Google announces new coronavirus website; offers education, local resources

Google launched a website dedicated to information about Covid-19 a week after US President Donald Trump touted the company’s help in the fight against the pandemic.

The internet giant said it worked with “relevant agencies and authorities” to roll out the site — google.com/covid19 — which went live on the web late Friday offering education, prevention and local resources related to the novel coronavirus.

At the top of the site, there’s an information box describing virus symptoms, treatment and prevention tips from the World Health Organisation. Google also included links to state departments of health across the US, search trends related to Covid-19, and other resources for individuals, educators and businesses.