How To Prepare For A Pandemic Like Coronavirus, According To The CDC

Disinfection professionals wearing protective gear spray anti-septic solution against the coronavirus (COVID-19) at a traditional market on February 26, 2020 in Seoul, South Korea.

The rapid spread and relative intensity of the coronavirus has caused widespread concern across the world. In the U.S., stocks have dropped as health officials warn that the virus could reach pandemic proportions that could cause severe disruption.

While President Donald Trump has pledged to hold a press conference to address the growing panic over the disease, health officials at the CDC have released a guideline for preparing for a pandemic, as the HuffPost reports.

Most important is that people stay well-informed, according to Anne Schuchat, deputy director at the Center for Disease Control and Prevention.

“I think what’s really important for people (is) to stay informed, stay aware, and to learn about the circumstances,” she said.

Responses will likely need to be tailored to each locale, she warns.

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