[Sticky] Coronavirus Facts & News Thread.

@james

CDC never denied that that the coronavirus came from Wuhan, China

CDC should have informed the public earlier. 

Can I get coronavirus from my pet?

There is no reason at this time to think that any animals, including pets, in the United States might be a source of infection with this new coronavirus that causes COVID-19. To date, CDC has not received any reports of pets or other animals becoming sick with COVID-19 in the United States.
Pets have other types of coronaviruses that can make them sick, like canine and feline coronaviruses. These other coronaviruses cannot infect people and are not related to the current COVID-19 outbreak.

However, since animals can spread other diseases to people, it’s always a good idea to practice healthy habits around pets and other animals, such as washing your hands and maintaining good hygiene. For more information on the many benefits of pet ownership, as well as staying safe and healthy around animals including pets, livestock, and wildlife, visit CDC’s Healthy Pets, Healthy People website.

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/faq.html

can animals carry the coronavirus to their skin or fur?

At this time, there is no evidence that the virus that causes COVID-19 can spread to people from the skin or fur of pets.
Talk to your veterinarian about the best ways to care for your pet.

@james

CDC has declared that the origin of the coronavirus was in Wuhan, China. i