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RETRO 79 Why did we name it COVID-19?
Originally aired March 12, 2020
If you are looking for a lighter take on the global pandemic, you've come to the right place. Have you ever wondered how they come up with the names of new diseases? This week on Bunny Trails we'll walk you through the Word History of "coronavirus", as well as the process for naming the viruses and the diseases. We'll talk about who names them, how they name them, and why they name them as they do. BONUS: The best COVID-19 memes!
Copyright 2021 by The Readiness Corner, LLC - All Rights Reserved
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By Shauna Harrison, Dan Pugh
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Originally aired March 12, 2020
If you are looking for a lighter take on the global pandemic, you've come to the right place. Have you ever wondered how they come up with the names of new diseases? This week on Bunny Trails we'll walk you through the Word History of "coronavirus", as well as the process for naming the viruses and the diseases. We'll talk about who names them, how they name them, and why they name them as they do. BONUS: The best COVID-19 memes!
Copyright 2021 by The Readiness Corner, LLC - All Rights Reserved
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