On February 11, 2020, the World Health Organization announced an official name for the disease that is causing the 2019 novel coronavirus outbreak, first identified in Wuhan, China. The disease is coronavirus disease 2019, abbreviated as COVID-19. In COVID-19, ‘CO’ stands for ‘corona,’ ‘VI’ for ‘virus,’ and ‘D’ for disease. There are many types of human coronaviruses including some that commonly cause mild upper-respiratory tract illnesses. COVID-19 is a new disease, caused by a novel (or new) coronavirus that has not previously been seen in humans. As the outbreak continues to have an effect on Capital Region communities, Q105.7 is committed to bringing you the latest developments, resources, and information to assist in this time of social distancing. Bookmark this page to stay updated with COVID-19 and how it affects the Albany, Saratoga, Troy and other areas.
Governor Hochul Reveals Plan To Assess Ending New York School Mask Mandate
Now that the state mask mandate for businesses has been lifted, the big question for parents is when will the school mandate get lifted?
New York To End Mask Mandate For Businesses Thursday
It is another sign we are emerging from another COVID surge.
How Led Zeppelin and COVID Saved Beth Hart
Forced into lockdown, blues-rock singer changed approach to her long-term mental health issues.
NY State, County Health Departments To End COVID Contact Tracing
As the winter surge of the Omicron variant continues, it will now be up to New Yorkers who test positive for COVID to self-quarantine and alert those they came in contact with.
Bands Recruit COVID-Sniffing Dogs to Detect Virus on Tours
Results suggest trained dogs are more accurate than traditional testing protocols.
Dead and Company Cancel Festival Due to COVID Outbreak
Playing in the Sand had been scheduled to kick off Jan. 7 in Cancun, Mexico.
Grammy Awards Postponed for Second Year Due to Omicron
The Recording Academy and CBS have pushed back the awards show once again.
15 Rock Songs About the Coronavirus, Lockdowns and Masks
Revisiting pandemic-inspired tunes from the last two years.
Alice Cooper Hopes All Big Bands Helped Crews Through COVID
His organization “put money aside” once scale of pandemic began to show.
The 21 Biggest Rock Acts Who Haven’t Toured Since COVID Hit
Revisiting the live pauses — and previewing the next touring moves — of AC/DC, Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr and more.
Brian May Tests Positive for COVID-19
"The shocking day finally came for me," guitarist posted online.
One in Five Concert Ticket Buyers Reportedly No-Show
Covid continues to impact the live music industry.