As a new kind of coronavirus grips China and makes its way to other parts of the world, scientists and the public alike are referring to it in different ways. Negative associations with a virus name can result in far-reaching implications. So, what to call it?

As a new kind of coronavirus grips China and makes its way to other parts of the world, scientists and the public alike are referring to it in different ways. Negative associations with a virus name can result in far-reaching implications. So, what to call it?

As a new kind of coronavirus grips China and makes its way to other parts of the world, scientists and the public alike are referring to it in different ways.&nbsp;Negative associations with a virus name can result in far-reaching implications. So, what to call it?

What to call this new coronavirus? Some cautionary tales.

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What to call this new coronavirus? Some cautionary tales.

What to call this new coronavirus? Some cautionary tales.