The number of coronavirus cases worldwide now exceeds 2,000,000. At a national level, the debate continues on when America can safely reopen. Some states are extending their stay-at-home guidelines and groups of states are forming regional coalitions to focus on post-coronavirus recovery.

Here are some updates from our clinicians, accurate as of April 15, 11:00PM EST:

United States of America Statistics:

Cases Diagnosed – 662,529

Recovered – 56,631

Deaths – 32,884

Get the latest updates from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

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Frequently Asked Question:

How does coronavirus spread?

The new coronavirus spreads easily. When an infected person coughs or sneezes, tiny droplets go out into the air. If the droplets land in someone’s mouth or nose, that person can get infected, too. The virus is more likely to spread when people are less than 6 feet away from each other.

You could also get infected if you touch something where droplets from a sneeze or cough have landed and then touch your face, eyes, mouth, or nose. But this is less common. The virus can live for 3 days on some surfaces, and possibly longer. Some research shows it can remain in the air for 3 hours.

Some people get COVID-19 through community spread. This is when someone is infected with the coronavirus and they aren’t sure how or where they became exposed. These people haven’t been to affected countries or spent time with people who are sick.

For more answers to your questions, visit our coronavirus FAQ page.

As Americans begin yet another week of the COVID-19 crisis, the number of confirmed cases has surpassed 500,000 and the virus has claimed over 21,000 lives in the U.S.

Here are some updates from our clinicians, accurate as of April 12, 11:00PM EST:

United States of America Statistics:

Cases Diagnosed – 564,971

Recovered – 32,794

Deaths – 22,447

Get the latest updates from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

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Frequently Asked Question:

I keep reading that COVID-19 is more deadly in people of color. Why is that?

In many parts of the US, the rate of confirmed cases and deaths is much higher among African Americans and Hispanics than other racial or ethnic groups. Experts say this may be for several reasons:

• More long-term health problems: African Americans are more likely to have chronic conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, asthma, obesity, and kidney disease. These health problems raise anyone’s risk of getting seriously ill from COVID-19. 
• Less access to health care: People of color in some cities or states may be less likely to have health insurance or access to health care.  
• Jobs, housing,and transportation: Many people of color live and work where it’s harder to stay away from others who may be infected with COVID-19. 
• People of color are more likely to live in big cities and in apartment buildings.
• They may rely on subways, buses, and other forms of public transportation. 
• They often hold essential jobs in health care, childcare, grocery work, food service, and public works – so they have to continue going to work throughout the crisis. 

For more answers to your questions, visit our coronavirus FAQ page.

While millions of Americans continue to be touched by the health issues and economic fallout caused by the coronavirus, tens of millions more suffer from isolation and loneliness. Early hot spots like New York look for any glimmer of hope while other areas, specifically the South, brace for the worst.

Here are some updates from our clinicians, accurate as of April 08, 11:00PM EST:

United States of America Statistics:

Cases Diagnosed – 432,216

Recovered – 24,413

Deaths – 15,732

Get the latest updates from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

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Frequently Asked Question:

What should I do if I have to work from home for a while?

Working from home can feel strange and stressful if you’re not used to it. Try these tips:

• Dress just like any normal workday.
• Set up your work space – ideally, a separate room where you can close the door. If that’s not possible, even a folding table and chair in a quiet corner will do.
• Stick to your usual work hours. Don’t sleep in or work extra late at night.
• Set goalsfor the day or week to help stay focused.
• Eat healthy meals and snacks. Don’t raid the refrigerator or pantry for junk food – it can raise your risk for getting sick.
• Check inwith coworkers regularly. Motivate each other!
• Limit distractions. Don’t let a sink full of dishes or a pile of laundry – or even a post on Instagram – take you away from your job. Set aside specific breaks in your day for chores, and save social media for after work.

For more answers to your questions, visit our coronavirus FAQ page.

As we begin the week, at least 311 million Americans in 41 states are being urged to stay at home. Many parts of the global economy have been literally shut down. The infection numbers and the fatalities continue to rise, but so does the number of recoveries.

Here are some updates from our clinicians, accurate as of April, 06, 11:00PM EST:

United States of America Statistics:

Cases Diagnosed – 339,597

Recovered – 18,029

Deaths – 9,695

Get the latest updates from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

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Commonly Asked Question:

What should I do if I think I’ve been exposed to the coronavirus? 

DON’T go straight to the doctor, ER, or walk-in clinic. You could make others sick. Instead, call your doctor if:

• You think you’ve been exposed to the coronavirus
• You’ve been around someone who is sick with COVID-19
• You have a fever, cough, or trouble breathing

Your doctor will decide if you need testing or if you can care for yourself at home (self-quarantine).

If you have mild symptoms, call your doctor early if you are over 60 or have serious or long-term health problems like heart disease, diabetes, or lung problems. Your risk of serious complications from COVID-19 is much higher.

For more answers to your questions, visit our coronavirus FAQ page.

COVID-19 continues to spread across the globe, changing almost every aspect of our lives – how we live, how we work, and how we communicate. EdLogics continues to monitor the impact.

Here are some updates from our clinicians, accurate as of April, 01, 11:00PM EST:

United States of America Statistics:

Cases Diagnosed – 221,216

Recovered – 10,018

Deaths – 4,939

Get the latest updates from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

The CDC has also drafted guidelines for businesses and employers to plan for and respond to COVID-19.

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Millions of American jobs have been lost because of COVID-19 and new unemployment claims continue to skyrocket.

Commonly Asked Question:

Who is most at risk for COVID-19?

There’s still a lot doctors don’t know about COVID-19. For now, the people who seem to have the highest risk of getting very sick or dying from it are adults over 60 and people with serious or long-term medical problems like heart disease, diabetes, or lung problems.

Younger people are also at risk. A recent report found that nearly 40 percent of people sick enough with COVID-19 to be in the hospital were age 20 to 54. Doctors are also finding the virus in children in some parts of the US. Still, the risk of dying from the virus is much higher in older people.

For more answers to your questions, visit our coronavirus FAQ page.