Prognosis
U.S. Health Officials Warn of Disruption If Virus Spreads Widely
- Caution from agency follows predictions infection will arrive
- Health response in U.S. would depend on severity of outbreak
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Top U.S. health officials described a range of measures the government could take if the outbreak of coronavirus that began in China spreads widely in the U.S., outlining emergency plans that could result in significant disruptions to daily life for some.
In the most drastic case, that could include school closings, cancellations of sporting events, concerts and business meetings. Similar measures have been taken by other countries facing outbreaks as the virus has begun to pop up in meaningful numbers outside China.