Florida reports 2 deaths in state from coronavirus
The Florida Department of Health (DOH) on Friday confirmed that two people have died from the coronavirus (COVID-19) in Florida. One case is out of Lee County in Southwest Florida and the other is out of Santa Rosa County in the Panhandle.
Coronavirus: Is it safe to handle cash? Are pregnant women more susceptible?
A medical team answers questions about the coronavirus during FOX 35 NewsEdge at 6 p.m. In this segment, we answer questions about how the coronavirus could impact how we handle cash or credit cards and what precautions people should take if they are planning a cruise. The phone lines are no longer accepting calls.
Steps to protect yourself from coronavirus
FOX 35 News Anchor Stephen Hauck is in Atlanta to report on President Trump's visit to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. He talked with Dr. Archna Poddar, with the Reagan Medical Center, about how to prevent the spread of the virus.
Coronavirus: How does it compare to the flu?
A medical team answers questions about the coronavirus during FOX 35 NewsEdge at 6 p.m. In this segment, we answer questions about how the coronavirus compares to the flu and what precautions should businesses take to protect patrons. The phone lines are no longer accepting calls.
'Stop the Handshake' campaign urges unnecessary contact
An Orlando couple is using the coronavirus to encourage people to keep their hands to themselves with the "Stop the Handshake" campaign.
Coronavirus spark travel deals
Prices on some cruises and flights are very low due to worry over the coronavirus. Some businesses are even offering incentives to book travel now or keep reservations.
Coronavirus: Should I cancel my flight or cruise?
A medical team answers questions about the coronavirus during FOX 35 News at 5 p.m. In this segment, doctors answer questions about the whether or not it is safe to fly or take a cruise. The phone lines are no longer accepting calls.
Coronavirus: Don't panic and remember 'knowledge is power'
A medical team answers questions about the coronavirus during FOX 35 News at 5 p.m. In this segment, doctors stress that panic about the virus is almost as impactful as the virus itself and could have reverberations around the world. The phone lines are no longer accepting calls.
Coronavirus: Are supplements effective? Are packages from overseas contaminated?
A medical team answers questions about the coronavirus during FOX 35 News at 5 p.m. In this segment, we answer questions about the effectiveness of health supplements in fighting the virus and concerns about packages shipped from overseas that might have been exposed to the coronavirus. The phone lines are no longer accepting calls.
Cruise lines screening passengers for coronavirus
Cruise lines are putting new measures in please to screen for the coronavirus. One of the measures includes testing passengers with no-touch digital thermometers.
President Trump visits CDC in Atlanta
President Trump has made a stop at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta. Earlier in the day, the president signed a bipartisan $8.3 billion coronavirus funding bill into law.
Tracking the latest developments with coronavirus
Another person in the United States has died from the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) and at least one more person in Florida has been diagnosed with the illness. The federal government will send “tens of thousands” of COVID-19 testing kits to the state and asked people not to purchase a type of tight-fitting mask to protect themselves from the contagion, Gov. Ron DeSantis on said on Thursday.
Latest on coronavirus outbreak
FOX 35 NewsEdge@8 Anchor Stephen Hauck is at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta, tracking the latest developments in the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak in America.
Churches making changes due to coronavirus concerns
Churches are being forced to make changes as precautions to prevent the possible spread of coronavirus.
Telemedicine video chat could help contain coronavirus
If you are sick, doctors say you should stay home. Experts at AdventHealth plans to send out information next week about the telemedicine app, which allows patients and doctors to conduct a video consultation without the risk of affecting others.
Global Health Conference canceled due to coronavirus concerns
While the coronavirus has not been reported in Orange County, the area is beginning to feel the impact on an economic level as one major conference that was expected to host President Donald Trump has been canceled.
Coronavirus risk to Florida still remains low, governor says
Another Florida resident is presumed to have tested positive for the coronavirus, identified as an elderly man in the Panhandle. Still, Gov. Ron DeSantis on Thursday stressed that the risk to Florida still remains low.
Tracking the coronavirus
California reported its first coronavirus death on Wednesday, bringing the national toll to 11.
Cleaning supplies cleaned out over coronavirus
As worries of a coronavirus outbreak spread, hand sanitizers are becoming harder to find. One manufacturer, Purell, tells FOX 35 News it has increased production.
Answering coronavirus questions
FOX 35 News took the streets with Dr. J. Matthew Knight to answer questions people have about the coronavirus.