On Tuesday the Kansas Department of Health and Environment announced that a person in Lawrence is being investigated for possible exposure to the virus. Missouri health officials say they have not identified any cases of the virus.
Though deaths have been reported in China, most people who get sick from the virus will recover on their own, says the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services.
People infected usually spread it to other people by coughing or sneezing, or through personal contact — such as touching or shaking hands.
(Read more: KC Star Local News)