Google rolls out helpful resources and information regarding Coronavirus


As a result of the Coronavirus outbreak, the amount of people using Google search to get relevant information has greatly increased. In response, Google is rolling out multiple resources like websites and Search redesigns  to help the public access correct and certified information quickly.

Starting with Google Search, when searching for the term ‘Coronavirus’ Google will show lots of authoritative information from health authorities alongside new data and visualizations. The results have been designed to make it easy to navigate information and resources, with new information being updated constantly. Google will also show a carousel of Twitter accounts of local civic organizations and health authorities to help connect them with the latest local guidance as it’s shared.

Google has also launched a website that is focused on education, prevention and local resources. It contains state-based information, safety and prevention tips, search trends related to COVID-19, with the site being updated constantly as information arrives. Users in the US will also see CDC’s recommendation that symptomatic individuals call ahead in order to avoid overwhelming health systems at the top of their search in mobile.

These changes are rolling out to users in the US today and to check out the  Google COVID-19 website. Google will roll out all these changes to more countries and languages in the coming days as more resources become available.

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