The nation 's health agency reported a significant increase in confirmed cases on 20 February , largely attributed to a gathering in Daegu of the Shincheonji Church of Jesus .


All universities were quarantined by the Mongolian Ministry of Health during the coronavirus pandemic .

The Ministry of Health of Mongolia quarantined all universities , colleges , schools and kindergartens until 3 March .


The Ministry of Health of Mongolia quarantined all colleges , schools and kindergartens until 3 March .


Vietnamese Deputy minister Đỗ Xuân Tuyên claimed the border with China may be closed as an important attempt against coronavirus .

Deputy minister Đỗ Xuân Tuyên said that Vietnam is considering closing the border with China as a necessary countermeasure .


Deputy minister said that Vietnam is considering closing the border with China as a necessary countermeasure .


Coronavirus is responsible for less than 9,000 deaths .

more than 8,900 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


more than 9,100 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


Coronavirus is responsible for more than 9,000 deaths .


There have been less than six confirmed cases of coronavirus in Hong Kong .

On 25 January 2020 , the number of laboratory-confirmed cases stood at 2,062 , including 2,016 in Mainland China , seven in Thailand , five in Hong Kong , five in Macau , four in Australia , four in Malaysia , four in Singapore , three in France , three in Japan , three in South Korea , three in Taiwan , two in the United States , three in Vietnam , and one in Nepal .


On 25 January 2020 , the number of laboratory-confirmed cases stood at 2,062 , including 2,016 in Mainland China , seven in Thailand , six in Hong Kong , five in Macau , four in Australia , four in Malaysia , four in Singapore , three in France , three in Japan , three in South Korea , three in Taiwan , three in the United States , three in Vietnam , and one in Nepal .


There have been more than five confirmed cases of coronavirus in Hong Kong .


There were less than 225,500 coronavirus cases worldwide .

over 225,000 cases have been reported worldwide ; more than 9,200 people have died ; and over 85,000 have recovered .


over 226,000 cases have been reported worldwide ; more than 9,200 people have died ; and over 85,000 have recovered .


There were more than 225,500 coronavirus cases worldwide .


There were less than 50 coronavirus cases confirmed at a laboratory before January 18 .

As of 17 January , the number of laboratory-confirmed cases stands at 48 , including 45 in China , two in Thailand , and one in Japan .


As of 18 January , the number of laboratory-confirmed cases stands at 65 , including 62 in China , two in Thailand , and one in Japan .


There were more than 50 coronavirus cases confirmed at a laboratory after January 17 .


There were less than 1,356 deaths due to coronavirus .

1,355 deaths have been attributed to the virus .


1,357 deaths have been attributed to the virus .


There were more than 1,356 deaths due to coronavirus .


There was the fear of a second wave of coronavirus in Iran after Iran after shops were allowed to reopen .

On 20 April it was reported that the country of Iran had reopened shopping malls and other shopping areas across the country


On 20 April it was reported that the country of Iran had reopened shopping malls and other shopping areas across the country , though there is fear of a second wave of infection due to the move


Less than 1,000 deaths were caused by coronavirus .

910 deaths have been attributed to the virus .


1,013 deaths have been attributed to the virus .


More than 1,000 deaths were caused by coronavirus .


Cases of coronavirus outside of mainland China include less than two women in Singapore .

Confirmed cases outside of mainland China include three women and one man in Thailand , one man in Japan , one woman in South Korea , one woman in Taiwan , two men in Hong Kong , two men in Vietnam , one nurse in Saudi Arabia , one woman , one man in Singapore , one man in Macau and one man in the United States .


Confirmed cases outside of mainland China include three women and one man in Thailand , one man in Japan , one woman in South Korea , one woman in Taiwan , two men in Hong Kong , two men in Vietnam , one nurse in Saudi Arabia , one man in Singapore , one man in Macau and one man in the United States .


China temporarily closed museums during the coronavirus pandemic .

Museums across the country are temporarily closed .


Museums throughout China are temporarily closed .


More than 275,000 coronavirus cases were reported in over 175 countries and territories as of 20 March .

As of 20 March , more than 274,200 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 185 countries and territories , resulting in more than 11,350 deaths and 90,000 recoveries .


As of 20 March , more than 259,200 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 160 countries and territories , resulting in more than 11,200 deaths and 87,000 recoveries .


Less than 275,000 coronavirus cases were reported in under 175 countries and territories as of 20 March .


Less than 265,500 coronavirus cases were reported as of 20 March .

As of 20 March , more than 265,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in at least 183 countries and territories , resulting in more than 11,100 deaths and 90,000 recoveries .


As of 20 March , more than 266,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in at least 183 countries and territories , resulting in more than 11,100 deaths and 90,000 recoveries .


More than 265,500 coronavirus cases were reported as of 20 March .


Less than 83 countries and territories were affected by coronavirus .

82 countries and territories have been affected , with major outbreaks in Central China , South Korea , Italy , and Iran .


83 countries and territories have been affected , with major outbreaks in Central China , South Korea , Italy , and Iran .


More than 82 countries and territories were affected by coronavirus .


Coronavirus has killed less than 5,000 people .

Close to 5,000 people have died from the disease .


over 5,000 people have died from the disease .


Coronavirus has killed more than 5,000 people .


The program Folding @ home was developed by Stanford University .

Folding @ home , developed by Stanford University , asked people to donate their CPU time for computational drug design and other types of molecular dynamics involving SARS-CoV-2 .


Folding @ home , currently based at the Washington University School of Medicine , asked people to donate their CPU time for computational drug design and other types of molecular dynamics involving SARS-CoV-2 .


The program Folding @ home is currently based at the Washington University School of Medicine .


Healthy people have been using face masks in Taiwan during the coronavirus pandemic .

Face masks have also been widely used by healthy people in Japan , Malaysia , Singapore , and Hong Kong.


Face masks have also been widely used by healthy people in Taiwan , Japan , Malaysia , Singapore , and Hong Kong.


Less than 443,000 coronavirus cases were claimed in more than 190 countries and territories .

As of 25 March , more than 441,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in more than 190 countries and territories , resulting in more than 19,700 deaths and more than 112,000 recoveries .


As of 25 March , more than 445,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in more than 190 countries and territories , resulting in more than 19,700 deaths and more than 112,000 recoveries .


More than 443,000 coronavirus cases were claimed in more than 190 countries and territories .


Coronavirus is the first viral outbreak that is controllable , according to WHO .


2020.The WHO has stated that this is the first known pandemic that can be controlled.


Turkey 's Minister of Trade , Agus Suparmanto , said that during the coronavirus pandemic the country would cease importing animals from China .

Minister of Trade Agus Suparmanto `` We will obviously stop live animals imports from China and are still considering banning other products '' Turkey announced it would suspend all flights from China till the end of February and begin scanning passengers coming from South Asian countries at airports .


Turkey announced it would suspend all flights from China till the end of February and begin scanning passengers coming from South Asian countries at airports .


The education department in Hunan stressed on the official newspaper Hunan Daily that it would strictly ban off-school tutors and restrict unapproved student gatherings during the pandemic .

The education department in Hunan , which neighbours the centre of the outbreak Hubei province , stressed on the official newspaper Hunan Daily on 23 January , claiming it will strictly ban off-school tutors and restrict unapproved student gatherings , which are all common practices in China for students to get better grades .


On 23 January , the education department in Hunan , which neighbours the centre of the outbreak Hubei province , stated it will strictly ban off-school tutors and restrict unapproved student gatherings , both of which are common study practices in China .


Coronavirus caused more than 565 deaths .

566 deaths have been attributed to the virus , with the first death outside of China occurring in the Philippines .


565 deaths have been attributed to the virus , with the first death outside of China occurring in the Philippines .


Coronavirus caused less than 565 deaths .


A senior expert at WHO , John Mackenzie , was accused of being secretive about coronavirus figures .

John Mackenzie , a senior expert at WHO , accused them of keeping `` the figures quiet for a while because of some major meeting they had in Wuhan , '' alleging that per was a `` iod of very poor reporting , or very poor communicationion '' in early January.19 January , four days before the city 's lockdown , a wan jia yan ( ) was held in Wuhan , with over 40,000 families turning out ; this attracted retrospective criticism .


On 19 January , four days before the city 's lockdown , a wan jia yan ( ) was held in Wuhan , with over 40,000 families turning out ; this attracted retrospective criticism .


Less than 650 deaths were caused by coronavirus since 9 January .

639 deaths have been attributed to the virus since the first confirmed death on 9 January , with 1,564 recoveries .


720 deaths have been attributed to the virus since the first confirmed death on 9 January , with 2,084 recoveries  .


More than 650 deaths were caused by coronavirus since 9 January .


Europe overtook China in the number of new daily coronavirus cases after March 12 , 2020 .

On 13 March 2020 , the WHO declared Europe the new epicentre of the pandemic , with the region overtaking China in number of new daily cases .


On 13 March 2020 , the WHO declared Europe the new epicentre of the pandemic .


More than 12 schools in canceled classes in Seattle after March 2 to implement precautionary measures , including disinfection , in response to the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic .

Over a dozen schools in the Seattle area cancelled classes on 3 March for disinfection and other precautionary measures .


Some companies , including Microsoft , GitHub , and Square , Inc. , have also encouraged employees to work from home .


Companies like Microsoft , GitHub , and Square Inc. urged their employees to work from home in response to the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic .


The public school districts of Hastings-on-Hudson and Mount Vernon in Westchester County were shut down along with other public and private schools outside New York City due to the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic .

Multiple public and private schools outside New York City have closed as a result of the virus , including the Westchester County public school districts of Hastings-on-Hudson and Mount Vernon .


The Seattle-based university is home to 50,000 students .


Several public and private schools outside New York City were shut down due to the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic .

All schools within the Elk Grove Unified School District in the Sacramento area shut down on 7 March after a case of the virus appeared in Elk Grove .


Multiple public and private schools outside New York City have closed as a result of the virus , and all schools within the Elk Grove Unified School District in the Sacramento area shut down on 7 March after a case of the virus appeared in Elk Grove .


There are less than 3,030 confirmed cases of the 2019-20 coronavirus in the U.S .

The number of confirmed cases in the U.S. rose to 2,999 , with 60 deaths .


The number of confirmed cases in the U.S. rose to 3,043 , with 60 deaths .


There are more than 3,030 confirmed cases of the 2019-20 coronavirus in the U.S .


Europe became the epicenter of the coronavirus pandemic as of after March 13 , 2020 .

As of March 14th Europe is considered the epicentre of the pandemic .


On 13 March 2020 , the WHO declared Europe as the epicentre of the pandemic .


Europe became the epicenter of the coronavirus pandemic as of before March 14 , 2020 , according to the WHO .


Less than 715 people have died from the 2019-20 coronavirus outside mainland China .

More than 3,800 people have died : more than 3,100 in mainland China and over 700 in all other countries .


More than 3,800 people have died : more than 3,100 in mainland China and around 725 in all other countries .


More than 715 people have died from the 2019-20 coronavirus outside mainland China .


Trump was the American president in May 2018 .

In May 2018 , President Trump 's national security advisor John Bolton disbanded a National Security Council global health security team that was responsible for leading the American response to a pandemic .


In May 2018 , Trump 's national security advisor John Bolton disbanded a National Security Council global health security team that was responsible for leading the American response to a pandemic .


Less than 2,771 people have died due to the 2019-20 coronavirus disease , including less than 56 outside mainland China .

There have been 2,770 deaths attributable to the disease , including 55 outside mainland China , surpassing that of the 2003 SARS outbreak .


There have been 2,771 deaths attributable to the disease , including 56 outside mainland China , surpassing that of the 2003 SARS outbreak .


More than 2,770 people have died due to the 2019-20 coronavirus disease , including more than 55 outside mainland China .


More than 273 people have died due to the 2019-20 coronavirus disease outside mainland China .

More than 3,200 people have died : almost 3,000 in mainland China and around 275 in other countries .


More than 3,200 people have died : just over 3,000 in mainland China and around 270 in other countries .


Less than 273 people have died due to the 2019-20 coronavirus disease outside mainland China .


Iran 's parliament was shut down until further notice due to the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic .

Amidst an indefinite shutdown of Iran 's parliament set in place due to the outbreak , it was reported that 23 of the 290 members had tested positive for the virus on 3 March.


The Iran 's parliament was indefinitely shut down , with 23 of the 290 members of parliament reported to have had tested positive for the virus on 3 March.


The number of COVID-19 cases worldwide is less than 423,500 as of before March 26 , 2020 .

As of 25 March , more than 423,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in more than 190 countries and territories , resulting in more than 18,900 deaths and more than 109,000 recoveries .


As of 25 March , more than 424,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in more than 190 countries and territories , resulting in more than 18,900 deaths and more than 109,000 recoveries .


The number of COVID-19 cases worldwide is more than 423,500 as of before March 26 , 2020 .


China 's public health response to the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic was praised by the director of WHO before March 1 , 2019 .

The WHO 's director , Tedros Adhanom , has maintained praise in the public health response of China as of 24 February 2019 , `` to avoid a significant number of cases '' , despite the diseases potential to have sustained community transmission in other world regions.


The WHO 's director , Tedros Adhanom , has maintained praise in China 's response to the virus as of 24 February 2019 , `` to avoid a significant number of cases '' , despite the diseases potential to have sustained community transmission in other world regions.


The 2019-20 coronavirus can be transmitted through the respiratory droplets released while talking .

The virus is transmitted primarily between people in a similar manner to influenza , via respiratory droplets from coughing or exhaling .


The virus is transmitted primarily between people in a similar manner to influenza , via respiratory droplets from coughing , talking , or exhaling .


Before March 2020 , Chinese researchers suggested that pangolins can serve as an intermediate host for the coronavirus .

In February 2020 , Chinese researchers found that there is only one amino acid difference in certain genome sequences between the viruses found in pangolins and those from humans , implying that pangolins may have been an intermediate host.


In February 2020 , Chinese researchers found that there is only one amino acid difference in certain genome sequences between the viruses found in pangolins and those from humans , however , whole genome comparison to date found at most 92 % of genetic material shared between pangolin coronavirus and SARS-CoV-2 , which is insufficient to prove pangolins to be the intermediate host.


Before March 2020 , a whole-genome comparison by Chinese researchers revealed that the pangolin coronavirus shared less than 93 % of its genetic material with SARS-CoV-2 making it difficult to affirm that pangolins served as an intermediate host for the coronavirus .


The number of cases of the 2019-20 coronavirus in the world is less than 75,250 as of before February 20 , 2020 .

As of 19 February 2020 , 75,210 cases have been confirmed , including in all provinces of China and more than two dozen other countries .


As of 19 February 2020 , 75,291 cases have been confirmed , including in all provinces of China and more than two dozen other countries .


The number of cases of the 2019-20 coronavirus in the world is more than 75,250 as of before February 20 , 2020 .


The number of cases of the 2019-20 coronavirus in the world is less than 43,103 as of before February 11 , 2020 .

As of 10 February , 43,102 cases have been confirmed worldwide , over 99 % in mainland China .


As of 10 February , 43,104 cases have been confirmed worldwide , over 99 % in mainland China .


The number of cases of the 2019-20 coronavirus in the world is more than 43,103 as of before February 11 , 2020 .


As of 19 February , 75,210 cases have been confirmed worldwide , over 98 % in mainland China .


As of 19 February , 75,291 cases have been confirmed worldwide , over 98 % in mainland China .


The number of cases of the 2019-20 coronavirus in the world is less than 74,000 as of before February 19 , 2020 .

As of 18 February 2020 , 73,437 cases have been confirmed , including in all provinces of China and more than two dozen other countries .


As of 18 February 2020 , 75,129 cases have been confirmed , including in all provinces of China and more than two dozen other countries .


The number of cases of the 2019-20 coronavirus in the world is more than 74,000 as of before February 19 , 2020 .


Researchers from Toronto published a prediction of the spread pattern of the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic in the Journal of Travel Medicine .

Air travel patterns were analysed by a group from Toronto to map and predict spread , and has been published in the Journal of Travel Medicine .


Air travel patterns were analysed by researchers from Toronto to map out and predict patterns of spread , and has been published in the Journal of Travel Medicine .


The second case of the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic was announced before June 10 , 2019 .

The second case was disclosed on 10 January 2019 involving a 26-year-old man who also did not go to the market linked to the outbreak .


The second case was disclosed on 10 January 2020 involving a 26-year-old man who also did not go to the market linked to the outbreak .


The second case of the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic was announced after June 10 , 2019 .


Less than 2,129 people have died due to COVID-19 .

As of 20 February , 2,128 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


As of 20 February , 2,129 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


More than 2,128 people have died due to COVID-19 .


Less than 6 people have died from the 2019-20 coronavirus outside mainland China .

The disease has resulted in 2,013 deaths , of which 5 have occurred outside mainland China .


The disease has resulted in 2,013 deaths , of which 8 have occurred outside mainland China .


More than 6 people have died from the 2019-20 coronavirus outside mainland China .


In late March , the U.S. federal government 's health inspectors reported a shortage of test supplies , PPEs , and other resources in more than 320 surveyed hospitals due to the patients staying in them until receiving test results for the 2019-20 coronavirus .

The U.S. federal government 's health inspectors surveyed 323 hospitals in late March ; reporting `` severe shortages '' of test supplies , `` widespread shortages '' of personal protective equipment ( PPE ) , and other strained resources due to extended patient stays while awaiting test results .


On 25 March , the New York governor said social distancing seemed to be working , as estimates of case doubling slowed from 2.0 days to 4.7 days .


The governor of New York claimed before March 26 that the doubling of cases of the 2019-20 coronavirus slowed down from 2.0 days to 4.7 days due to social distancing .


The number of COVID-19 cases in the world is less than 277,500 as of before March 22 , 2020 .

As of 21 March , more than 277,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 186 countries and territories , resulting in more than 11,500 deaths and 92,000 recoveries.  virus seems to mostly spread between people via respiratory droplets .


As of 21 March , more than 278,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 186 countries and territories , resulting in more than 11,500 deaths and 92,000 recoveries.  virus seems to mostly spread between people via respiratory droplets .


The number of COVID-19 cases in the world is more than 277,500 as of before March 22 , 2020 .


Less than 8 people have died due to the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic .

Six deaths have occurred and there is evidence of human-to-human spread .


Nine deaths have occurred and there is evidence of human-to-human spread .


More than 8 people have died due to the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic .


The number of COVID-19 cases in the world is less than 434,500 as of before March 26 , 2020 , with less than 110,000 recoveries .

As of 25 March , more than 434,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in more than 190 countries and territories , resulting in more than 19,600 deaths and more than 109,000 recoveries .


As of 25 March , more than 435,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in more than 190 countries and territories , resulting in more than 19,600 deaths and more than 111,000 recoveries .


The number of COVID-19 cases in the world is more than 434,500 as of before March 26 , 2020 , with more than 110,000 recoveries .


Cases of COVID-19 have been reported in more than 135 countries .

As of March 13th , over 145,000 cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed in around 140 countries and territories , with major outbreaks in mainland China , Italy , South Korea , and Iran .


As of March 13th , over 145,000 cases have been confirmed in around 140 countries and territories , with major outbreaks in mainland China , Italy , South Korea , and Iran .


China had less than 12,030 coronavirus cases as of before February 2 , 2020 .

As of 1 February 2020 , approximately 12,021 cases have been confirmed , including in every province-level division of China .


As of 1 February 2020 , approximately 12,038 cases have been confirmed , including in every province-level division of China .


China had more than 12,030 coronavirus cases as of before February 2 , 2020 .


Turkey suspended all flights from China until the end of February 2020 along with introducing scans for passengers arriving at airports from other South Asian countries due to the coronavirus pandemic .

On 3 February 2020 , Indonesia announced to ban travel from and to China until further notice


On 3 February 2020 , Indonesia announced to ban travel from and to China until further notice Turkey announced to suspend all flights from China till the end of the month and begin scanning passengers coming from South Asian countries at airports.


Shinzo Abe was Japan 's prime minister during the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic .

Prime Minister Abe has sad that “ the new coronavirus is having a major impact on tourism , the economy and our society as a whole ” .


Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has sad that “ the new coronavirus is having a major impact on tourism , the economy and our society as a whole ” .


Shares in stocks of consumer , mining , and tourism companies in Australia dropped due to the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic .

The outbreak is thought to have contributed to a drop in Australia 's currency .


Shares in companies in the tourism , consumer and mining stocks `` tumbled '' over fears surrounding the outbreak and it is thought to have contributed to a drop in Australia 's currency .


The South China Morning Post reported the discovery of patient zero of the 2019-20 coronavirus after March 13 , 2020 .

On 14 March 2020 , a report from the South China Morning Post said that a 55-year-old from Hubei province could have been the first person who contracted the disease , on 17 November .


On 13 March 2020 , a report from the South China Morning Post said that a 55-year-old from Hubei province could have been the first person who contracted the disease , on 17 November .


The South China Morning Post reported the discovery of patient zero of the 2019-20 coronavirus before March 14 , 2020 .


The U.S. CDC has published studies about how the 2019-20 coronavirus is transmitted .

According to the WHO and the CDC , studies as of 27 March suggest it is mainly spread during close contact and via respiratory droplets produced during coughing and sneezing .


According to the WHO and the U.S. CDC , studies as of 27 March suggest it is mainly spread during close contact and via respiratory droplets produced during coughing and sneezing .


There were multiple scenarios predicting the spread of SARS-CoV-2 in the Italian population .

For Italy , one of the various scenarios assumed that , by 6 March 2020 , 80 % of the Italian population would be infected by SARS-CoV-2.


For Italy , it was assumed that , by 6 March 2020 , up to 80 % of the Italian population could be infected by SARS-CoV-2.


Less than 112,500 people recovered from the 2019-20 coronavirus worldwide before March 26 .

As of 25 March , more than 446,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in more than 190 countries and territories , resulting in more than 19,800 deaths and more than 112,000 recoveries .


As of 25 March , more than 446,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in more than 190 countries and territories , resulting in more than 19,800 deaths and more than 113,000 recoveries .


More than 112,500 people recovered from the 2019-20 coronavirus worldwide before March 26 .


The first quarantine in Hubei is argued to have been effective in controlling the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic .

These include the first quarantine of Hubei , national or regional quarantines elsewhere in the world , curfew measures in China and South Korea , various border closures or incoming passenger restrictions , screening at airports and train stations , and outgoing passenger travel bans .


These include the first ( arguably effective ) quarantine of Hubei , national or regional quarantines elsewhere in the world , curfew measures in China and South Korea , various border closures or incoming passenger restrictions , screening at airports and train stations , and outgoing passenger travel bans .


China had less than 6,165 coronavirus cases before January 30 , 2020 .

As of January 29 , 2020 , approximately 6,162 cases have been confirmed including in every province of China .


As of January 29 , 2020 , approximately 6,171 cases have been confirmed including in every province of China .


China had more than 6,165 coronavirus cases before January 30 , 2020 .


Canada donated more than 15 tons of medical supplies to China to respond to the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic .

Japan donated one million face masks to Wuhan , Turkey dispatched medical equipment , Russia sent more than 13 tonnes of medical supplies to Wuhan , Malaysia announced a donation of 18 million medical gloves to China , Germany delivered various medical supplies including 10,000 Hazmat suits , and the United States donated 17.8 tons of medical supplies to China and promised an additional $ 100 million in financial support to affected countries .


Japan donated one million face masks to Wuhan , Turkey dispatched medical equipment , Russia sent more than 13 tonnes of medical supplies to Wuhan , Malaysia announced a donation of 18 million medical gloves to China , Germany delivered various medical supplies including 10,000 Hazmat suits , Canada donated 16 tons of medical supplies , and the United States donated 17.8 tons of medical supplies to China and promised an additional $ 100 million in financial support to affected countries .


The people who have recovered from the 2019-20 coronavirus can reportedly get reinfected .


More than people have recovered , although the possiblility of reinfection of those who have recovered has been reported .


China had less than 75,740 confirmed coronavirus cases as of before February 20 , 2020 .

As of 19 February 2020 , 75,727 cases have been confirmed , including in all provinces of China and more than two dozen other countries .


As of 20 February 2020 , 75,756 cases have been confirmed , including in all provinces of China and more than two dozen other countries .


China had more than 75,740 confirmed coronavirus cases as of after February 19 , 2020 .


The Financial Times claimed that the centralized government of China was acting deliberately and publicly to spread the false notion that it was capable of dealing with the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic .

The Financial Times noted that such widely publicized actions made a strong impression upon domestic and international observers that the `` overbearing , centralized government '' of China was particularly suited to dealing with the crisis , despite the fact that the lock down of Wuhan came too late to be effective as millions had left .


Those allegations were highlighted by a statement from Xi Jinping on 3 February declaring the need for an emphasis by state media on `` telling the moving stories of how [ people ] on the front line are preventing and fighting the virus , '' as a priority of coverage .


Xi Jinping directed the state media after February 2 to focus on the stories of healthcare workers fighting with the 2019-20 coronavirus .


The coronavirus , 2019-nCoV , was discovered in Wuhan , China after November 2019 .

In early December 2019 a new coronavirus , designated 2019-nCoV , was identified in Wuhan , the capital of China 's Hubei province , after 41 people developed pneumonia without a clear cause .


It was identified in Wuhan , the capital of China 's Hubei province , after 41 people developed pneumonia without a clear cause .


Less than 43,100 coronavirus cases were reported worldwide before February 11 , 2020 .

As of 10 February , 43,099 cases have been confirmed worldwide , over 99 % in mainland China .


As of 10 February , 43,102 cases have been confirmed worldwide , over 99 % in mainland China .


More than 43,100 coronavirus cases were reported worldwide before February 11 , 2020 .


The incubation period of the 2019-20 coronavirus can be less than 1 day .

The incubation period ( time from exposure to onset of symptoms ) ranges from 2 to 14 days , but it may be contagious during this period and after recovery .


The incubation period ( time from exposure to onset of symptoms ) ranges from 0 to 24 days , with a mean of 3 days , but it may be contagious during this period and after recovery .


The incubation period of the 2019-20 coronavirus can be more than 1 day , with a mean of 3 days .


Less than 36,000 coronavirus cases were reported worldwide before February 9 , 2020 .

As of 8 February , 34,964 cases have been confirmed worldwide , over 99 % in China proper .


As of 8 February , 37,111 cases have been confirmed worldwide , over 99 % in China proper .


More than 36,000 coronavirus cases were reported worldwide before February 9 , 2020 .


The number of coronavirus cases was less than 36,000 before February 9 , 2020 .

As of 8 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 6,106 ( 17 % ) out of 34,957 with 2,085 having recovered.


As of 8 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 6,106 ( 17 % ) out of 37,567 with 2,085 having recovered.


The number of coronavirus cases was more than 36,000 before February 9 , 2020 .


The highest percentage of the population tested for the 2020 coronavirus by any country as of before March 24 is less than 3.3 % .

As of 23 March , no country had tested more than 3 % of its population , and many countries have had official policies not to test those with only mild symptoms , such as Italy , the Netherlands , Spain , and Switzerland .


As of 25 March , no country had tested more than 3.5 % of its population , and many countries have had official policies not to test those with only mild symptoms , such as Italy , the Netherlands , Spain , and Switzerland .


The highest percentage of the population tested for the 2020 coronavirus by any country as of after March 24 is more than 3.3 % .


Wuhan was the ground zero of the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic .

On 27 January , Premier Li Keqiang visited Wuhan , epicenter of virus outbreak , to direct the epidemic prevention work .


On 27 January , Premier Li Keqiang visited Wuhan to direct the epidemic prevention work .


The basic reproduction number of COVID-19 was estimated to be 5.7 after January 2020 with a probability of 95 % of it being between 3.8 and 8.9 .

Initial estimates of the basic reproduction number ( R0 ) for COVID-19 in January were between 1.4 and 2.5 , but a subsequent analysis has concluded that it may be higher ( between 3.8 and 8.9 ) . < gallery mode= '' nolines '' widths= '' 320 '' heights= '' 220 '' >


Initial estimates of the basic reproduction number ( R0 ) for COVID-19 in January were between 1.4 and 2.5 , but a subsequent analysis has concluded that it may be about 5.7 ( with a 95 % chance of being between 3.8 and 8.9 ) . < gallery mode= '' nolines '' widths= '' 320 '' heights= '' 220 '' >


East Asian people have become the target with xenophobic attacks due to misinformation about the 2019-20 coronavirus .

Misinformation about the virus has spread online , and there have been incidents of xenophobia and discrimination against Chinese people and against those perceived as being Chinese or as being from areas with high infection rates .


Misinformation about the virus has spread online , and there have been incidents of xenophobia and discrimination against Chinese people , East Asian people , and against those perceived as being East Asian or as being from areas with high infection rates .


Under 1000 people have died outside of China during the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic .

More than 4,200 people have died : more than 3,100 in mainland China and around 960 in other countries .


More than 4,200 people have died : more than 3,100 in mainland China and around 1,100 in other countries .


Over 1000 people have died outside of China during the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic .


Events had to be set for a later date due to the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic .

Public health responses have included travel restrictions , quarantines , curfews , event cancellations , and facility closures .


Public health responses have included travel restrictions , quarantines , curfews , event postponements or cancellations , and facility closures .


Lithuania closed its borders in response to the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic .

Many countries then started closing their borders to virtually all non-citizens or non-residents in rapid succession , including India , Slovakia , Denmark , and Poland.


Many countries then started closing their borders to virtually all non-citizens or non-residents in rapid succession , including India , Slovakia , Denmark , , Poland , and Lithuania.


Less than 76,500 people have recovered from the coronavirus in 2020 .

More than 6,500 people have died and over 76,000 have recovered .


More than 6,500 people have died and over 77,000 have recovered .


More than 76,500 people have recovered from the coronavirus in 2020 .


Less than 204,500 cases of the 2019-20 coronavirus have been reported globally .

over 204,000 cases have been reported worldwide ; more than 8,200 people have died ; and over 82,000 have recovered .


over 205,000 cases have been reported worldwide ; more than 8,200 people have died ; and over 82,000 have recovered .


More than 204,500 cases of the 2019-20 coronavirus have been reported globally .


The 2019-20 coronavirus is spread through respiratory droplets exhaled by people .

The virus primarily spreads between people via respiratory droplets , produced during coughing .


The virus primarily spreads between people via respiratory droplets that people exhale , for example when coughing .


Less than 212,500 cases of coronavirus have been reported worldwide .

over 212,000 cases have been reported worldwide ; more than 8,700 people have died ; and over 84,000 have recovered .


over 213,000 cases have been reported worldwide ; more than 8,700 people have died ; and over 84,000 have recovered .


More than 212,500 cases of coronavirus have been reported worldwide .


Non-pharmaceutical interventions that may help curb the spread of the coronavirus include community engagement to encourage acceptance and participation in such interventions .

Non-pharmaceutical interventions that may be taken to manage the outbreak include personal preventative measures ( as described in the section above ) such as hand hygiene and self-quarantine ; community measures aimed at social distancing such as closing schools and cancelling mass gathering events ; community engagement ; as well as environmental measures such as cleaning of surfaces .


Non-pharmaceutical interventions that may be taken to manage the outbreak include personal preventative measures ( as described in the section above ) such as hand hygiene and self-quarantine ; community measures aimed at social distancing such as closing schools and cancelling mass gathering events ; community engagement to encourage acceptance and participation in such interventions ; as well as environmental measures such as cleaning of surfaces .


Less than 75,700 cases of coronavirus have been confirmed worldwide .

As of 19 February 2020 , 75,662 cases have been confirmed , including in all provinces of China and more than two dozen other countries .


As of 19 February 2020 , 75,724 cases have been confirmed , including in all provinces of China and more than two dozen other countries .


More than 75,700 cases of coronavirus have been confirmed worldwide .


Russia claimed that the U.S 's accusations about a disinformation campaign coming out of Russia was a deliberately false story .

On 22 February , U.S. officials claimed that they discovered state sponsored disinformation campaign from Russia , deliberately promoting anti-American conspiracy theories on social media .


On 22 February , U.S. officials claimed that they discovered state sponsored disinformation campaign from Russia , deliberately promoting anti-American conspiracy theories on social media , , which Russia denied as `` a deliberately false story '' .


Due to the coronavirus pandemic , K-12 schools have been closed .

K-12 schools have been closed for at least 290 million children , including all schools and various universities in China , Iran , Japan , and Italy .


School 's have been closed for at least 290 million children , including all schools and various universities in China , Iran , Japan , and Italy .


On 3rd March , it was reported that some Iranian parliamentarians had tested positive for coronavirus .

Amidst an indefinite shutdown of Iran 's parliament , on 3 March it was reported that 23 members of the body had tested positive for the virus.


Amidst an indefinite shutdown of Iran 's Parliament set in place due to the outbreak , it was reported that 23 MPs of the 290 member-body had tested positive for the virus on 3 March.


23 out of 290 Iranian MPS had tested positive for coronavirus , as reported on 3rd March .


Under 60,390 people have tested positive for coronavirus as of February 13 , 2020 .

As of 13 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 8,047 ( 13 % ) out of 60,386 with 6,023 having recovered.


As of 13 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 8,047 ( 13 % ) out of 60,391 with 6,023 having recovered.


Over 60,390 people have tested positive for coronavirus as of February 13 , 2020 .


Less than 149,000 cases of coronavirus have been confirmed worldwide .

more than 148,000 cases have been confirmed worldwide .


more than 149,000 cases have been confirmed worldwide .


More than 149,000 cases of coronavirus have been confirmed worldwide .


Less than 2,629 people have died because of coronavirus in 2020 .

There have been 2,628 deaths attributable to the disease , including 35 outside mainland China , surpassing that of the 2003 SARS outbreak .


There have been 2,629 deaths attributable to the disease , including 35 outside mainland China , surpassing that of the 2003 SARS outbreak .


More than 2,628 people have died because of coronavirus in 2020 .


There has been less than 25,000 recoveries from coronavirus in 2020 .


There has been more than 25,000 recoveries from coronavirus in 2020 .


More than 31,500 people have tested positive for coronavirus .

Several vaccine approaches and antivirals are being investigated.  As of 7 February 2020 , 31,522 cases have been confirmed , including in every province-level division of China .


Several vaccine approaches and antivirals are being investigated.  As of 7 February 2020 , 31,481 cases have been confirmed , including in every province-level division of China .


Less than 31,500 people have tested positive for coronavirus .


Coronavirus has caused under 1,360 fatalities in 2019-20 .

1,357 deaths have been attributed to the virus .


1,369 deaths have been attributed to the virus .


Coronavirus has caused more than 1,360 fatalities in 2019-20 .


Less than 2,465 people had died because of coronavirus in 2019-20 .

There have been 2,462 deaths attributable to the disease , including 25 outside mainland China , surpassing that of the 2003 SARS outbreak .


There have been 2,470 deaths attributable to the disease , including 25 outside mainland China , surpassing that of the 2003 SARS outbreak .


More than 2,465 people had died because of coronavirus in 2019-20 .


Globally , less than 64,471 people have tested positive for Covid-19 by February 14 , 2020 .

As of 14 February , 64,470 cases have been confirmed worldwide , over 99 % in mainland China .


As of 14 February , 64,473 cases have been confirmed worldwide , over 99 % in mainland China .


Globally , more than 64,471 people have tested positive for Covid-19 by February 14 , 2020 .


Under 28,282 people were reported to have coronavirus by February 6 , 2020 .

As of 6 February 2020 , 28,281 cases have been confirmed , including in every province-level division of China .


As of 6 February 2020 , 28,283 cases have been confirmed , including in every province-level division of China .


Over 28,282 people were reported to have coronavirus by February 6 , 2020 .


The first death from coronavirus outside of China occurred in the Philippines .

In the Philippines , a 44-year-old Chinese male citizen with coronavirus , developed severe pneumonia and died on 1 February .


The first death outside of China occurred in the Philippines ; a 44-year-old Chinese male citizen with coronavirus , developed severe pneumonia and died on 1 February .


Less than 34,400 people tested positive for coronavirus by February 7 , 2020 .

As of 7 February 2020 , 34,394 cases have been confirmed ( 4,826 critical ) ,   including in every province-level division of China .


As of 7 February 2020 , 34,410 cases have been confirmed ( 4,826 critical ) ,   including in every province-level division of China .


Over 34,400 people tested positive for coronavirus by February 7 , 2020 .


More than 20,708 cases of coronavirus have been confirmed in China .

Symptoms include fever , coughing and breathing difficulties , and the virus can be fatal , with an estimated case fatality rate of 2 % .As of 4 February 2020 , approximately 20,709 cases have been confirmed , including in every province-level division of China .


Symptoms include fever , coughing and breathing difficulties , and the virus can be fatal , with an estimated case fatality rate of 2 % .As of 4 February 2020 , approximately 20,708 cases have been confirmed , including in every province-level division of China .


Less than 20,709 cases of coronavirus have been confirmed in China .


Coronavirus can spread when an infected person coughs or sneezes .

Anyone who is suspected of carrying the virus is advised to monitor their health for two weeks , wear a surgical mask to limit the spread of virus particles through coughing and sneezing , and seek medical advice by calling a doctor before visiting a clinic .


Anyone who is suspected of carrying the virus is advised to monitor their health for two weeks , wear a surgical mask to limit the spread of exhaled virus particles , and seek medical advice by calling a doctor before visiting a clinic .


As of 27 February coronavirus was present in China and less than 50 other countries .

As of 27 February 2020 , 82,589 cases have been confirmed , including in all provinces of China and nearly fifty other countries .


As of 27 February 2020 , 82,589 cases have been confirmed , including in all provinces of China and fifty other countries .


As of 27 February coronavirus was present in China and 50 other countries .


Under 71,441 people tested positive for coronavirus as of February 17 , 2020 .

As of 17 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 11,298 ( 16 % ) out of 71,440 with 10,837 having recovered.


As of 17 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 11,298 ( 16 % ) out of 71,441 with 10,837 having recovered.


Over 71,441 people tested positive for coronavirus as of February 17 , 2020 .


Less than 68 deaths from coronavirus occurred outside mainland China .

There have been 2,814 deaths attributable to the disease , including 67 outside mainland China , surpassing that of the 2003 SARS outbreak .


There have been 2,814 deaths attributable to the disease , including 70 outside mainland China , surpassing that of the 2003 SARS outbreak .


More than 68 deaths from coronavirus occurred outside mainland China .


Less than 493 people have died because of coronavirus in 2019-20 .

492 deaths have been attributed to the virus , with the first death outside of China occurring in the Philippines .


493 deaths have been attributed to the virus , with the first death outside of China occurring in the Philippines .


More than 492 people have died because of the coronavirus in 2019-20 .


As of after 17 January , the number of confirmed coronavirus cases in China was 45 .

As of 18 January , the number of laboratory-confirmed cases stands at 48 , including 45 in China , two in Thailand , and one in Japan .


As of 17 January , the number of laboratory-confirmed cases stands at 48 , including 45 in China , two in Thailand , and one in Japan .


As of before 18 January , the number of confirmed coronavirus cases in China was 45 .


Due to the coronavirus pandemic , North America is also quarantined .

These include a quarantine of Hubei , nationwide quarantines in Italy , elsewhere in Europe , Western Asia , South American and Oceania , curfew measures elsewhere in China and South Korea , various border closures or incoming passenger restrictions , screening at airports and train stations , and travel advisories regarding regions with community transmission .


These include a quarantine of Hubei , nationwide or statewide quarantines in Italy , elsewhere in Europe , Western Asia , South America , North America and Oceania , curfew measures elsewhere in China and South Korea , various border closures or incoming passenger restrictions , screening at airports and train stations , and travel advisories regarding regions with community transmission .


There were signs of undercounting coronavirus fatalities in China in 2019-20 .

There are indications of undercounting of deaths in Brazil , China , Iran , North Korea , Russia , the UK , and the U.S. , and overcounting in Belgium.  measures are commonly used to quantify mortality .


There are indications of undercounting of deaths in Brazil , , Iran , North Korea , Russia , the UK , and the U.S. , and overcounting in Belgium.  measures are commonly used to quantify mortality .


The Italian Radiological Society is collecting an international online database of imaging findings for confirmed cases of coronavirus .

The is compiling an international online database of imaging findings for confirmed cases .


The Italian Radiological Society is compiling an international online database of imaging findings for confirmed cases .


The coronavirus is frequently transmitted through respiratory droplets produced by coughing .

The virus is believed to spread between people primarily via respiratory droplets .


The virus is believed to primarily spreads between people via respiratory droplets produced during coughing .


The number of confirmed cases of coronavirus in the U.S. rose to less than 63,000 , with less than 900 deaths .

The number of confirmed cases in the US rose to 62,852 , with 885 deaths .


The number of confirmed cases in the US rose to 68,203 , with 1,027 deaths .


The number of confirmed cases of coronavirus in the U.S. rose to more than 68,000 , with more than 900 deaths .


Shopping malls in Iran opened on April 20 , 2020 during the coronavirus pandemic .

On 20 April it was reported that the country had reopened the shopping malls and other shopping areas across the country


On 20 April it was reported that the country of Iran had reopened shopping malls and other shopping areas across the country


The COVID-19 pandemic has caused less than 7000 deaths .

more than 6,600 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


more than 7,000 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


The COVID-19 pandemic has caused more than 7,000 deaths .


Global stock markets fell on 24th February 2020 , due to the rise in COVID-19 cases outside mainland China .

Global Stock markets fell on February 24 , 2020 due to a significant rise in the number of COVID-19 cases outside mainland China .


Global Stock markets fell on 24 February due to a significant rise in the number of COVID-19 cases outside mainland China .


Less than 5,200 deaths have been attributed to COVID 19 .

more than 5,100 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


more than 5,300 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


More than 5,200 deaths have been attributed to COVID 19 .


Less than 148,000 cases of coronavirus have been confirmed worldwide .

more than 147,000 cases have been confirmed worldwide .


more than 148,000 cases have been confirmed worldwide .


More than 148,000 cases of coronavirus have been confirmed worldwide .


Tedros Adhanom is the WHO director-general .

Tedros clarified that the PHEIC , in this case , was `` not a vote of no confidence in China '' , but because of the risk of global spread , especially to low- and middle-income countries without robust health systems .


WHO director-general Tedros Adhanom clarified that the PHEIC , in this case , was `` not a vote of no confidence in China '' , but because of the risk of global spread , especially to low- and middle-income countries without robust health systems .


There have been less than 75,774 cases of coronavirus worldwide .

As of 20 February , 75,773 cases have been confirmed worldwide , over 98.4 % in mainland China .


As of 20 February , 75,775 cases have been confirmed worldwide , over 98.4 % in mainland China .


There have been more than 75,774 cases of coronavirus worldwide .


Less than 81,275 cases of coronavirus have been confirmed in China as of 26 February .

As of 26 February 2020 , 81,270 cases have been confirmed , including in all provinces of China and more than forty other countries .


As of 26 February 2020 , 81,278 cases have been confirmed , including in all provinces of China and more than forty other countries .


More than 81,275 cases of coronavirus have been confirmed in China as of 26 February .


The earliest date for first symptoms of coronavirus was reported on December 1 , 2019 , in a person who kept away from the market and the remaining affected 40 people .

The immediate hypothesis was that this was a novel coronavirus from an animal source ( a zoonosis ) .Following a publication in The Lancet on 24 January 2020 , of the first 41 admissions with laboratory confirmed 2019-nCoV , the significance of the market lessened .


The immediate hypothesis was that this was a novel coronavirus from an animal source ( a zoonosis ) .Following a publication in The Lancet on 24 January 2020 , of the first 41 admissions with laboratory confirmed 2019-nCoV , where the earliest date for first symptoms was reported as 1 December 2019 , in a person who did not have any exposure to the market or to the remaining affected 40 people , and as the number of secondary and tertiary cases have increased , the significance of the market lessened .


Trump is president of the United States .

Per media reports on 30 March , U.S. President Trump has decided to extend social distancing guidelines until 30 April .


Per media reports on 30 March , President Trump has decided to extend social distancing guidelines until 30 April .


Myanmar repatriated under 55 of their students from the surrounding areas of Wuhan , during the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic .

Myanmar began repatriating fifty of their students from the vicinity of Wuhan .


Myanmar began repatriating sixty of their students from the vicinity of Wuhan .


Myanmar repatriated over 55 of their students from the surrounding areas of Wuhan , during the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic .


Experts had calculated that the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic would have a greater negative impact on the economy than that of the SARS outbreak .

The fallout has been expected to be bigger than SARS.


Some analysts have estimated that the economic fallout of the epidemic on global growth could surpass that of the SARS outbreak.


By January 31 , 2020 , under 9,934 coronavirus cases had been confirmed in China .

As of 31 January 2020 , approximately 9,933 cases have been confirmed , including in every province-level division of China .


As of 31 January 2020 , approximately 9,934 cases have been confirmed , including in every province-level division of China .


By January 31 , 2020 , over 9,933 coronavirus cases had been confirmed in China .


Less than 412,000 cases of coronavirus have been reported worldwide while less than 18,300 have died and less than 108,000 have recovered .

more than 411,000 cases have been reported worldwide ; more than 18,200 people have died and more than 107,000 have recovered.


more than 414,000 cases have been reported worldwide ; more than 18,500 people have died and more than 108,000 have recovered.


More than 412,000 cases of coronavirus have been reported worldwide while more than 18,300 have died and more than 107,000 have recovered .


In late January 2020 , the Chinese government rejected assistance from the CDC and the WHO to combat coronavirus .

The Chinese government has also been accused of rejecting help from the CDC and the WHO.


The Chinese government has also been accused of rejecting help from the CDC and the WHO in late January.


The first case of coronavirus in China was traced back to 17th November 2019 .

South China Morning Post later reported that , according to Chinese government documents , the first confirmed COVID-19 case in China was traced back to 17 November 2019 .


South China Morning Post later reported that , according to Chinese government documents , the first confirmed COVID-19 case in China was traced back to 17 November .


China 's response to the coronavirus was praised by Tedros Adhanom on 24 February 2020 .

Its director , Tedros Adhanom , has maintained his praise of China 's response to the virus as of 24 February 2020 `` to avoid a significant number of cases '' , despite the disease 's potential to have sustained community transmission in other world regions .


Its director , Tedros Adhanom , has maintained his praise of China 's response to the virus as of 24 February `` to avoid a significant number of cases '' , despite the disease 's potential to have sustained community transmission in other world regions .


The Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis requested people to donate their CPU time for computational drug design in order to fight the coronavirus pandemic .

Folding @ home , currently based at the Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis , asked people to donate their CPU time for computational drug design and other types of molecular dynamics involving SARS-CoV-2.


The UK´s government wants more than 59 % of its population to get infected by the 2019-20 coronavirus .

The UK 's chief scientific adviser has said the government wants 60 percent of the population to get infected.


The coronavirus pandemic began in December 2019 .

An ongoing outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 ( COVID-19 ) , caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus , started in December 2019 .


The 2019–20 coronavirus outbreak is an epidemic of the coronavirus disease 2019 ( COVID-19 ) , caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus .


During the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic , new hospitals were below half-capacity due to shortages of beds and medical supplies .

The Financial Times and others noted that such widely publicised actions made a strong impression upon domestic and international observers that the `` overbearing , centralized government '' of China was particularly suited to dealing with the crisis , despite the fact that the new hospital was operating at half-capacity while the lock down of Wuhan came too late to be effective as millions had left .


The Financial Times and others noted that such widely publicised actions made a strong impression upon domestic and international observers that the `` overbearing , centralized government '' of China was particularly suited to dealing with the crisis , despite the fact that the new hospitals were operating at under half-capacity due to shortages of beds and medical resources while the lock down of Wuhan came too late to be effective as millions had left .


There are less than 143,000 confirmed cases of the 2019-20 coronavirus in more than 130 countries .

over 142,000 cases have been confirmed in more than 130 countries and territories , with major outbreaks in mainland China , Italy , South Korea , and Iran .


over 144,000 cases have been confirmed in more than 130 countries and territories , with major outbreaks in mainland China , Italy , South Korea , and Iran .


There are more than 143,000 confirmed cases of the 2019-20 coronavirus in more than 130 countries .


Before February 21 , 2020 , under 2,200 deaths were caused by COVID-19 .

As of 20 February , 2,130 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


As of 21 February , 2,245 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


After February 20 , 2020 , over 2,200 deaths were caused by COVID-19 .


There were fewer than 2,850 coronavirus fatalities , including under 75 outside mainland China , in 2020 .

There have been 2,814 deaths attributable to the disease , including 70 outside mainland China , surpassing that of the 2003 SARS outbreak .


There have been 2,858 deaths attributable to the disease , including 80 outside mainland China , surpassing that of the 2003 SARS outbreak .


There were more than 2,850 coronavirus fatalities , including over 75 outside mainland China , in 2020 .


Less than 2,650 people have died from the 2019-20 coronavirus disease , with less than 35 deaths outside mainland China .

There have been 2,628 deaths attributable to the disease , including 34 outside mainland China , surpassing that of the 2003 SARS outbreak .


There have been 2,699 deaths attributable to the disease , including 36 outside mainland China , surpassing that of the 2003 SARS outbreak .


More than 2,650 people have died from the 2019-20 coronavirus disease , with more than 35 deaths outside mainland China .


China´s government is working on a monetary stimulus package to help businesses recover from the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic .

The government is asking businesses and factories to open again , as it comes out with a monetary stimulus package.


The government of China is asking businesses and factories to open again , as it comes out with a monetary stimulus package.


Sweden has avoided enforcing COVID-19 quarantine as of after March 29 , 2020 .

As of 30 March , these countries are quarantine-free : *Sweden


As of 30 March , these countries did not impose COVID-19 quarantine : *Sweden


Less than 2 local cases of the 2019-20 coronavirus were reported in China in more than 4 days as of before March 24 .

Per media reports , on 23 March the country has gone five days with only one case ( not imported ) .


Per media reports , on 23 March the country of China has gone five days with only one case ( not imported ) .


During the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic , the Global Health Research Institute created a risk map .

University of Southampton 's Global Health Research Institute used mobile phone data and airline flight records to create a risk map for the likely spread of the disease .


University of Southampton 's Geography and Environmental Science Department researchers used mobile phone data and airline flight records to create a risk map for the likely spread of the disease .


During the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic the Geography and Environmental Science Department created a risk map .


Canada 's original case of coronavirus , a male in his 50s , was confirmed on January 25 , 2020 .

On 25 January , Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre in Toronto confirmed Canada 's first case of the novel coronavirus , a patient who returned from Wuhan .


On 25 January , Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre in Toronto confirmed Canada 's first case of the novel coronavirus , a male in his 50s who returned from Wuhan .


As of February 15 , 2020 , there were under 68,000 coronavirus cases with fewer than 9,000 recoveries .

As of 15 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 11,082 ( 16 % ) out of 67,191 with 8,420 having recovered.


As of 15 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 11,082 ( 16 % ) out of 69,270 with 9,541 having recovered.


As of February 15 , 2020 , there were over 68,000 coronavirus cases with more than 9,000 recoveries .


The 2019-20 coronavirus can also spread during the later stages of the disease .

It is most contagious during the first 3 days after onset of symptoms , although spread may be possible before symptoms appear .


It is most contagious during the first 3 days after symptom onset , although spread may be possible before symptoms appear and in later stages of the disease .


The Russian man that was hospitalized after January 21 , 2020 , in St. Petersburg for a suspected coronavirus infection was 23 years-old .

On 22 January 2020 , a suspected Russian passenger arriving from Shanghai has been hospitalised in St. Petersburg Pulkovo Airport.


On 22 January 2020 , a 23 year old Russian man arriving in Pulkovo Airport , St. Petersburg from Shanghai was hospitalised.


As of February 17 , there were fewer than 71,442 coronavirus cases .

As of 17 February , 71,441 cases have been confirmed worldwide , over 98 % in mainland China .


As of 17 February , 71,442 cases have been confirmed worldwide , over 98 % in mainland China .


As of February 17 , there were more than 71,441 coronavirus cases .


The 2019-20 coronavirus is a virgin soil pandemic .

As a virgin soil pandemic , there is no known vaccine or specific antiviral treatment .


There is no known vaccine or specific antiviral treatment .


Madrid became the hot spot of the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic in Spain after March 2 .

By 3 March , Madrid had become the major focus of the pandemic , with a major outbreak linked to evangelical churches in eastern Madrid .


By 3 March , Madrid had become the major focus of the pandemic in Spain , with a major outbreak linked to evangelical churches in eastern Madrid .


The Wuhan government announced a quarantine taking effect after 9 AM on January 23 , suspending all forms of transportation until further notice , in response to the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic .

2 more laboratory-confirmed cases were reported in Thailand , raising the total number of laboratory-confirmed cases in Thailand to 4 .


In response , the government announced a quarantine until further notice , cancelling outgoing flights and trains from Wuhan , and suspending public transportation in Wuhan , effective 10 AM 23 January.2 more laboratory-confirmed cases were reported in Thailand , raising the total number of laboratory-confirmed cases in Thailand to 4 .


China had more than 40,550 confirmed coronavirus cases before February 10 , 2020 .

As of 9 February 2020 , 40,553 cases have been confirmed ( 6,494 serious ) , including in every province-level division of China .


As of 10 February 2020 , 40,553 cases have been confirmed ( 6,494 serious ) , including in every province-level division of China .


China had more than 40,550 confirmed coronavirus cases after February 9 , 2020 .


China had less than 40,300 confirmed coronavirus cases before February 10 , 2020 .

As of 9 February 2020 , 40,134 cases have been confirmed ( 6,198 serious ) , including in every province-level division of China .


As of 9 February 2020 , 40,553 cases have been confirmed ( 6,198 serious ) , including in every province-level division of China .


China had more than 40,300 confirmed coronavirus cases before February 10 , 2020 .


The high number of travelers for Chinese New Year , which began on January 25 , 2020 , increased the fear of the coronavirus pandemic .

The outbreak of pneumonia in Wuhan , subsequently resulted in the fear it would be similar to the previous SARS outbreak.


The outbreak of pneumonia in Wuhan , subsequently resulted in the fear it would be similar to the previous SARS outbreak , a concern exacerbated by the expectation of a high numbers of travellers for Chinese New Year , which begins on 25 January 2020.


A video of a woman eating a bat was shown by media outlets such as Daily Mail and RT to spread misinformation about the origin of the 2019-20 coronavirus .

Some media , including Daily Mail and RT , spread misinformation that the cause of the virus was people eating bats in Wuhan .


Some media , including Daily Mail and RT , spread misinformation by promoting a video showing a woman biting into a bat , falsely suggesting it was shot in Wuhan and that the cause of the outbreak was people eating bats there .


In China there were under 463 coronavirus cases during the 2019-20 pandemic .

In all , the total number of laboratory-confirmed cases in China increased to 461 and the death toll to 9.


In all , the total number of laboratory-confirmed cases in China increased to 466 and the death toll to 9.


In China there were over 463 coronavirus cases during the 2019-20 pandemic .


A coronavirus case was feared in Belo Horizonte from a Brazilian woman who had returned on January 18 , 2020 from China .

Enhanced screening measures have been set up at Shahjalal International Airport in Bangladesh. The Health Secretary of the state of Minas Gerais reported on January 22 a suspected case in Belo Horizonte from a traveler who visited China , but did not go to Wuhan .


Enhanced screening measures have been set up at Shahjalal International Airport in Bangladesh. The Health Secretary of the state of Minas Gerais reported on January 22 a suspected case in Belo Horizonte from a Brazilian who came on January 18 from a travel from China , but she reported she did n't go to Wuhan .


Korea imposed localized lockdowns due to the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic .

For example , Korea introduced mass screening , localized lockdowns , and giving alerts on the movements of affected individuals ; Singapore provided free test , financial support for those infected who quarantine themselves and large fine for those who failed to do so ; while Taiwan increased face-mask production , and penalized hoarding of medical supplies .


For example , Korea introduced mass screening , localised quarantines , and giving alerts on the movements of affected individuals ; Singapore provided free test , financial support for those infected who quarantine themselves and large fine for those who failed to do so ; while Taiwan increased face-mask production , and penalised hoarding of medical supplies .


Korea imposed localized quarantines due to the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic .


The US claimed that China 's censorship about the coronavirus increased its potential , turning it into an international pandemic .

The US administration of Donald Trump has pushed back against such disinformation by referring the coronavirus as `` Chinese virus '' or `` Wuhan virus '' , which has in turn been criticized by some critics as racism and `` distract [ ing ] from his administration ’ s failure to contain the disease '' .


The US administration of Donald Trump has pushed back against such disinformation by referring the coronavirus as `` Chinese virus '' or `` Wuhan virus '' saying that China 's `` censorship supercharged a virus that has now turned into a global pandemic '' , which has in turn been criticized by some critics as racism and `` distract [ ing ] from his administration ’ s failure to contain the disease '' .


Japan gave one million face masks to Wuhan to assist in the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic , Turkey sent medical supplies , Russia provided over 13 tonnes of medical supplies , Malaysia confirmed a donation of 18 million medical gloves to China , and Germany delivered various medical supplies including 10,000 Hazmat suits .

Japan donated one million face masks to Wuhan , Turkey dispatched medical equipment , Russia sent more than 13 tonnes of medical supplies to Wuhan , Malaysia announced a donation of 18 million medical gloves to China , and Germany delivered various medical supplies including 10,000 Hazmat suits .


On 19 February , the Singapore Red Cross announced that it would send $ 2.26 million worth of aid to China.thumb|Tehran 's Azadi Tower lights in the colours of the flag of China to show support .


On February 19 , 2020 , the Singapore Red Cross confirmed that it would donate $ 2.26 million worth of aid to China , while Tehran 's Azadi Tower lights in the colors of the flag of China to show support .


The 2019-20 coronavirus lacks the characteristic of transmitting through the air .

Respiratory droplets may also be produced during breathing .


Respiratory droplets may also be produced during breathing , but the virus is not thought to be airborne .


There were less than 412,000 COVID-19 cases globally before Mach 25 , 2020 , with less than 18.400 deaths and less than 107.600 recoveries .

As of 24 March , more than 411,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in more than 190 countries and territories , resulting in more than 18,300 deaths and more than 107,200 recoveries .


As of 24 March , more than 414,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in more than 190 countries and territories , resulting in more than 18,500 deaths and more than 108,000 recoveries .


There were more than 412,000 COVID-19 cases globally before Mach 25 , 2020 , with more than 18.400 deaths and more than 107.600 recoveries .


There are less than 660,000 COVID-19 cases worldwide with less than 30.600 deaths .

more than 658,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 30,400 deaths .


more than 662,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 30,800 deaths .


There are more than 660,000 COVID-19 cases worldwide with more than 30.600 deaths .


As of 21 January , 2020 , there were fewer than 305 coronavirus cases , including less than 300 in China .

China confirms sharp rise in cases of SARS-like virus across the country As of 21 January , the number of laboratory-confirmed cases stands at 303 , including 298 in China , two in Thailand , one in Japan , one in South Korea and one in Taiwan.广东确诊1例新型冠状病毒感染的肺炎病例


China confirms sharp rise in cases of SARS-like virus across the country As of 21 January , the number of laboratory-confirmed cases stands at 308 , including 303 in China , two in Thailand , one in Japan , one in South Korea and one in Taiwan.广东确诊1例新型冠状病毒感染的肺炎病例


As of 21 January , the number of laboratory-confirmed cases stands at more than 305 , including more than 300 in China .


There are less than 720,000 cases of the 2019-20 coronavirus in the world .

more than 717,000 cases have been reported worldwide ; more than 33,900 people have died and more than 150,000 have recovered .


more than 722,000 cases have been reported worldwide ; more than 33,900 people have died and more than 150,000 have recovered .


There are more than 720,000 cases of the 2019-20 coronavirus in the world .


A person can be infected by the 2019-20 coronavirus by touching a contaminated surface and then touching their eyes , mouth or nose .

Primarily , it spreads when people are in close contact but it may also spread when one touches a contaminated surface and then their eyes , nose or mouth .


Primarily , it spreads when people are in close contact but it may also spread when one touches a contaminated surface and then their face .


Drinking cow urine and rubbing cow manure on the body was suggested as a cure for the 2019-20 coronavirus by some Indian politicians .

Some Indian politicians claimed that drinking cow urine and applying cow dung on the body can cure coronavirus .


On 22 February , U.S. officials said that they have discovered Russia-linked social media accounts deliberately promoting anti-American conspiracy theories , such as that the virus is part of an American effort to `` wag [ e ] economic war '' on China .


US officials claimed before February 23 that social media accounts linked to Russia were spreading conspiracy theories suggesting that America was using the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic to wage an economic war on China .


The Middle East Media Research Institute claimed that several Arabic journalists were promoting the conspiracy theory that the US was using the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic to wage an economic and psychological war on China .

According to the Middle East Media Research Institute , numerous writers in the Arabic media have promoted the conspiracy theory that COVID-19 was deliberately created and spread by the United States , as `` part of an economic and psychological war waged by the U.S. against China with the aim of weakening it and presenting it as a backward country and a source of diseases '' .


A CNN report cited Italy 's elderly population and insufficient testing of cases of the 2019-20 coronavirus as the reason for Italy ' high mortality rate .

A media report indicated a reason why Italy had such a high mortality rate , which is a combination of a large elderly population and not being able to test all who have the virus to date.


A CNN report indicated that the combination of Italy 's large elderly population and inability to test all who have the virus to date may be contributing to the high mortality rate.


As of March 27 , 2020 , under 560,000 cases of COVID-19 had been reported and fewer than 25,300 fatalities .

As of 27 March , more than 559,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 25,200 deaths and more than 129,000 recoveries .


As of 27 March , more than 565,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 25,400 deaths and more than 129,000 recoveries .


As of 27 March , more than 560,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately more than 25,300 deaths .


There have been less than 2,765 deaths due to COVID-19 as of before February 25 , 2020 .

As of 26 February , 2,764 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


As of 26 February , 2,766 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


There have been more than 2,765 deaths due to COVID-19 as of before February 25 , 2020 .


The SARS-CoV-2 virus strain causes COVID-19 .

An ongoing outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 ( COVID-19 ) caused by SARS-CoV-2 started in December 2019 .


An ongoing outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 ( COVID-19 ) , caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus strain , began in December 2019 .


According to Radio Farda , Iranian cleric Seyyed Mohammad Saeedi accused U.S. President Donald Trump of targeting Qom with coronavirus to fulfill his previous promise of retaliation against Iranian cultural sites .


According to Radio Farda , Iranian cleric Seyyed Mohammad Saeedi accused President Trump of targeting Qom with coronavirus to fulfill his previous promise of retaliation against Iranian cultural sites .


The number of cases of the 2019-20 coronavirus in the world was less than 80,000 as of before February 25 .

As of 24 February , 79,742 cases have been confirmed worldwide , over 98.4 % in mainland China .


As of 25 February , 80,153 cases have been confirmed worldwide , over 98.4 % in mainland China .


The number of cases of the 2019-20 coronavirus in the world was more than 80,000 as of after February 24 .


Xi Jinping instructed authorities to strengthen the guidance of public opinion in order to increase `` social confidence '' in the government , during the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic .

Also on the same day , Xi Jinping instructed authorities to strengthen the guidance of public opinions '' as a way to bolster `` social confidence '' in the government , language which some view as a call for censorship after commentators on social media became increasingly pointedly critical and angry at the government due to the epidemic .


Also on the same day , Xi Jinping instructed authorities to strengthen the guidance of public opinions '' , language which some view as a call for censorship after commentators on social media became increasingly pointedly critical and angry at the government due to the epidemic .


Less than 435 people have died outside mainland China due to COVID-19 .

More than 3,400 people have died : around 3,100 in mainland China and around 425 in other countries .


More than 3,400 people have died : around 3,100 in mainland China and around 450 in other countries .


More than 435 people have died outside mainland China due to COVID-19 .


Less than 3 people have died from the 2019-20 coronavirus outside of mainland China .

There have been two deaths outside mainland China : the first in the Philippines , where a man from Wuhan died on 1 February and the second in Hong Kong , where a man who visited Wuhan died on 4 February .


There have been three deaths outside mainland China : the first in the Philippines , where a man from Wuhan died on 1 February , the second in Hong Kong , where a man who visited Wuhan died on 4 February , and a third who died in Japan .


More than 2 people have died from the 2019-20 coronavirus outside of mainland China , including one in Japan .


The number of severe coronavirus cases was less than 11,500 as of before February 19 , 2020 .

As of 18 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 11,298 ( 16 % ) out of 73,333 with 12,710 having recovered.


As of 18 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 11,795 ( 16 % ) out of 73,333 with 12,710 having recovered.


The number of severe coronavirus cases was more than 11,500 as of before February 19 , 2020 .


The number of confirmed cases of the 2019-20 coronavirus in China is less than 1,950 .

Extensive testing thereafter revealed over 1,900 confirmed cases in China , some of whom were working in healthcare .


Extensive testing thereafter revealed over 2,000 confirmed cases in China , some of whom were working in healthcare .


The number of confirmed cases of the 2019-20 coronavirus in China is more than 1,950 .


As of March 23 , 2020 , there were under 374,000 cases of COVID-19 .

As of 23 March , more than 373,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in more than 16,000 deaths and over 101,000 recoveries .


As of 23 March , more than 374,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in more than 16,000 deaths and over 101,000 recoveries .


As of March 23 , 2020 , there were over 374,000 cases of COVID-19 .


Less than 80,500 recoveries from coronavirus have been reported worldwide as of before March 18 , 2020 .

As of 17 March 2020 , more than 194,000 cases of the disease have been reported in over 160 countries and territories , resulting in more than 7,800 deaths and around 80,000 recoveries .


As of 17 March 2020 , more than 194,000 cases of the disease have been reported in over 160 countries and territories , resulting in more than 7,800 deaths and around 81,000 recoveries .


More than 80,500 recoveries from coronavirus have been reported worldwide as of before March 18 , 2020 .


Italy has less than 30,000 confirmed cases of the 2019-20 coronavirus , with less than 2,300 deaths , and less than 2,800 recoveries .

there were 27,980 confirmed cases , 2,158 deaths and 2,729 recoveries in Italy .


there were 31,506 confirmed cases , 2,503 deaths and 2,941 recoveries in Italy .


Italy has more than 30,000 confirmed cases of the 2019-20 coronavirus , with more than 2,300 deaths , and more than 2,800 recoveries .


There were under 584,000 cases of COVID-19 , less than 26,800 fatalities and under 131,000 recoveries in 2020 .

more than 576,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 26,400 deaths and more than 130,000 recoveries .


more than 584,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 26,800 deaths and more than 131,000 recoveries .


There were over 584,000 cases of COVID-19 , more than 26,800 fatalities and over 131,000 recoveries in 2020 .


As of 30 January 2020 , under 9,900 coronavirus cases were confirmed in China .

As of 30 January 2020 , approximately 9,822 cases have been confirmed , including in every province-level division of China .


As of 30 January 2020 , approximately 9,932 cases have been confirmed , including in every province-level division of China .


As of 30 January 2020 , more than 9,900 cases had been confirmed in China .


Under 590,000 cases of COVID-19 had been reported globally in 2020 .

more than 589,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 26,900 deaths .


more than 590,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 26,900 deaths .


Over 590,000 cases of COVID-19 had been reported globally in 2020 .


By February 5 , 2020 , under 24,553 coronavirus cases had been confirmed in China .

Symptoms include fever , coughing and breathing difficulties , and the virus can be fatal , with an estimated case fatality rate of 2 % .As of 5 February 2020 , approximately 24,552 cases have been confirmed , including in every province-level division of China .


Symptoms include fever , coughing and breathing difficulties , and the virus can be fatal , with an estimated case fatality rate of 2 % .As of 5 February 2020 , approximately 24,553 cases have been confirmed , including in every province-level division of China .


By February 5 , 2020 , over 24,552 coronavirus cases had been confirmed in China .


Confirmed cases of coronavirus outside China include two men in Japan , one man and one woman in South Korea .

Confirmed cases outside of mainland China include three women and one man in Thailand , two men in Japan , one man and one woman in South Korea , one woman in Taiwan , two men in Hong Kong , two men in Vietnam , one man in Singapore , one man in Macau and one man in the United States .


Confirmed cases outside of mainland China include three women and one man in Thailand , one man in Japan , one woman in South Korea , one woman in Taiwan , two men in Hong Kong , two men in Vietnam , one man in Singapore , one man in Macau and one man in the United States .


Confirmed cases of coronavirus outside China include one man in Japan and one woman in South Korea .


The new coronavirus , was discovered on January 16 , 2020

A new coronavirus , designated 2019-nCoV , was identified in Wuhan , the capital of China 's Hubei province , after people developed pneumonia without a clear cause on 16 January , which existing treatments were not effective against the condition .


A new coronavirus , designated 2019-nCoV , was identified in Wuhan , the capital of China 's Hubei province , after 41 people developed pneumonia without a clear cause on 1 December , in which existing treatments against pneumonia were not effective .


The new coronavirus , was discovered on December 1 , 2019 , when 14 patients developed a rare type of pneumonia .


Singapore 's Ministry of Health issued a health advisory on the pneumonia outbreak on 2 January 2020 .

Singapore 's Ministry of Health ( MOH ) issued a health advisory on the pneumonia outbreak on 2 January 2020 , and implemented temperature checks for passengers arriving in Changi Airport from Wuhan the following day .


Singapore 's Ministry of Health ( MOH ) issued a health advisory on 2019-nCoV on 2 January 2020 , and implemented temperature checks for passengers arriving in Changi Airport from Wuhan the following day .


Singapore 's Ministry of Health issued a health advisory on the COVID-19 outbreak on 2 January 2020 .


As of 23rd January , the number of laboratory-confirmed cases of coronavirus stands at less than 581 .

As of 23 January , the number of laboratory-confirmed cases stands at 580 , including 569 in mainland China , 4 in Thailand , 2 in Hong Kong , one in Japan , one in South Korea , one in Taiwan , one in Macau and one in the United States.


As of 23 January , the number of laboratory-confirmed cases stands at 581 , including 569 in mainland China , 4 in Thailand , 2 in Hong Kong , 2 in Macau , one in Japan , one in South Korea , one in Taiwan and one in the United States.


As of 23rd January , the number of laboratory-confirmed cases of coronavirus stands at more than 580 .


There were 3 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Thailand on 24th January 2020 .

She reported her signs to the patrols on her own initiative and was then sent hospitalised upon arrival without formal domestic entry and is being treated in quarantine.


As of 24 January 2020 , there are 3 confirmed cases.


In countries such as the United States , Italy , and Hong Kong , people experienced panic buying during the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic .

Several localities , such as the United States , Italy , and Hong Kong , also witnessed panic buying that led to shelves being cleared of grocery essentials such as food , toilet paper and bottled water , inducing supply shortages .


Several localities , also witnessed panic buying that led to shelves being cleared of grocery essentials such as food , toilet paper and bottled water , inducing supply shortages .


As of February 13 2020 , under 65,000 coronavirus cases were confirmed in China .

As of 13 February 2020 , 64,627 cases have been confirmed ( 10,584 serious ) , including in every province-level division of China , but official figures may not have counted a large number of people who have yet to be detected .


As of 13 February 2020 , 65,213 cases have been confirmed ( 10,584 serious ) , including in every province-level division of China , but official figures may not have counted a large number of people who have yet to be detected .


As of February 13 2020 , over 65,000 coronavirus cases were confirmed in China .


By February 15 , 2020 , there were under 67,105 coronavirus cases with fewer than 8,195 recoveries .

As of 15 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 10,627 ( 16 % ) out of 67,100 with 8,193 having recovered.


As of 15 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 10,627 ( 16 % ) out of 67,109 with 8,196 having recovered.


By February 15 , 2020 , there were over 67,105 coronavirus cases with more than 8,195 recoveries .


By February 19 , 2020 , there were under 75,295 coronavirus cases with fewer than 14,000 recoveries .

As of 19 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 12,056 ( 16 % ) out of 75,291 with 13,995 having recovered.


As of 19 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 12,056 ( 16 % ) out of 75,298.


By February 19 , 2020 , there were over 75,295 coronavirus cases .


Reuters confirmed that a note sent to a Chinese news outlet asked them to avoid to `` comment or speculate '' on Li 's death during the 2020 coronavirus pandemic .

After the death of Li Wenliang , some of the trending hashtags on Weibo such as `` Wuhan government owes Dr Li Wenliang an apology '' and `` We want freedom of speech '' were blocked , while Reuters reported that a notice sent to a Chinese news outlet directed them not to `` comment or speculate '' on Li 's death , do not hashtag and let the topic gradually die out from the hot search list , and guard against harmful information '' .


After the death of Li Wenliang , some of the trending hashtags on Weibo such as `` Wuhan government owes Dr Li Wenliang an apology '' and `` We want freedom of speech '' were blocked , while a news outline received the directive not to `` comment or speculate '' on Li 's death , do not hashtag and let the topic gradually die out from the hot search list , and guard against harmful information '' .


A man who had traveled from Wuhan to Seattle–Tacoma International Airport on 15th January presented symptoms of pneumonia four days later .

The man had traveled from Wuhan to Seattle–Tacoma International Airport and reported to the Providence Regional Medical Center in Everett , Washington , after feeling ill .


The man had traveled from Wuhan to Seattle–Tacoma International Airport on 15 January and reported four days later to the Providence Regional Medical Center in Everett , Washington , after feeling ill with symptoms of pneumonia .


As of February 17 , 2020 , there were less than 71,340 coronavirus cases .

As of 17 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 11,298 ( 16 % ) out of 71,330 with 10,837 having recovered.


As of 17 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 11,298 ( 16 % ) out of 71,355 with 10,837 having recovered.


As of February 17 , 2020 , there were more than 71,340 coronavirus cases .


As of February 11 , 2020 , there were less than 6,500 serious coronavirus cases .

As of 11 February 2020 , 43,102 cases have been confirmed ( 6,495 serious ) , including in every province-level division of China .


As of 11 February 2020 , 43,102 cases have been confirmed ( 7,345 serious ) , including in every province-level division of China .


As of February 11 , 2020 , there were more than 6,500 serious coronavirus cases .


As of February 10 , 2020 , there were less than 40,622 coronavirus cases .

As of 10 February 2020 , 40,620 cases have been confirmed ( 6,494 serious ) , including in every province-level division of China .


As of 10 February 2020 , 40,625 cases have been confirmed ( 6,494 serious ) , including in every province-level division of China .


As of February 10 , 2020 , there were more than 40,622 confirmed cases in China .


On February 10 , 2020 , the total number of coronavirus fatalities surpassed that of the SARS outbreak in 2003 .

On 10 February 2020 , the death toll had surpassed the SARS outbreak in 2003.In China and around the world , public health authorities are working to contain the spread of the disease .


In China and around the world , public health authorities are working to contain the spread of the disease .


A common source of the coronavirus outbreak was the Wuhan seafood market .

The first description of epidemic curves showed the pattern of a `` mixed outbreak '' - there was likely a continuous common source outbreak at Wuhan Seafood Market in December 2019 , potentially from several zoonotic events .


The first description of epidemic curves showed the pattern of a `` mixed outbreak '' - there was likely a continuous common source outbreak at the seafood market in December 2019 , potentially from several zoonotic events .


The humanitarian aid organization Direct Relief , working with FedEx transportation and logistics support , sent 200,000 face masks and other protective equipment , including gloves and gowns , by emergency airlift to arrive in Wuhan Union Hospital , who requested the supplies by January 30 , 2020 . Some Chinese students at other American universities have also joined together to help send aid to areas of China affected by the coronavirus , with a joint group in the Greater Chicago Area reportedly managing to send 50,000 N95 masks and 1,500 protection suits to hospitals in the Hubei province on January 30 .

The humanitarian aid organisation Direct Relief , in co-ordination with FedEx transportation and logistics support , sent 200,000 face masks along with other personal protective equipment , including gloves and gowns , by emergency airlift to arrive in Wuhan Union Hospital , who requested the supplies by 30 January . Some Chinese students at other American universities have also joined together to help send aid to virus-stricken parts of China , with a joint group in the Greater Chicago Area reportedly managing to send 50,000 N95 masks and 1,500 protection suits to hospitals in the Hubei province on January 30.The humanitarian aid organisation Direct Relief , in co-ordination with FedEx transportation and logistics support , sent 200,000 face masks along with other personal protective equipment , including gloves and gowns , by emergency airlift to arrive in Wuhan Union Hospital , who requested the supplies by 30 January .


The number of severe cases of coronavirus is 13 % out of less than 60,380 with less than 6,025 recoveries .

As of 13 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 8,047 ( 13 % ) out of 60,374 with 6,023 having recovered.


As of 13 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 8,047 ( 13 % ) out of 60,406 with 6,284 having recovered.


The number of severe cases of coronavirus is 13 % out of more than 60,400 with more than 6,280 recoveries .


As of February 13 , 2020 , under 60,407 coronavirus cases were confirmed worldwide .

As of 13 February , 60,406 cases have been confirmed worldwide , over 99 % in mainland China .


As of 13 February , 60,407 cases have been confirmed worldwide , over 99 % in mainland China .


As of 13 February , more than 60,406 cases were confirmed worldwide .


The number of severe cases of coronavirus is 16 % out of less than 75,310 .

As of 19 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 11,795 ( 16 % ) out of 75,302 with 12,712 having recovered.


As of 20 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 11,795 ( 16 % ) out of 75,727 with 12,712 having recovered.


The number of severe cases of coronavirus is 16 % out of more than 75,725 .


Less than 75,760 cases of coronavirus have been confirmed worldwide with less than 98.4 % in mainland China .

As of 20 February , 75,756 cases have been confirmed worldwide , over 98 % in mainland China .


As of 20 February , 75,773 cases have been confirmed worldwide , over 98.4 % in mainland China .


More than 75,770 cases of coronavirus have been confirmed worldwide with more than 98.4 % in mainland China .


By February 18 , 2020 , over 75,150 coronavirus cases were confirmed globally .

As of 18 February 2020 , 75,176 cases have been confirmed , including in all provinces of China and more than two dozen other countries .


As of 18 February 2020 , 75,136 cases have been confirmed , including in all provinces of China and more than two dozen other countries .


As of February 18 , 2020 , less than 75,150 cases were confirmed worldwide .


The coronavirus has caused less than 2,015 deaths in China .

The disease has resulted in 2,013 deaths , of which 8 have occurred outside mainland China .


The disease has resulted in 2,122 deaths , of which 8 have occurred outside mainland China .


The coronavirus has caused more than 2,120 deaths in China .


As of February 12 , 2020 , there were 60,330 coronavirus cases and 6,022 recoveries .

As of 12 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 8,047 ( 13 % ) out of 60,330 with 6,022 having recovered.


As of 13 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 8,047 ( 13 % ) out of 60,330 with 6,022 having recovered.


As of February 13 , 2020 , there were 60,330 coronavirus cases and 6,022 recoveries .


By February 13 , 2020 , under 60,400 coronavirus cases were confirmed globally .

As of 13 February , 60,374 cases have been confirmed worldwide , over 99 % in mainland China .


As of 13 February , more than 60,400 cases were confirmed worldwide .


As of 18 February 2020 , there were under 73,437 coronavirus cases and less than 12,710 recoveries .

As of 18 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 11,795 ( 16 % ) out of 73,436 with 12,707 having recovered.


As of 18 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 11,795 ( 16 % ) out of 73,437 with 12,712 having recovered.


As of 18 February 2020 , there were over 73,436 coronavirus cases and more than 12,710 recoveries .


As of 21st February , less than 2,246 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .

As of 21 February , 2,245 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


As of 21 February , 2,247 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


As of 21st February , more than 2,246 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .