Snohomish County man, first in US with coronavirus, is now 'fully recovered'
A Snohomish County man, who was the first person in the U.S. to be diagnosed with Wuhan coronavirus, is fully recovered and released from home isolation.
A Snohomish County man, who was the first person in the U.S. to be diagnosed with Wuhan coronavirus, is fully recovered and released from home isolation.
Coronavirus patients to be treated at Spokane hospital
At least five patients who have tested positive for the new virus that caused an outbreak China will be treated at a hospital in Spokane.
At least five patients who have tested positive for the new virus that caused an outbreak China will be treated at a hospital in Spokane.
Olympia woman who was stuck on cruise ship in Japan tests positive for coronavirus
The thousands of passengers aboard the now infamous Diamond Princess cruise ship were finally able to leave this week, but 600 of those passengers tested positive for novel coronavirus.Earlier this week, the U.S. State Department evacuated more than 300 American passengers -- including Marianne Obenchain from Olympia -- to multiple quarantine sites."I did get a little bit teary and upset, because that is not what you want to hear," she told Q13 News in a Facetime interview from a California hospital.She said officials swabbed her throat before she left the cruise ship, then swabbed her throat again during quarantine in the U.S."And then about two maybe three hours after that I got another knock on my door and it was two American health officials saying, 'I'm sorry but your test has come back positive for coronavirus,'" Marianne recalled.She said she has no symptoms and remains in good spirits."I will be tested every day ...
The thousands of passengers aboard the now infamous Diamond Princess cruise ship were finally able to leave this week, but 600 of those passengers tested positive for novel coronavirus.Earlier this week, the U.S. State Department evacuated more than 300 American passengers -- including Marianne Obenchain from Olympia -- to multiple quarantine sites."I did get a little bit teary and upset, because that is not what you want to hear," she told Q13 News in a Facetime interview from a California hospital.She said officials swabbed her throat before she left the cruise ship, then swabbed her throat again during quarantine in the U.S."And then about two maybe three hours after that I got another knock on my door and it was two American health officials saying, 'I'm sorry but your test has come back positive for coronavirus,'" Marianne recalled.She said she has no symptoms and remains in good spirits."I will be tested every day ...
UW to stream forum on coronavirus
SEATTLE -- If you're interested in learning more about the coronavirus, you're not alone.The University of Washington is hosting a public forum all about the outbreak on Wednesday night.The event is from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and features a variety of health and medical experts.
SEATTLE -- If you're interested in learning more about the coronavirus, you're not alone.The University of Washington is hosting a public forum all about the outbreak on Wednesday night.The event is from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and features a variety of health and medical experts.
Restrictions due to coronavirus cut Washington mother's chance at Tokyo Marathon
DUVALL, Wash. -- Fears of the coronavirus are taking a toll on one of the biggest events in the world.
DUVALL, Wash. -- Fears of the coronavirus are taking a toll on one of the biggest events in the world.
Coronavirus fears are impacting some Asian-American businesses in western Washington
SEATTLE - Coronavirus fears are taking a toll on some Asian-American businesses in western Washington.
SEATTLE - Coronavirus fears are taking a toll on some Asian-American businesses in western Washington.
'It's hard to stay positive': Five Washington state residents stuck on cruise ship in Japan amid coronavirus outbreak
Five Washington residents are among the 3,700 people locked down on a cruise ship in Japan amid the novel coronavirus outbreak that has sickened tens of thousands and killed more than 1,100 people worldwide.Japan’s health ministry says 39 new cases of the virus have been confirmed on the Diamond Princess, bringing the total number of cases on the cruise ship to 174.Japanese health officials began medical checks on all of the ship's 3,700 passengers and crew after one previous passenger tested positive for the new virus.
Five Washington residents are among the 3,700 people locked down on a cruise ship in Japan amid the novel coronavirus outbreak that has sickened tens of thousands and killed more than 1,100 people worldwide.Japan’s health ministry says 39 new cases of the virus have been confirmed on the Diamond Princess, bringing the total number of cases on the cruise ship to 174.Japanese health officials began medical checks on all of the ship's 3,700 passengers and crew after one previous passenger tested positive for the new virus.
Trump says coronavirus will 'miraculously' be gone by April ‘once the weather warms up’
MANCHESTER, N.H. (KRON) – President Donald Trump on Monday took the stage at a campaign rally in Manchester hours before polls were set to open in its primary.One of the main topics Trump addressed is the deadly coronavirus outbreak, which has claimed the lives of more than 1,000 people in mainland China.At the rally, Trump told the crowd “in theory” that once the weather warms up “the virus” will “miraculously” go away come April.“I hope that’s true,” Trump added. “But we’re doing great in our country.”Trump goes on to reference the US relationship with China before going back to the coronavirus.“I think it’s going to work out good.
MANCHESTER, N.H. (KRON) – President Donald Trump on Monday took the stage at a campaign rally in Manchester hours before polls were set to open in its primary.One of the main topics Trump addressed is the deadly coronavirus outbreak, which has claimed the lives of more than 1,000 people in mainland China.At the rally, Trump told the crowd “in theory” that once the weather warms up “the virus” will “miraculously” go away come April.“I hope that’s true,” Trump added. “But we’re doing great in our country.”Trump goes on to reference the US relationship with China before going back to the coronavirus.“I think it’s going to work out good.
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to give $100 million for coronavirus global response
SEATTLE -- The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation will give up to $100 million for the global response to the 2019 novel coronavirus outbreak, according to a news release from the foundation.The nonprofit says the funding will go toward strengthening detection, isolation and treatment efforts; protecting at-risk populations, and developing vaccines, treatments and diagnostics.“Multilateral organizations, national governments, the private sector and philanthropies must work together to slow the pace of the outbreak, help countries protect their most vulnerable citizens and accelerate the development of the tools to bring this epidemic under control,” said Gates Foundation CEO Mark Suzman. “Our hope is that these resources will help catalyze a rapid and effective international response.
SEATTLE -- The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation will give up to $100 million for the global response to the 2019 novel coronavirus outbreak, according to a news release from the foundation.The nonprofit says the funding will go toward strengthening detection, isolation and treatment efforts; protecting at-risk populations, and developing vaccines, treatments and diagnostics.“Multilateral organizations, national governments, the private sector and philanthropies must work together to slow the pace of the outbreak, help countries protect their most vulnerable citizens and accelerate the development of the tools to bring this epidemic under control,” said Gates Foundation CEO Mark Suzman. “Our hope is that these resources will help catalyze a rapid and effective international response.
Portland convention rescheduled over coronavirus fears
PORTLAND, Ore. -- A textile convention in Portland is being rescheduled due concerns over a virus outbreak in China.KOIN reports that the Materials Show, which helps connect textile suppliers with clothing and shoe companies, was set for February 12-13 at the Oregon Convention Center.Organizers said they were forced to postpone next week’s show because of coronavirus fears since so many of the supplies are based in China.Organizers said many of their colleagues and friends have been directly affected by the virus.That virus has mostly affected China, where more than 20,000 people have contracted the virus — and about 500 people have died.
PORTLAND, Ore. -- A textile convention in Portland is being rescheduled due concerns over a virus outbreak in China.KOIN reports that the Materials Show, which helps connect textile suppliers with clothing and shoe companies, was set for February 12-13 at the Oregon Convention Center.Organizers said they were forced to postpone next week’s show because of coronavirus fears since so many of the supplies are based in China.Organizers said many of their colleagues and friends have been directly affected by the virus.That virus has mostly affected China, where more than 20,000 people have contracted the virus — and about 500 people have died.
North Bend fire training facility designated as coronavirus quarantine site
NORTH BEND, Wash. -- Starting Thursday, Washington state will have a set location to handle travelers who have been placed under quarantine and can't quarantine themselves at home.The state Department of Health coordinated with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to use Washington State Patrol's fire training academy off I-90 in North Bend.Sea-Tac Airport passengers who spent time in the Hubei province in China where the outbreak started will be placed under quarantine at the facility.People who are quarantined likely would only be there a few days before being cleared.
NORTH BEND, Wash. -- Starting Thursday, Washington state will have a set location to handle travelers who have been placed under quarantine and can't quarantine themselves at home.The state Department of Health coordinated with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to use Washington State Patrol's fire training academy off I-90 in North Bend.Sea-Tac Airport passengers who spent time in the Hubei province in China where the outbreak started will be placed under quarantine at the facility.People who are quarantined likely would only be there a few days before being cleared.
Update: Patient at Northwest Hospital tests negative for coronavirus
UPDATE (Jan. 31, 2020): A hospital spokesperson says the patient has tested negative for Wuhan coronavirus and has been discharged.Original story: SEATTLE -- A patient at Northwest Hospital is being tested for possible coronavirus, a UW Medicine spokesperson said Tuesday.The person was admitted Tuesday afternoon and is listed in satisfactory condition.
UPDATE (Jan. 31, 2020): A hospital spokesperson says the patient has tested negative for Wuhan coronavirus and has been discharged.Original story: SEATTLE -- A patient at Northwest Hospital is being tested for possible coronavirus, a UW Medicine spokesperson said Tuesday.The person was admitted Tuesday afternoon and is listed in satisfactory condition.
US beefs up screening of travelers from China for Coronavirus, including at Sea-Tac
Seattle-Tacoma is among more than a dozen airports where screenings will be added for novel Coronavirus, the CDC said Tuesday.
Seattle-Tacoma is among more than a dozen airports where screenings will be added for novel Coronavirus, the CDC said Tuesday.
3 University of Washington students tested for Coronavirus after traveling to China
Three University of Washington students who recently traveled to Wuhan, China are being tested for novel Coronavirus.
Three University of Washington students who recently traveled to Wuhan, China are being tested for novel Coronavirus.
CDC announces first US case of Wuhan coronavirus is in Washington state
The first case of Wuhan coronavirus has been reported in the United States, in Washington state, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced Tuesday.
The first case of Wuhan coronavirus has been reported in the United States, in Washington state, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced Tuesday.