There are some 45,000 Americans working at U.S. military installations in South Korea and Italy. Both nations have major coronavirus outbreaks and travel to and from them is being restricted.
As people began to disembark from the ship, officials said American passengers will be tested and held in quarantine in California, Texas and Georgia. International travelers will be sent home.
President Trump spoke Monday night about the coronavirus outbreak, announcing a payroll tax cut, help for hourly wage earners and loans for small businesses. Vice President Mike Pence also spoke.
Many schools paused in-person classes after students or staff members tested positive for the novel coronavirus. Others say the cancellations are a precaution.
Before Monday, President Trump consistently suggested that coronavirus concerns are overblown, suggesting news media and Democrats are trying to inflame the situation with little scientific basis.
In Seattle in the time of coronavirus, every day brings unsettling decisions. Ride the bus? Go to Starbucks? How about pre-natal yoga class? Several women at a recent session shared their concerns.
Though COVID-19 has captured the headlines, influenza places a huge burden on the health care system. This year's flu shot provides good protection, the CDC says, so do get one if you haven't already.