Coronavirus Update In United States: Weekend Of March 6

The number of people who have died as a result of the new coronavirus grew late Friday night when health officials confirmed the deaths of the two Florida residents. Until now, all other reported deaths have been on the West Coast, including 14 in Washington state and one in California.

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Here are developments surrounding the virus in the United States:

Latest global and U.S. confirmed cases and deaths from Johns Hopkins.

Coronavirus Outbreak: Tips To Prepare At Home

NBA Teams May Play For Empty Arenas Amid Coronavirus Concerns

The league circulated a memo to its teams Friday, but LeBron James is already saying he won't play basketball in an empty arena.

Washington Coronavirus Cases Top 100; 16 Dead

Three new Washington counties are reporting coronavirus cases Saturday, bringing the total affected counties to seven.

Coronavirus In NY: 76 Cases, State Of Emergency Declared

The number of cases increased from 44 on Friday to 76 on Saturday, officials say. A state of emergency was declared.

First Presumptive Positive Coronavirus Case Reported In DC

Mayor Muriel Bowser confirmed the District's first presumptive positive case of coronavirus in a Saturday tweet.

6 New Coronavirus Cases Confirmed In San Francisco

Six more San Francisco residents are infected with COVID-19, bringing the city's total to eight. All had known contact with other patients.

New Coronavirus Case In California County Brings Total To 14

Los Angeles County's 14th case is a resident who recently returned from attending the AIPAC Conference in Washington, D.C.

Coronavirus In Arizona: 2 New Cases Reported In Pinal County

Both individuals are presumed to test positive for the new coronavirus, bringing total cases in the state to five.

6th Illinois Coronavirus Patient Is Chicago Public School Staffer

A special education assistant who recently traveled on the Grand Princess cruise ship has tested positive for COVID-19, authorities said.

University Of Rhode Island Suspends International Travel Over Concerns Of Coronavirus

Amid growing international and local concerns over the spread of the new coronavirus, the University of Rhode Island has suspended all international travel, effective Monday, until May 1.

Cruise Ship Barred From Docking At San Francisco Cruise Terminal

Twenty-one of 46 people tested for the new coronavirus have the illness. Now everyone aboard the ship will be tested.

8 Presumptive Positive Coronavirus Cases Confirmed In Colorado

Two Denver residents and an El Paso County resident have tested 'presumptive positive' for the new coronavirus, health officials said.

Third Likely Case Of Coronavirus Identified In Rhode Island

The woman came in direct contact with one of the first two confirmed cases, the Rhode Island Department of Health said.

L.A. Marathon Weekend Goes On With Coronavirus Prevention In Mind

Health officials and race organizers said they are implementing ways to prevent any possible spread of the virus during the race and expo.

LAX Worker Among 2 More Coronavirus Cases Confirmed in California

A screener at Los Angeles International Airport and a traveler to Italy tested positive, health officials said.

Hospital Worker Is First Confirmed Coronavirus Case In CT

A Danbury Hospital and Norwalk Hospital employee has tested positive for COVID-19.

Tips from the CDC on dealing with coronavirus

While the best way to prevent illness is to avoid virus exposure, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention always recommends taking preventive actions to contain the spread of viruses. This includes:

• Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
• Stay home when you are sick.
• Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipes.
• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom, before eating, after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.