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Featured COCA Call: Outbreak of 2019 Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV)—Interim Guidance for Clinicians HAN 427 Update and Interim Guidance on Outbreak of 2019 Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) Prepare Your Health Learn more about how to be ready for many types of emergencies. Last Reviewed: March 19, 2020 Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Syndicate home Emergency Preparedness and Response Protect Yourself and Loved Ones plus icon Prepare Your Health Shelter In Place Coping with a Disaster or Traumatic Event plus icon Taking Care of Your Emotional Health Helping Children Cope Response Resources for Leaders Resources for State and Local Governments Emergency Responders: Tips for taking care of yourself Information on Specific Types...