Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resource Center
The Georgia Global Health Alliance is working closely with our public health partners to monitor and respond to available information regarding the outbreak of novel Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19), a new respiratory virus.
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If you are a partner or member of GGHA or its sister organization, Georgia Bio, and would like to add a link to this page, please email Maria Thacker at mthacker@gabio.org.
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Symptoms
Symptoms of COVID-19 include fever, cough and shortness of breath. Georgia's departments of Public Health are working with local health care providers throughout the state to ensure readiness to respond to this novel virus. Healthcare providers who suspect COVID-19 infection in a patient should report them immediately to DPH by calling 1-866-PUB-HLTH (1-866-782-4584) and ask for a Medical Epidemiologist.
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Important Links for Information on COVID-19:
CDC | What you need to know about coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)
CDC | Stop the Spread of Germs (COVID-19)
Georgia Department of Public Health | Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
Below are several resources from GGHA Partners and Members:
BIO Infographics: Part I and Part II
BIO’s Coronavirus Hub
Springer Nature: SARS-CoV-2 and COVID-19
Business Intelligence Bulletin – COVID19 Update
Latest news on COVID19 in Georgia from the Governor’s Office
View the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Coronavirus resource page 
NYT Opinion Piece: How Much Worse the Coronavirus Could Get, in Charts
SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan, the State of Georgia declaration has been signed and issued
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Guidelines for Business
All employers should be ready to implement strategies to protect their workforce from the Coronavirus while ensuring continuity of operations. Download these guides created by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation based on information provided by the CDC, to learn more about how employers and employees can prepare for and address the impacts of the Coronavirus.
Corporate Aid Tracker
The business community is mobilizing its expertise and resources to assist with the relief and containment efforts. Access the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Corporate Aid Tracker to see examples of how businesses are responding. You can use this link to access the corporate aid form and submit your company’s information. If you have questions regarding the tracker, please email Will Powell at wpowell@uschamber.com.
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