometimes, but not often, a

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