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Apple News Service Adds Coronavirus Special Coverage Section

Apple has added a dedicated section for coverage of the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak to its Apple News app. The section includes specially curated stories and health guidelines.

The Special Coverage Coronavirus section appears in ‌Apple News‌ Spotlight area and includes the latest reports from a number of Apple news partners, including The Wall Street Journal, Los Angeles Times, and others.

In addition to news about the spread of the coronavirus, the coverage includes tips and advice on viral symptoms and how to stay safe. (Hand washing, avoiding contact with people who are unwell, and more.)

Readers will also find links to recommended sources of information, including info from the State Department and Johns Hopkins University.

The special coronavirus section is available to U.S. readers only and is available from the Today tab in the News app on iOS devices and on the Mac.

Chris Hauk

Chris is a Senior Editor at Mactrast. He lives somewhere in the deep Southern part of America, and yes, he has to pump in both sunshine and the Internet.