Louisiana was visited by U-S Surgeon General Jerome Adams today as the state ramps up preparations for the continued spread of COVID-19. Adams implored every Louisianan, particularly the young, to do their part to fight the virus.
He also warned if you think you’re getting symptoms that it usually takes 24 to 48 hours to get the results of the test back.
Sporting events are being wiped out across nation due to the coronavirus and LSU has not been exempt. All SEC sports events have been axed through March 30th. LSU Baseball coach Paul Mainieri talked to reporters upon hearing the breaking developments.
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Stocks are getting hammered today with the Dow Jones down over eight percent, and a bear market officially has been designated. Tulane Professor of Finance Peter Ricchiuti says for those investors who have their money tied up in the market and are feeling uneasy, it is understandable to want to offload some of that stock.
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COVID-19 is provoking anxiety in many as the number of cases continues to grow internationally, and locally. LSU Health New Orleans professor of Clinical Psychology Michelle Moore says the best ways to handle the stress is to get information from trusted sources, don’t subject yourself to too much social media, and approach it like you would a hurricane.
She adds talking to your children about the virus may be a difficult conversation, but teaching them how to stay safe at this time is important.