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Seg. 1: Coronavirus 101| Seg. 2: Coronavirus News Literacy

By Steve Kraske,
Gina Kaufmann, Melody Rowell
Published March 16, 2020 at 1:04 PM CDT
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Segment 1: Understanding the basics of what a virus is

With the increase in COVID-19 cases in this country, questions are swirling around the novel coronavirus. We thought this a good time for a Virology 101 primer. Gene Olinger described how viruses work, why they like humans, and why it is difficult to kill a virus once it enters our bodies.

  • Gene Olinger, principal science advisor for MRI Global

Segment 2: Boosting your coronavirus news literacy

When consuming online news, particularly by way of social media, it's important to have a strategy for vetting the accuracy and reliability of the content. Our experts offered tips for thinking critically, red flags that an article may contain misinformation and insights into how reputable news organizations vet the information they share. Plus, resources you can use to filter and rank online content for reliability.

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Steve Kraske
When I host Up To Date each morning at 9, my aim is to engage the community in conversations about the Kansas City area’s challenges, hopes and opportunities. I try to ask the questions that listeners want answered about the day’s most pressing issues and provide a place for residents to engage directly with newsmakers. Reach me at steve@kcur.org or on Twitter @stevekraske.
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Gina Kaufmann
People don't make cameos in news stories; the human story is the story, with characters affected by news events, not defined by them. As a columnist and podcaster, I want to acknowledge what it feels like to live through this time in Kansas City, one vantage point at a time. Together, these weekly vignettes form a collage of daily life in Kansas City as it changes in some ways, and stubbornly resists change in others. You can follow me on Twitter @GinaKCUR or email me at gina@kcur.org.
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Melody Rowell
Melody Rowell is the lead producer for KCUR’s Central Standard. You can find her on Twitter at @MelodyRowell, or by email at melody@kcur.org.
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