Quantcast

Latest Stories

This page contains all of The Daily News and News Monitor's coverage of the novel coronavirus outbreak, and the illness it causes, called COVID-19.

Because this outbreak impacts public health, our coverage of the coronavirus is available to all readers. Our journalists are working hard to bring you the verified information below. Please consider supporting important local journalism with a subscription. (Click Here)

Are you a Richland County resident who’s been affected by the illness? Send us an email: newsmonitor@wahpetondailynews.com.

Poll: Let us know

Do voter identification laws present a voting barrier?

House Democrats introduced a bill that would reform the electoral process and remove barriers to voting. House Republicans say the bill could limit the power of states to conduct elections. There are 35 states that require some form of voter identification. North Dakota has a strict non-photo ID law and Minnesota has no voter ID law.

You voted:

A video from our sister paper, The Wenatchee World.

Jason Lake, the incoming chief medical officer of Confluence Health, discussed symptoms of the 2019 novel coronavirus and protective measures people should take to avoid it. Read more about the virus and the illness it causes, called COVID-19.

Click Here to watch more videos

Latest Stories

Symptoms

Information provided by the Center of Disease Control and Prevention

Symptoms

Symptoms of Coronavirus are similar to flu or colds and may include:

Runny nose, Headache, Cough, Sore throat, Fever and, A general feeling of being unwell

Preventative Measures

Information provided by the CDC

The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus. However, as a reminder, CDC always recommends everyday preventive actions to help prevent the spread of respiratory diseases, including:


• Allow at least six feet of space between people

• Wear a cloth face covering when you can't maintain physical distance

• Wash your hands often with soap and water.

• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.

• Stay home when you are sick.

• Avoid close contact with people who are sick.

• Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue or your elbow.

• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.

Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device.

Topics

Top Stories