The rapid outbreak of coronavirus is causing serious illness and death in China and is spreading worldwide, including here in the U.S. We'll discuss the nature of this disease, why it is spreading so quickly, and what people in Maine can do to protect themselves. We will also talk about how this year's flu virus is a more immediate concern for Maine — how bad it is, why this year's cases have surged, and what is being done to address it.
Guests
Dr. Dora Mills, chief health improvement officer, MaineHealth
Dr. Nirav Shah, director, Maine Center for Disease Control
Na Liu (by phone), physician based in Maine who is originally from Wuhan, China
Resources
- World Health Organization: Coronavirus
- Maine CDC: Coronaviruses
- State CDC Director Says Coronavirus Risk In Maine Is Relatively Low
- Everything else you need to know about coronavirus this week in the United States
- Coronavirus fears lead to worldwide mask shortages
- China Reports Nearly 100 Deaths In A Single Day From Coronavirus
- U.S. Warns Americans 'Do Not Travel To China' As Coronavirus Infections Surpass SARS
- Worried About Catching The New Coronavirus? In The U.S., Flu Is A Bigger Threat
- A traditional Chinese remedy said to help fight Wuhan coronavirus sparks skepticism -- and panic buying
- Mainers with ties to China describe life amid coronavirus outbreak