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Coronavirus

Michael Reed March 1, 2020

In recent weeks, the coronavirus has occupied headlines as an ominous presence that has caused thousands of deaths in China and threatens to become a global epidemic. But what is the coronavirus, actually?...

This scanning electron microscope image shows SARS-CoV-2 (yellow)—also known as 2019-nCoV, the virus that causes COVID-19—isolated from a patient in the U.S., emerging from the surface of cells (blue/pink) cultured in the lab. 

Staying safe, protecting yourself from coronavirus

With the first recorded U.S. death from the coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, many people are wondering what symptoms to watch for and how to protect themselves.According to the World Health Organization...

Coronavirus testing

Kena Betancur / Getty Images March 1, 2020

A researcher works in a lab that is developing testing for the COVID-19 coronavirus at Hackensack Meridian Health Center for Discovery and Innovation on February 28, 2020 in Nutley, New Jersey. The facility...

A researcher works in a lab that is developing testing for the COVID-19 coronavirus at Hackensack Meridian Health Center for Discovery and Innovation on February 28, 2020 in Nutley, New Jersey. The facility develops novel therapies for some of the world's most difficult diseases. At least 53 countries have reported cases of infection.

Coronavirus: symptoms to watch out for, ways to protect yourself

Faith Karimi, CNN March 1, 2020

(CNN) -- As the United States recorded its first coronavirus death—and the number of infections grows worldwide—many people are wondering what symptoms to be on the lookout for and how to protect...

A cleaner sanitizes a wagon on a regional train at the Garibaldi train station in Milan, Italy, Friday, Feb. 28, 2020. Authorities are taking new measures to sanitize trains and public transportation after the COVID-19 virus outbreak. (AP Photo/Luca Bruno)

Italy reports a 50 percent increase in confirmed coronavirus cases

Jay Croft, CNN March 1, 2020

(CNN) -- Italy reported a 50% increase in coronavirus cases Sunday, as the U.S. further restricted travel and the famed La Scala opera house closed.Italy's Civil Protection Authority reported the county...

Meet the Undergraduate Student Government Candidates

March 1, 2020

Kent State students will have an opportunity to vote in this year’s USG election and cast their vote for next year’s officers.“Senators for colleges are elected,” said Megan Milam, Junior Political...

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Trump

Dear Editor: Honor is defined as, “a keen sense of right and wrong; adherence to principles considered right: as, to behave with honor.” This is word for word from Webster’s New World Dictionary. Respect...

Vice President Mike Pence announces travel restrictions to areas of South Korea and Italy during a press conference Feb. 29, 2020.

US confirms first coronavirus death; expands travel restrictions

Maegan Vazquez, CNN February 29, 2020

    (CNN) -- The Trump administration on Saturday announced new travel restrictions after confirmation of the first coronavirus death in the US, with President Donald Trump signaling a more robust...

Kent State Florence held a conference about the coronavirus at the Palazzo Vettori on Feb. 26, 2020. 

Kent State Florence to send students back to US

With the rise to a Level 3 Travel Health Notice by the Centers for Disease Control, Kent State is requiring all students to return to the U.S. due to the increase of the coronavirus crisis in Italy.The...

Coronavirus Testing Development

Coronavirus Testing Development

Kena Betancur February 29, 2020

NUTLEY, NJ - FEBRUARY 28: A researcher works in a lab that is developing testing for the COVID-19 coronavirus at Hackensack Meridian Health Center for Discovery and Innovation on February 28, 2020 in Nutley,...

NUTLEY, NJ - FEBRUARY 28: A researcher works in a lab that is developing testing for the COVID-19 coronavirus at Hackensack Meridian Health Center for Discovery and Innovation on February 28, 2020 in Nutley, New Jersey. The facility develops novel therapies for some of the world's most difficult diseases. At least 53 countries have reported cases of infection. (Photo by Kena Betancur/Getty Images)

First death from coronavirus in the United States has occurred in Washington state, officials say

(CNN) -- [Breaking news update at 1:15 p.m. ET]A patient infected with the novel coronavirus in King County, Washington state, has died, a Washington Department of Health spokesperson said Saturday.It's...