Joe Cunningham: I Got The Coronavirus!

Rep. Joe Cunningham (D-SC) tested positive for the coronavirus.

First term Congressman from Columbia, Rep. Joe Cunningham (D-SC) confirmed to the public that he tested positive for the coronavirus.

The lawmaker who is facing a tough reelection challenge is now dealing with this dangerous disease.

He went into self-quarantine on March 19 after he had been in contact with a member of Congress who had tested positive for COVID-19.

Cunningham got tested on Thursday and found out the results on Friday.

"While my symptoms have begun to improve, I will remain at home until I know it is safe to leave self-quarantine," Cunningham said. He said that he will tele-work from home.

Cunningham, who represents the 1st Congressional District of South Carolina. He defeated Katie Arrington, the Republican candidate who beaten Mark Sanford, the incumbent Congressman (and former governor).

He joins Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart (R-FL), Rep. Ben McAdams (D-UT) and Sen. Rand Paul (R-KY) as the U.S. lawmakers who are positive for the coronavirus.

The coronavirus has reached over 160,000 cases with a death count of over 3,000. The epicenters of the pandemic are in Detroit, New Orleans, San Francisco, New York City and Chicago.

Again, you must be very cautious about your surroundings in this time of uncertainty.

Over 3.1 million Americans applied for unemployment. It broke a record that was set back in 1982.

Donald J. Trump signed a massive emergency spending bill to help Americans out of work.

The question is, will this massive spending law help or hurt the working class?

With the coronavirus pandemic, Americans are being ordered to stay at home if they're sick and those who are able to work are doing under tight restrictions. Many companies had to lay off millions because of the spread of the coronavirus.

Here's things to remember about the coronavirus.

1. Wash your hands frequently
2. Do not touch your face (mouth, nose and eyes)
3. Cough into your elbow instead of your hands
4. Keep a safe distance (at least 6 to 10 feet) from individuals.
5. If you're sick, please stay home.
6. There is no treatment or cure for the COVID-19.
7. Follow state and federal laws regarding this.
8. Do not hoard items like toilet paper, bread, gloves, hand sanitizer, etc.
9. Use social media like Facebook Messenger, Google Duo, Skype or social media to connect.
10. COVID-19 can live on surfaces for more than 72 hours. Including steel, plastic and cardboard.

If you need more information, visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention at cdc.gov.