Georgia-Pacific working to keep up with toilet paper demand

Empty shelves in stores are a common sight as people stock up on toilet paper over COVID-19 virus concerns.

Facebook acknowledges a bug is blocking coronavirus news

Facebook says a bug in its anti-spam system is blocking the publication of links to news stories about the coronavirus.

Big 3 automakers will partially shut down US plants, bolster safety measures to protect workers

The UAW and the big three automakers have agreed to not close its manufacturing plants, in exchange for new safety measures and an increase in adherence to CDC recommendations on social distancing in the workplace. 

Florida closing bars, nightclubs for 30 days; issues sweeping changes for restaurants, beaches

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced tighter guidelines for the state, including closing all bars and nightclubs for 30 days. The closure begins at 5 p.m. Tuesday. The decision comes after nearly 200 people have tested positive for the novel coronavirus.

Telehealth visits could play important role in COVID-19 crisis

The ability to confer with one's physician via digital means can be immensely beneficial to those who are not willing or able to leave their homes.

UPenn, Rutgers cancel on-campus commencement amid COVID-19 outbreak

The University of Pennsylvania has canceled the on-campus commencement for the Class of 2020 amid the coronavirus outbreak.

US hospitals fear crippling shortage of ventilators for coronavirus patients

The Society of Critical Care Medicine has projected that 960,000 coronavirus patients in the U.S. may need to be put on ventilators at one point or another during the outbreak.

Malls, amusement parks to close in NJ, governor says

New Jersey expanded coronavirus mitigation efforts Tuesday, ordering indoor malls and amusement centers closed, adding to to the theaters, casinos, gyms and dining rooms it shuttered earlier this week. All public and private schools, colleges and universities are joining the list Wednesday.