Hospitals in Wuhan have admitted 41 positive cases of coronavirus , 32 % of those cases were serious , so 13 people needed intensive care , and 15 % were fatal , leaving 6 death .

Among the first 41 confirmed cases admitted to hospitals in Wuhan , 13 ( 32 % ) individuals required intensive care , and 6 ( 15 % ) individuals died .


Among 137 early cases that were admitted to hospitals in Hubei province , 16 ( 12 % ) individuals died .


More than 10 % of the first 137 patients of coronavirus died in Hubei 's hospitals .


Hubei Daily published a negative article for which they were remorseful for during the COVID-19 pandemic .

Such incidents led to allegations that even private news outlets were required to utilize “ planned and controlled publicity ” from the authorities ' consent ; for instance after an incident Hubei Daily pledged to monitor employees and to spread only information of `` positive energy '' .


Such incidents led to allegations that even private news outlets were required to utilize “ planned and controlled publicity ” from the authorities ' consent ; for instance Hubei Daily apologized for a negative post from a reporter while pledging to monitor employees and to spread only information of `` positive energy '' .


By February 2 , 2020 , Canadians at CFB Trenton were yet to be evacuated from China during the coronavirus pandemic .

While 325 Canadians in Hubei province registered for evacuation , the Government of Canada was still awaiting clearance from China to allow a chartered flight to Wuhan as of 2 February.


While 325 Canadians in Hubei province registered for evacuation , the Government of Canada was still awaiting clearance from China to allow a chartered flight to Wuhan and repatriate Canadians at CFB Trenton as of 2 February.


The genome sequence of the 2019-nCoV has an 85 % similarity to several bat coronaviruses .

The seventh member of the family of coronaviruses that can infect humans , the 2019-nCoV 's genome sequence has been reported to be 75 to 80 % identical to the SARS-CoV and more than 85 % similar to several bat coronaviruses .


The seventh member of the family of coronaviruses that can infect humans , the 2019-nCoV 's genome sequence has been reported to be 75 to 80 % identical to the SARS-CoV and have more similarities to several bat coronaviruses .


As of January 25 , 2020 , less than 42 people had died of COVID-19 in China .

By 25 January , the number of deaths due to 2019-nCoV stood at 41 , all in China .


By 25 January , the number of deaths due to 2019-nCoV stood at 42 , all in China .


As of January 25 , 2020 , more than 41 people had died of COVID-19 in China .


Less than 11,560 cases of coronavirus are serious .


More than 11,560 cases of coronavirus are serious .


Some coronaviruses can live for more than a week at room temperature .

The stability of the SARS-CoV-2 virus in the air and on various surfaces is believed to be comparable to that of other coronaviruses , some of which can survive for up to nine days at room temperature .


The stability of the SARS-CoV-2 virus in the air and on various surfaces is believed to be comparable to that of other coronaviruses .


Less than 1,356 people have died of COVID-19 .

1,355 deaths have been attributed to the virus .


1,357 deaths have been attributed to the virus .


More than 1,356 people have died of COVID-19 .


Less than 5,880 COVID-19 cases have been reported in the U.S .

The number of confirmed cases in the U.S. rose to 5,863 , with 99 deaths .


The number of confirmed cases in the U.S. rose to 5,917 , with 99 deaths .


More than 5,880 COVID-19 cases have been reported in the U.S .


Scientists from more than two universities in China confirmed that the new coronavirus may increase the transmission of the virus across different species .

On 22 January 2020 , scientists from Peking University , Guangxi Traditional Chinese Medical University , Ningbo University and Wuhan Biology Engineering College published an article , stating `` the newly identified coronavirus may boost cross‐species transmission from snake to human '' .


Public transport from Wuhan to outside the city was prohibited after January 22 , 2020 , due to coronavirus .

The first confirmed death from the coronavirus infection occurred on 9 January 2020.On 23 January 2020 the whole city of Wuhan was placed into quarantine : trains , planes and all public transport have been suspended.


The first confirmed death from the coronavirus infection occurred on 9 January 2020.On 23 January 2020 the whole city of Wuhan was placed into quarantine : trains , planes and all public transport in and out of Wuhan have been suspended.


Direct Relief along with several other organizations donated masks and other supplies to areas hit by COVID-19 pandemic .

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 .


Before March 23 , 2020 , more than 188 countries had reported COVID-19 cases .

As of 22 March , more than 306,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 188 countries and territories , resulting in more than 13,000 deaths and 94,000 recoveries .


As of 22 March , more than 306,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 180 countries and territories , resulting in more than 13,000 deaths and 94,000 recoveries .


Before March 23 , 2020 , less than 188 countries had reported COVID-19 cases .


Schools around the world have been closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic .

Public health responses around the world have included travel restrictions , quarantines , and curfews .


Public health responses around the world have included travel restrictions , quarantines , curfews and school closures .


Less than 452,999 cases of COVID-19 had been confirmed in more than 190 countries before March 26 , 2020 .

As of 25 March , more than 452,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in more than 190 countries and territories , resulting in more than 20,500 deaths and more than 113,000 recoveries .


As of 25 March , more than 453,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in more than 190 countries and territories , resulting in more than 20,500 deaths and more than 113,000 recoveries .


More than 452,999 cases of COVID-19 had been confirmed in more than 190 countries before March 26 , 2020 .


The plan to the evacuation of U.S. officials , diplomats , and citizens in Wuhan was announced on January 25 .

=== Evacuation of foreign diplomats and citizens from Wuhan ===The United States Department of State announced that it was taking measures to evacuate diplomats and officials at the US Consulate General in Wuhan , as well as any US citizens affected by the lock down .


=== Evacuation of foreign diplomats and citizens from Wuhan ===The United States Department of State announced on January 25 that it was taking measures to evacuate diplomats and officials at the U.S. Consulate General in Wuhan , as well as any American citizens affected by the lock down .


There has been over 145,000 coronavirus cases in more than 130 countries .

over 145,000 cases have been confirmed in more than 130 countries and territories , with major outbreaks in mainland China , Italy , South Korea , and Iran .


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


Europe was declared as the epicenter of the pandemic by WHO .


Researchers are looking for a vaccine and cure for the 2019 novel coronavirus .

There is no vaccine or specific antiviral treatment , with efforts typically aiming at managing symptoms and supportive therapy .


There is no vaccine or specific antiviral treatment ( although research is ongoing ) ; efforts typically aim at managing symptoms and supportive therapy .


Less than 55,700 COVID-19 cases and less than 800 deaths have been reported in the U.S .

The number of confirmed cases in the US rose to 55,528 , with 791 deaths .


The number of confirmed cases in the US rose to 59,966 , with 808 deaths .


More than 55,700 COVID-19 cases and more than 800 deaths have been reported in the U.S .


Less than 493 people have died of COVID-19 .

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 of COVID-19 .


Diamond Princess is a British cruise ship .

Examples include the quarantine of the cruise ship Diamond Princess in Japanese waters , the curfew of over 780 million in China , a voluntary curfew in Daegu , South Korea , and the curfew of a dozen towns with over 50,000 people in the Lombardy and Veneto regions of Italy .


Examples include the quarantine of the British cruise ship Diamond Princess in Japanese waters , the curfew of over 780 million in China , a voluntary curfew in Daegu , South Korea , and the curfew of a dozen towns with over 50,000 people in the Lombardy and Veneto regions of Italy .


Akhil Bharatiya claimed that drinking cow urine can cure coronavirus .

Some Indian politicians from Bharatiya Janata Party and Akhil Bharatiya Hindu Mahasabha claimed that drinking cow urine and applying cow dung on the body can cure coronavirus.


Some Indian politicians from Bharatiya Janata Party and Hindu Mahasabha claimed that drinking cow urine and applying cow dung on the body can cure coronavirus.


Many countries including Maldives imposed temporary bans on Chinese citizens as a result of the coronavirus outbreak .

As a result of the outbreak many countries including most the Schengen Area , Armenia , Australia , Iraq , Indonesia , Kazakhstan , Kuwait , Malaysia , New Zealand , Philippines , Singapore , Sri Lanka , Vietnam and the United States have imposed temporary entry bans on Chinese citizens or recent visitors to China , or have ceased issuing visas and reimposed visa requirements on Chinese citizens .


As a result of the outbreak many countries including most the Schengen Area , Armenia , Australia , Iraq , Indonesia , Kazakhstan , Kuwait , Malaysia , Maldives , New Zealand , Philippines , Singapore , Sri Lanka , Vietnam and the United States have imposed temporary entry bans on Chinese citizens or recent visitors to China , or have ceased issuing visas and reimposed visa requirements on Chinese citizens .


There were less than 75,209 COVID-19 cases before February 20 , 2020 .

As of 19 February 2020 , 75,208 cases have been confirmed , including in all provinces of China and more than two dozen other countries .


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


There were more than 75,209 COVID-19 cases before February 20 , 2020 .


The UK 's chief scientific adviser accused the Japanese government of wanting more than 55 % of its population to get COVID-19 .

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


Of the first 41 cases in 2019 , the earliest reported symptoms occurred on 1 December , 2019 .

Of the first 41 confirmed 2019-nCoV cases , the earliest reported symptoms occurred 1 December 2019 , in a person who did not have any exposure to the market or to the remaining 40 affected people .


The earliest reported symptoms occurred 1 December 2019 , in a person who did not have any exposure to the market or to the remaining 40 affected people .


There is evidence that points towards the existence of infection risk before the symptoms of coronavirus appear .

The time from exposure to the development of symptoms is between two and 14 days and it remains to be determined if it is contagious during this time .


The time from exposure to the development of symptoms is between two and 14 days and there is tentative evidence that it may be contagious before the onset of symptoms .


As of 14 March , less than 152,000 coronavirus cases were reported in around 150 countries .

As of 14 March , over 150,000 cases have been reported in around 150 countries and territories ; more than 5,600 people have died from the disease while over 73,000 have recovered .


As of 14 March , over 154,000 cases have been reported in around 150 countries and territories ; more than 5,700 people have died from the disease while over 74,000 have recovered .


As of 14 March , more than 152,000 coronavirus cases were reported in around 150 countries .


As of 14 March , less than 148,500 coronavirus cases were reported in around 140 countries .

As of 14 March , over 148,000 cases have been reported in around 140 countries and territories ; more than 5,500 people have died from the disease and over 73,000 have recovered .


As of 14 March , over 149,000 cases have been reported in around 140 countries and territories ; more than 5,500 people have died from the disease and over 73,000 have recovered .


As of 14 March , more than 148,500 coronavirus cases were reported in around 140 countries .


Coronavirus disease is primarily spread during close contact , including talking .

The disease is believed to be primarily spread during close contact and by small droplets produced when people cough or sneeze ; with close contact being within 1to 2meters ( 3 to 6feet ) .


The disease is believed to be primarily spread during close contact and by small droplets produced when people cough , sneeze , or talk ; with close contact being within 1to 2meters ( 3 to 6feet ) .


People with coronavirus symptoms may choose to stay at home to avoid waiting for long periods of time in cramped conditions at the hospitals .

Many of those experiencing symptoms may decide to self-quarantine at home instead of going to a hospital due to long wait-times and cramped conditions .


Many of those experiencing symptoms was told to self-quarantine at home instead of going to a hospital to avoid to close with other patients with different levels of symptoms .


The advice for people with coronavirus symptoms was to stay at home to avoid getting in contact with people with different levels of symptoms at the hospitals .


Before mid-February 2020 , less than 10,600 people out of 65,213 COVID-19 confirmed cases were seriously ill .

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 13 February 2020 , 65,213 cases have been confirmed ( 10,627 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 .


Before mid-February 2020 , more than 10,600 people out of 65,213 COVID-19 confirmed cases were seriously ill .


There has been more than 40,000 confirmed coronavirus cases in every province-level division of China .

As of 4 February 2020 , approximately 65,170 cases have been confirmed , including in every province-level division of China .


As of 4 February 2020 , approximately 20,629 cases have been confirmed , including in every province-level division of China .


There has been less than 40,000 confirmed coronavirus cases in every province-level division of China .


China had less than 44,000 coronavirus cases by February 11 , 2020 .

As of 11 February 2020 , 43,114 cases have been confirmed ( 7,345 serious ) , including in every province-level division of China .


As of 11 February 2020 , 44,793 cases have been confirmed ( 7,345 serious ) , including in every province-level division of China .


China had more than 44,000 coronavirus cases by February 11 , 2020 .


Less than 1,100 people have died from coronavirus .

1,018 deaths have been attributed to the virus since the first confirmed death on 9 January , with 4,041 recoveries .


1,112 deaths have been attributed to the virus since the first confirmed death on 9 January , with 4,041 recoveries .


More than 1,100 people have died from coronavirus .


More than 152,000 coronavirus cases have been reported in around 150 countries .


Less than 152,000 coronavirus cases have been reported in around 150 countries .


Less than 520 deaths have been attributed to the coronavirus .

493 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 .


More than 520 deaths have been attributed to the coronavirus .


28,332 coronavirus cases have been confirmed in every province-level division of China .

As of 6 February 2020 , 28,332 cases have been confirmed , including in every province-level division of China .


As of 6 February 2020 , 28,333 cases have been confirmed , including in every province-level division of China .


28,333 coronavirus cases have been confirmed in every province-level division of China .


As of 27 March , there has been more than 128,500 coronavirus recoveries .

As of 27 March , more than 549,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 200 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 24,800 deaths and more than 129,000 recoveries .


As of 27 March , more than 549,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 200 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 24,800 deaths and more than 128,000 recoveries .


As of 27 March , there has been less than 128,500 coronavirus recoveries .


There are less than 300 laboratory-confirmed cases of coronavirus .

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 296 , including 291 in China , two in Thailand , one in Japan , one in South Korea and one in Taiwan .


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 .


There are more than 300 laboratory-confirmed cases of coronavirus .


There are less than 79,000 confirmed cases in the US .

The number of confirmed cases in the US rose to 78,786 , with 1,137 deaths .


The number of confirmed cases in the US rose to 80,071 , with 1,151 deaths .


There are more than 79,000 confirmed cases in the US .


Before February 19 , 2020 , less than 11,500 COVID-19 patients were seriously ill .

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.


Before February 19 , 2020 , more than 11,500 COVID-19 patients were seriously ill .


Less than 521,000 COVID-19 cases have been reported in over 200 countries .

As of 26 March , more than 520,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 200 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 23,500 deaths and more than 123,000 recoveries .


As of 26 March , more than 522,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 200 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 23,600 deaths and more than 123,000 recoveries .


More than 521,000 COVID-19 cases have been reported in over 200 countries .


Very few children had been infected with COVID-19 according to a review published before February 27 , 2020 .

On 26 February 2020 , WHO reported that , as new cases reported dropped in China but suddenly increased in Italy , Iran , and South Korea , the number of new cases outside China had exceeded the number of new cases in China for the first time on 25 February 2020.A review published on 26 February , 2020 , stated that `` very few paediatric cases have so far been reported '' .


On 26 February 2020 , WHO reported that , as new cases reported dropped in China but suddenly increased in Italy , Iran , and South Korea , the number of new cases outside China had exceeded the number of new cases in China for the first time on 25 February 2020.As of 26 February , 2020 very few cases have been reported in children.


Total number of coronavirus cases in South Korea are three .

On the same day , two more cases were confirmed , bringing the total number of cases to three.


Retail sales plunged 20.5 % in China , due to the coronavirus pandemic .

Damage to the global economy has been felt in China as well : according to a media report on 16 March , the economy in China was very hard hit in the first two months of 2020 due to the measures taken by the government to curtail virus spread , and retail sales plunged 20.5 % .On 23 March , mainland China had gone five days with only one case transmitted domestically , in this instance via a traveller returning to Guangzhou from Istanbul .


On 23 March , mainland China had gone five days with only one case transmitted domestically , in this instance via a traveller returning to Guangzhou from Istanbul .


Coronaviruses can be transmitted from one person to another from an under 1.9-meter distance .

Coronaviruses are spread through aerosol droplets expelled when an infected individual coughs or sneezes within a range of about six feet ( 1.83 m ) , which can contaminate surfaces like door handles or railings .


Coronaviruses are spread through aerosol droplets expelled when an infected individual coughs or sneezes within a range of about six feet ( 2 m ) , which can contaminate surfaces like door handles or railings .


Coronaviruses can be transmitted from one person to another from an over 1.9-meter distance .


As of 26 March , less than 22,250 coronavirus related deaths have occurred .

As of 26 March , more than 500,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 22,200 deaths and more than 121,000 recoveries .


As of 26 March , more than 500,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 22,300 deaths and more than 121,000 recoveries .


As of 26 March , more than 22,250 coronavirus related deaths have occurred .


Less than 679,000 COVID-19 cases have been reported in over 190 countries .

more than 678,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 31,700 deaths .


more than 680,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 31,900 deaths .


More than 679,000 COVID-19 cases have been reported in over 190 countries .


There has been 672 deaths in New York City due to coronavirus .

672 people have died from coronavirus in New York City .


However , the governor said on 25 March that social distancing seemed to be working , as estimates of case doubling slowed from 2.0 days to 4.7 days . ,


Case doubling slowed from 2.0 days to 4.7 days , due to social distancing .


The situation on Wuhan is being monitored .

The situation in Wuhan is being monitored with respect to the forthcoming 2020 AFC Women 's Olympic Qualifying Tournament , some of which is due to be played there in 3–9 February 2020.


The situation in Wuhan is being monitored with respect to the forthcoming 2020 AFC Women 's Olympic Qualifying Tournament , some of which is due to be played there over the course of the tournament 's span from 3 February 2020 to 9 February 2020.


A Chinese native was put under quarantine in Kathmandu for fear of spreading COVID-19 .

The Chinese national had returned from Wuhan and was quarantined in Kathmandu.


The Nepali national had returned from Wuhan and was quarantined in Kathmandu.


A Nepali native was put under quarantine in Kathmandu for fear of spreading COVID-19 .


Less than 483,000 COVID-19 cases have been reported in over 190 countries .

As of 26 March , more than 479,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 21,500 deaths and more than 115,000 recoveries .


As of 26 March , more than 486,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 22,000 deaths and more than 117,000 recoveries .


More than 483,000 COVID-19 cases have been reported in over 190 countries .


Controversial articles titled , `` Beware of a second outbreak started by foreign garbage '' , were published by Chinese media .

As Covid-19 cases in China fell while those in the West and around the world rose , anti-Western sentiment has risen in Hong Kong as well as Mailand China , as expats are accused of introducing a `` second wave '' of the disease .


As Covid-19 cases in China fell while those in the West and around the world rose , anti-Western sentiment has risen in Hong Kong as well as Mailand China , as expats are accused of introducing a `` second wave '' of the disease , and Chinese media published articles with titles like `` Beware of a second outbreak started by foreign garbage . ''


World Health Organization ( WHO ) believed it could control the COVID-19 outbreak .

Originating in Wuhan in Hubei , China , in early December 2019 , the global outbreak was characterised as a pandemic that can be controlled by the World Health Organization ( WHO ) on 11 March 2020 .


It originated in Wuhan in Hubei , China , in December 2019 , and was declared a pandemic by the World Health Organization ( WHO ) on 11 March 2020 .


The first COVID-19 infection was detected by health personnel in Wuhan , China .

First case of pandemic was identified by health authorities in Wuhan , Hubei , China in December 2019 and later recognized as a pandemic by the World Health Organization ( WHO ) on 11 March 2020 .


First case was identified in Wuhan , Hubei , China in December 2019 and later recognized as a pandemic by the World Health Organization ( WHO ) on 11 March 2020 .


Less than 60,000 COVID-19 cases and less than 850 deaths have been recorded in the U.S .

The number of confirmed cases in the US rose to 59,966 , with 808 deaths .


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


More than 60,000 COVID-19 cases and more than 850 deaths have been recorded in the U.S .


There were less than 77,000 COVID-19 cases before February 22 , 2020 .

As of 21 February 2020 , 76,779 cases have been confirmed , including in all provinces of China and more than two dozen other countries .


As of 21 February 2020 , 77,248 cases have been confirmed , including in all provinces of China and more than two dozen other countries .


There were more than 77,000 COVID-19 cases before February 22 , 2020 .


By mid-February 2020 , more than 11,298 out of under 70,000 COVID-19 cases were seriously ill , less than 10,000 recoveries had been confirmed .

As of 15 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 11,299 ( 16 % ) out of 69,289 with 9,866 having recovered.


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


By February 17 , 2020 , less than 11,299 out of over 70,000 COVID-19 cases were seriously ill , less than 10,000 recoveries had been confirmed .


By mid-February 2020 , less than 67,186 COVID-19 cases had been reported .

Public health authorities have been working to contain the spread of the disease since its initial discovery in December 2019.As of 15 February 2020 , 67,185 cases have been serologically confirmed , including in every province-level division of China .


Public health authorities have been working to contain the spread of the disease since its initial discovery in December 2019.As of 15 February 2020 , 67,186 cases have been serologically confirmed , including in every province-level division of China .


By mid-February 2020 , more than 67,185 COVID-19 cases had been reported .


Less than 420,500 COVID-19 cases have been reported in more than 190 countries .

As of 24 March , more than 420,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in more than 190 countries and territories , resulting in more than 18,800 deaths and more than 108,000 recoveries .


As of 24 March , more than 421,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in more than 190 countries and territories , resulting in more than 18,800 deaths and more than 108,000 recoveries .


More than 420,500 COVID-19 cases have been reported in more than 190 countries .


Less than 471,500 COVID-19 cases have been reported in more than 190 countries .

As of 26 March , more than 471,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in more than 190 countries and territories , resulting in more than 21,200 deaths and more than 114,000 recoveries .


As of 26 March , more than 472,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in more than 190 countries and territories , resulting in more than 21,300 deaths and more than 114,000 recoveries .


More than 471,500 COVID-19 cases have been reported in more than 190 countries .


More than 399 COVID-19 patients have died outside China .

More than 3,400 people have died : just over 3,000 in mainland China and more than 400 in other countries .


More than 3,400 people have died : just over 3,000 in mainland China and more than 370 in other countries .


Less than 399 COVID-19 patients have died outside China .


The U.S has less than 2500 COVID-19 cases with less than 55 deaths .

The number of confirmed cases in the U.S. rose to 2,340 , with 50 deaths .


The number of confirmed cases in the U.S. rose to 2,982 , with 60 deaths .


The U.S has more than 2500 COVID-19 cases with more than 55 deaths .


COVID-19 has been analyzed with radiographs and tomography .

Characteristic imaging features of COVID-19 on radiographs and computed tomography have been described in a limited case series , and The Italian Radiological Society is compiling an international database of imaging findings for confirmed cases that is available online .


Characteristic imaging features on radiographs and computed tomography have been described in a limited case series , and The Italian Radiological Society is compiling an international database of imaging findings for confirmed cases that is available online .


First identified in Wuhan , Hubei , China in mid November 2019 , the global outbreak was characterised as a pandemic by the World Health Organization ( WHO ) on 11 March 2020 .


First emerging in Hubei , China in mid November 2019 , the global outbreak was characterised as a pandemic by the World Health Organization ( WHO ) on 11 March 2020 .


The World Health Organization sent a team of experts to Iran to assess the magnitude of COVID-19 in the country .

In response to a developing case of outbreak of the coronavirus in Iran , the WHO has sent a Joint Mission Team there on the same day to assess the situation in the country.


Less than 75,500 COVID-19 cases had been confirmed before February 20 , 2020 .

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.


More than 75,500 COVID-19 cases had been confirmed by February 20 , 2020 .


more than 94,000 cases have been confirmed , of which 7,100 were classified as serious .


more than 95,000 cases have been confirmed , of which 7,100 were classified as serious .


By January 25 , 2020 , less than 1,370 COVID-19 cases had been confirmed , including less than 1,350 in Mainland China .

As of 25 January , the number of laboratory-confirmed cases stands at 1,367 , including 1,330 in Mainland China , 5 in Thailand , 5 in Hong Kong , 4 in Australia , 3 in France , 3 in Malaysia , 3 in Singapore , 3 in Taiwan , 2 in Macau , 2 in Vietnam , 2 in Japan , 2 in South Korea , 2 in the United States , and one in Nepal.


As of 25 January , the number of laboratory-confirmed cases stands at 1,382 , including 1,345 in Mainland China , 5 in Thailand , 5 in Hong Kong , 4 in Australia , 3 in France , 3 in Malaysia , 3 in Singapore , 3 in Taiwan , 2 in Macau , 2 in Vietnam , 2 in Japan , 2 in South Korea , 2 in the United States , and one in Nepal.


By January 25 , 2020 , more than 1,370 COVID-19 cases had been confirmed , including more than 1,350 in Mainland China .


Italy has less than 83,000 cases of coronavirus , including less than 10,500 recovered patients , and less than 9,000 deaths .

there were 80,589 confirmed cases , 8,215 deaths and 10,361 recoveries in Italy , with the majority of those cases occurring in the Lombardy region.


there were 86,498 confirmed cases , 9,134 deaths and 10,950 recoveries in Italy , with the majority of those cases occurring in the Lombardy region.


Italy has more than 83,000 cases of coronavirus , including more than 10,500 recovered patients , and more than 9,000 deaths .


By 13 March , there were over 70,900 recoveries from coronavirus .

As of 13 March , at least 5,300 people have died from the disease and more than 70,700 have recovered .


As of 13 March , at least 5,300 people have died from the disease and more than 70,900 have recovered .


Italy had less than 16,000 coronavirus cases by March 13 .

As of 13 March , there have been 14,955 confirmed cases , 1,266 deaths , and 1,439 recoveries in Italy.


As of 13 March , there have been 17,660 confirmed cases , 1,266 deaths , and 1,439 recoveries in Italy.


Italy had more than 16,000 coronavirus cases by March 13 .


Less than 50,000 COVID-19 cases were confirmed in the U.S , with less than 600 deaths .

The number of confirmed cases in the US rose to 48,778 , with 588 deaths .


The number of confirmed cases in the US rose to 50,982 , with 655 deaths .


More than 50,000 COVID-19 cases were confirmed in the U.S , with more than 600 deaths .


There were less than 645 coronavirus cases worldwide by January 23 , 2020 , including less than 630 in Mainland China .

As of 23 January , the number of laboratory-confirmed cases stands at 642 , including 628 in Mainland China , 4 in Thailand , 3 in Hong Kong , 2 in Macau , 2 in Vietnam , one in Japan , one in South Korea , one in Taiwan , one in Saudi Arabia , one in Singapore and one in the United States .


As of 23 January , the number of laboratory-confirmed cases stands at 650 , including 638 in Mainland China , 4 in Thailand , 3 in Hong Kong , 2 in Macau , 2 in Vietnam , one in Japan , one in South Korea , one in Taiwan , one in Saudi Arabia , one in Singapore and one in the United States .


There were more than 645 coronavirus cases worldwide by January 23 , 2020 , including more than 630 in Mainland China .


Zlatibor Lončar is the Minister of Health in Serbia .

Minister of Health Zlatibor Lončar announced the Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport would introduce new measures that include screening passengers arriving at the airport with thermal cameras , adding that Serbia is ready to quarantine anybody believed to be carrying the virus.


Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport introduced new measures , including thermal cameras.


Confirmed cases of coronavirus in the U.S are less than 9,300 .

The number of confirmed cases in the U.S. rose to 9,269 , with 151 deaths .


The number of confirmed cases in the U.S. rose to 9,439 , with 155 deaths .


Confirmed cases of coronavirus in the U.S are more than 9,300 .


COVID-19 vaccines will be tested on animals first .

The vaccine is being manufactured so that it can be tested on animals .


The vaccine is being manufactured so that it can be first tested on animals .


Jay Inslee , governor of Washington state , declared a state of emergency .

The governor of Washington state , Jay Inslee , declared a state of emergency.


On 2 March 2020 , the New York Times announced three more deaths in the Washington State Nursing Care Center.


On 2 March 2020 , New York Times announced three more deaths in the Washington State Nursing Care Center .


Less than 5,680 COVID-19 cases , with less than 97 deaths have been reported in the U.S .

The number of confirmed cases in the U.S. rose to 5,677 , with 96 deaths .


The number of confirmed cases in the U.S. rose to 5,723 , with 97 deaths .


More than 5,680 COVID-19 cases , with more than 96 deaths have been reported in the U.S .


Less than 1,800 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .

As of 17 February , 1,775 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


As of 18 February , 1,873 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


More than 1,800 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


There have been less than 2,200 deaths attributed to the coronavirus .

There have been 2,130 deaths attributable to the disease , including 11 outside mainland China — nearly triple deaths from the 2003 SARS outbreak .


There have been 2,247 deaths attributable to the disease , including 11 outside mainland China — nearly triple deaths from the 2003 SARS outbreak .


There have been more than 2,200 deaths attributed to the coronavirus .


Dr. Trevor Bedford , of the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center , refuted that the coronavirus was genetically engineered .

Based on the data provided by the worldwide Nextstrain collaboration , Dr. Trevor Bedford , of the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center in Seattle , refuted conspiracy theories that the virus was genetically engineered.


Experts refuted conspiracy theories that the virus was genetically engineered.


People who think they have the virus really need to monitor their own health for 2 weeks .

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


Anyone who is suspected of carrying the virus is advised by public health bodies to monitor their health for two weeks , wear a mask , and seek medical advice by calling a doctor prior to visiting a clinic .


Under 3,500 people have died of COVID-19 .

more than 3,400 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


more than 3,500 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


Over 3,500 people have died of COVID-19 .


The U.S. has less than 2,996 cases of coronavirus .

The number of confirmed cases in the U.S. rose to 2,995 , with 60 deaths .


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


The U.S. has more than 2,996 cases of coronavirus .


18,476 recovered from the coronavirus as of 20 February , 2020 .

As of 20 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 12,065 ( 16 % ) out of 77,248 with 18,476 having recovered.


As of 21 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 12,065 ( 16 % ) out of 77,248 with 18,476 having recovered.


18,476 recovered from the coronavirus as of 21 February , 2020 .


As of 24 February 2020 , around 80,149 cases of coronavirus have been confirmed .

As of 24 February 2020 , around 80,149 cases have been confirmed , including in all provinces of China and more than two dozen other countries .


As of 25 February 2020 , around 80,149 cases have been confirmed , including in all provinces of China and more than two dozen other countries .


As of 25 February 2020 , around 80,149 cases of coronavirus have been confirmed .


more than 114,000 cases have been confirmed , of which 5,800 were classified as serious .


more than 113,000 cases have been confirmed , of which 5,800 were classified as serious .


There are under 114,000 COVID-19 cases .


As of 17 , February , less than 71,445 cases have been confirmed worldwide .

As of 17 February , 71,444 cases have been confirmed worldwide , over 98 % in mainland China .


As of 17 February , 71,446 cases have been confirmed worldwide , over 98 % in mainland China .


As of 17 , February , more than 71,445 cases have been confirmed worldwide .


Zionists were reported to have a worse strain of coronavirus against Iran .

Iran 's Press TV asserted that `` Zionist elements developed a deadlier strain of coronavirus against Iran '' .


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 US against China with the aim of weakening it and presenting it as a backward country and a source of diseases '' .


The U.S was accused of developing the COVID-19 virus in a war against China by the Arabic media .


Major outbreaks of coronavirus occurred all around the world , including the United States .

As of 18 March 2020 , more than 215,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in at least 170 countries and territories , with major outbreaks having occurred in mainland China , Europe , Iran , South Korea and the United States .


As of 18 March 2020 , more than 215,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in at least 170 countries and territories , with major outbreaks having occurred in mainland China , Europe , Iran , and South Korea .


Italy became a hotspot for the pandemic .

The threat of Italy becoming another hotspot for the epidemic has led to discussions on a suspension of Schengen , although Conte has rebuked those suggestions saying `` There 's no ground for an initiative of this kind , at the moment , '' adding that `` a temporary reintroduction of border control will have a devastating impact on the country 's economy . ''


The threat of Italy becoming another hotspot for the epidemic has led to discussions on a suspension of the borderless travel arrangements within the Schengen Area , although Conte has rebuked those suggestions saying `` There 's no ground for an initiative of this kind , at the moment , '' adding that `` a temporary reintroduction of border control will have a devastating impact on the country 's economy . ''


By March 22 , 2020 , there were less than 306,999 COVID-19 cases in more than 180 countries .

As of 22 March , more than 306,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 180 countries and territories , resulting in more than 13,000 deaths and 95,000 recoveries .


As of 22 March , more than 307,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 180 countries and territories , resulting in more than 13,000 deaths and 95,000 recoveries .


By March 22 , 2020 , there were more than 306,999 COVID-19 cases in more than 180 countries .


By March 21 , 2020 , there were under 306,000 COVID-19 cases in more than 187 countries .

As of 21 March , more than 304,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 187 countries and territories , resulting in more than 12,900 deaths and 94,000 recoveries .


As of 22 March , more than 306,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 188 countries and territories , resulting in more than 13,000 deaths and 94,000 recoveries .


By March 22 , 2020 , there were over 306,000 COVID-19 cases in more than 188 countries .


Before January 23 , 2020 , there were less than 550 COVID-19 cases , including less than 545 in Mainland China .

As of 22 January , the number of laboratory-confirmed cases stands at 554 , including 543 in mainland China , 4 in Thailand , one in Japan , one in South Korea , one in Taiwan , one in Macau , two in Hong Kong and one in the United States.


As of 23 January , the number of laboratory-confirmed cases stands at 560 , including 550 in mainland China , 4 in Thailand , one in Japan , one in South Korea , one in Taiwan , one in Macau , two in Hong Kong and one in the United States.


By January 23 , 2020 , there were more than 550 COVID-19 cases , including more than 545 in Mainland China .


Under 0.6 % of hydrogen peroxide can be used to clean SARS-CoV-2 contaminated areas .

Disinfecting surfaces contaminated with SARS-CoV-2 may be achieved with a number of solutions ( within one minute of exposure on a stainless steel surface ) , including 62–71 % ethanol , 50–100 % isopropanol , 0.1 % sodium hypochlorite , 0.5 % hydrogen peroxide , and 0.2–7.5 % povidone-iodine ; benzalkonium chloride and chlorhexidine gluconate are less effective.


Surfaces may be decontaminated with a number of solutions ( within one minute for a stainless steel surface ) , including 62–71 % ethanol , 50–100 % isopropanol , 0.1 % sodium hypochlorite , 0.5 % hydrogen peroxide , and 0.2–7.5 % povidone-iodine ; benzalkonium chloride and chlorhexidine gluconate are less effective.


Fifth case of coronavirus was confirmed in Maricopa County , Arizona on 26 January .

The fourth case , another traveller from Wuhan , was confirmed in Los Angeles County , California on 26 January .


The fourth and fifth cases , travellers arriving from Wuhan , were confirmed in Los Angeles County , California and Maricopa County , Arizona repsectively on 26 January .


More than 48,300 people have recovered from coronavirus .

More than 48,400 people have recovered .


More than 48,200 people have recovered .


Less than 48,300 people have recovered from coronavirus .


Less than 218,500 COVID-19 cases have been reported in over 170 countries .

As of 18 March 2020 , more than 218,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 170 countries and territories , with major outbreaks having occurred in mainland China , Europe , Iran , South Korea and the United States .


As of 18 March 2020 , more than 219,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 170 countries and territories , with major outbreaks having occurred in mainland China , Europe , Iran , South Korea and the United States .


More than 218,500 COVID-19 cases have been reported in over 170 countries .


By February 12 , 2020 , there were less than 45,200 COVID-19 cases .

As of 12 February 2020 , 45,171 cases have been confirmed ( 7,345 serious ) , including in every province-level division of China .


As of 12 February 2020 , 45,207 cases have been confirmed ( 7,345 serious ) , including in every province-level division of China .


By February 12 , 2020 , there were more than 45,200 COVID-19 cases .


There are less than 2,990 confirmed cases in the US .

The number of confirmed cases in the U.S. rose to 2,982 , with 60 deaths .


The number of confirmed cases in the U.S. rose to 2,995 , with 60 deaths .


There are more than 2,990 confirmed cases in the US .


PPE gear stops virus from reaching doctor 's skin .

The protective equipment keeps the virus from making contact with the doctor 's skin .


The protective equipment keeps the virus from making contact with the worker 's skin .


PPE gear stops virus from reaching worker 's skin .


Coronavirus can survive up to nine days on a metal , glass or plastic surface .

Coronaviruses can survive for a few hours on surfaces .


Coronaviruses can survive for a few hours and up to nine days on a metal , glass or plastic surface , while remaining contagious .


A new coronavirus , designated 2019-nCoV is also known as `` Wuhan coronavirus . `` .

A new coronavirus , designated 2019-nCoV , was identified in Wuhan , Hubei province of China , after people developed pneumonia without a clear cause and for which existing vaccines or treatments were not effective .


A new coronavirus , designated 2019-nCoV ( and also called Wuhan coronavirus ) , was identified in Wuhan , Hubei province of China , after people developed pneumonia without a clear cause and for which existing vaccines or treatments were not effective .


Less than 2,400 deaths have been attributed to the coronavirus .

There have been 2,362 deaths attributable to the disease , including 17 outside mainland China , surpassing that of the 2003 SARS outbreak .


There have been 2,458 deaths attributable to the disease , including 17 outside mainland China , surpassing that of the 2003 SARS outbreak .


More than 2,400 deaths have been attributed to the coronavirus .


More than 12,700 coronavirus patients have recovered .

As of 18 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 11,795 ( 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 73,336 with 12,693 having recovered.


Less than 12,700 coronavirus patients have recovered .


The Cochrane Library found that , early quarantine with other public health measures has proven effective in limiting the pandemic .

Older adults and those with underlying medical conditions such as diabetes , heart disease , respiratory disease , hypertension , and compromised immune systems face increased risk of serious illness and complications and have been advised by the CDC to stay home as much as possible in areas of community outbreak .


The Cochrane Library published an expedited systematic review of government policy and found that early quarantine with other public health measures is effective in limiting the pandemic , but the best manner of adopting and relaxing policies are uncertain , as local conditions vary. < ref > Nussbaumer‐Streit , B ; Older adults and those with underlying medical conditions such as diabetes , heart disease , respiratory disease , hypertension , and compromised immune systems face increased risk of serious illness and complications and have been advised by the CDC to stay home as much as possible in areas of community outbreak .


Less than 10 individuals died due to coronavirus .

Among the first 41 confirmed cases admitted to hospitals in Wuhan , 13 ( 32 % ) individuals required intensive care , and 6 ( 15 % ) individuals died .


Among 137 early cases that were admitted to hospitals in Hubei province , 16 ( 12 % ) individuals died .


More than 10 individuals died due to coronavirus .


The state media in Beijing was publishing `` gushing reports '' .

The state media has been observed to be publishing `` gushing reports '' on Beijing 's `` all-out response '' to the epidemic , such as extensive coverage of the new hospital under construction in Wuhan , the lock down of Wuhan with its population of 11 million , and an `` unprecedented provincial quarantine '' .


The state media has been observed to be publishing effusive praise on Beijing 's response to the epidemic , such as extensive coverage of the new hospital under construction in Wuhan , the lock down of Wuhan with its population of 11 million , and the quarantine of Hubei province .


Less than 3,650 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .

more than 3,600 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


more than 3,700 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


More than 3,650 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


2019-nCoV is 85 % similar to several bat coronavirus .

The seventh member of the family of coronaviruses that can infect humans , the 2019-nCoV 's genome sequence has been reported to be 75 to 80 % identical to the SARS-CoV and more than 85 % similar to several bat coronaviruses .


The seventh member of the family of coronaviruses that can infect humans , the 2019-nCoV 's genome sequence has been reported to be 75 to 80 % identical to the SARS-CoV and have more similarities to several bat coronaviruses .


Less than 11,560 coronavirus cases are serious .


More than 11,560 coronavirus cases are serious .


The first known case of the new virus was reported in Wuhan in December .

The first known infection by a new virus was reported in Wuhan on 1 December 2019 , the early response by city authorities has been accused of prioritising a control of information on the outbreak , with a group of eight medical personnel , including Li Wenliang , an ophthalmologist from Wuhan Central Hospital , who posted warnings on a new coronavirus strain akin to SARS , later in December being warned by Wuhan police for `` spreading rumours '' for likening it to SARS.By the time China had informed the WHO of the new coronavirus on 31 December 2019 , after allegations that the country used its influence in the World Health Organization to downplay the epidemic until it became unchecked , the New York Times reported that the government was still keeping `` its own citizens in the dark '' .


The first known infection by a new virus was reported in Wuhan on 1 December 2019 , the early response by city authorities has been accused of prioritising a control of information on the outbreak , with a group of eight medical personnel , including Li Wenliang , an ophthalmologist from Wuhan Central Hospital , who posted warnings on a new coronavirus strain akin to SARS , later in December being warned by Wuhan police for `` spreading rumours '' for likening it to SARS.By the time China had informed the World Health Organization of the new coronavirus on 31 December 2019 , after allegations of using its influence within the WHO to downplay the epidemic until it became unchecked , the New York Times reported that the government was still keeping `` its own citizens in the dark '' .


People in Thailand believe that westerners are spreading the 2019-20 coronavirus disease in their country .

Islamists have exploited the disease to foster anti-Western sentiment.  In Hong Kong , anti-Western sentiment has risen as expats are accused of introducing a 'second wave ' of the disease.  in countries including Malaysia , New Zealand , Singapore , and South Korea , initially signed petitions lobbying their government to ban Chinese people from entering their countries in an effort to stop the disease spreading .


Islamists have exploited the disease to foster anti-Western sentiment.  In Hong Kong , anti-Western sentiment has risen as expats are accused of introducing a 'second wave ' of the disease.  Anti-Caucasian sentiment has also risen in Thailand , where Westerners are accused of spreading the disease.  in countries including Malaysia , New Zealand , Singapore , and South Korea , initially signed petitions lobbying their government to ban Chinese people from entering their countries in an effort to stop the disease spreading .


Noteworthy Iranians affected by the virus include Hadi Khosroshahi , who died from COVID-19 .

On 15 March , the Iranian government reported 100 deaths in a single day , the most recorded since the outbreak began .


Notable individuals reported to have died from COVID-19 include Hadi Khosroshahi , On 15 March , the Iranian government reported 100 deaths in a single day , the most recorded since the outbreak began .


The coronavirus spread to other countries by International travelers . including Iraq by 22 February .

The virus was soon carried to other countries by international travellers : Thailand ( 13 January ) ; Japan ( 15 January ) ; Macau ( 19 January ) ; South Korea ( 20 January ) ; Taiwan and the United States ( 21 January ) ; Hong Kong ( 22 January ) ; Singapore ( 23 January ) ; France , Nepal , and Vietnam ( 24 January ) ; Australia and Malaysia ( 25 January ) ; Canada ( 26 January ) ; Cambodia ( 27 January ) ; Germany ( 28 January ) ; Finland , Sri Lanka , and the United Arab Emirates ( 29 January ) ; India , Italy , and the Philippines ( 30 January ) ; the United Kingdom , Russia , Sweden , and Spain ( 31 January ) ; Belgium ( 4 February ) ; Egypt ( 14 February ) ; Iran ( 19 February ) ; Israel and Lebanon ( 21 February ) .By 25 January , the number of laboratory-confirmed cases had stood at 2,062 , including 2,016 in Mainland China , 7 in Thailand , 6 in Hong Kong , 5 in Macau , 5 in Australia , 4 in Malaysia , 4 in Singapore , 3 in France , 3 in Japan , 3 in South Korea , 3 in Taiwan , 3 in the United States , 2 in Vietnam , 1 in Nepal , and 1 in Sweden .


The virus was soon carried to other countries by international travellers : Thailand ( 13 January ) ; Japan ( 15 January ) ; Macau ( 19 January ) ; South Korea ( 20 January ) ; Taiwan and the United States ( 21 January ) ; Hong Kong ( 22 January ) ; Singapore ( 23 January ) ; France , Nepal , and Vietnam ( 24 January ) ; Australia and Malaysia ( 25 January ) ; Canada ( 26 January ) ; Cambodia ( 27 January ) ; Germany ( 28 January ) ; Finland , Sri Lanka , and the United Arab Emirates ( 29 January ) ; India , Italy , and the Philippines ( 30 January ) ; the United Kingdom , Russia , Sweden , and Spain ( 31 January ) ; Belgium ( 4 February ) ; Egypt ( 14 February ) ; Iran ( 19 February ) ; Israel and Lebanon ( 21 February ) ; Iraq ( 22 February ) .By 25 January , the number of laboratory-confirmed cases had stood at 2,062 , including 2,016 in Mainland China , 7 in Thailand , 6 in Hong Kong , 5 in Macau , 5 in Australia , 4 in Malaysia , 4 in Singapore , 3 in France , 3 in Japan , 3 in South Korea , 3 in Taiwan , 3 in the United States , 2 in Vietnam , 1 in Nepal , and 1 in Sweden .


China 's 2019-20 coronavirus outbreak figures have been disputed by The National Interest publication .

Per media reports , on 23 March the country of China has gone five days with only one case ( not imported ) , though The National Interest has questioned the authenticity of China 's outbreak numbers.


Per media reports , on 23 March the mainland China has gone five days with only one case transmitted domestically , in this instance via an international traveller returning to Guangdong.


An international traveler in Guangdong was the only 2019-20 coronavirus case in mainland China in five days up to March 23 .


The people of the United States have been a target of increased xenophobic attacks since the COVID-19 outbreak .

Since the outbreak of COVID-19 , heightened prejudice , xenophobia and racism have been noted toward people of Chinese and other East Asian descent , as incidents of fear , suspicion and hostility have been observed in many countries , particularly in Europe , North America and the Asia-Pacific region .


Since the outbreak of COVID-19 , heightened prejudice , xenophobia and racism have been noted toward people of United States , Chinese and other East Asian descent , as incidents of fear , suspicion and hostility have been observed in many countries , particularly in Europe , North America and the Asia-Pacific region .


The number of COVID-19 cases were less than 239,900 worldwide before March 20 , 2020 , with less than 86,500 recoveries .

As of 19 March , more than 239,800 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 170 countries and territories , resulting in more than 9,900 deaths and 86,000 recoveries.  On 13 March , the WHO announced that Europe had become the new epicentre of the pandemic .


As of 20 March , more than 240,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 170 countries and territories , resulting in more than 9,900 deaths and 87,000 recoveries.  On 13 March , the WHO announced that Europe had become the new epicentre of the pandemic .


The number of COVID-19 cases were more than 239,900 worldwide after March 19 , 2020 , with more than 86,500 recoveries .


Since January 9 , 131 deaths have been confirmed due to coronavirus .

The first confirmed death from the coronavirus infection occurred on January 9 and since then 131 deaths have been confirmed .


The first confirmed death from the coronavirus infection occurred on January 9 and since then 132 deaths have been confirmed .


Since January 9 , 132 deaths have been confirmed due to coronavirus .


The United States Department of State announced the evacuation of diplomats and officials at the US Consulate General in Wuhan , on January 25 .

=== Evacuation of foreign diplomats and citizens from Wuhan ===The United States Department of State announced that it was taking measures to evacuate diplomats and officials at the US Consulate General in Wuhan , as well as any US citizens affected by the lock down .


=== Evacuation of foreign diplomats and citizens from Wuhan ===The United States Department of State announced on January 25 that it was taking measures to evacuate diplomats and officials at the U.S. Consulate General in Wuhan , as well as any American citizens affected by the lock down .


Xi Jinping ordered the authorities to increase censorship of public opinions on the coronavirus pandemic on January 20 , 2020 .

On 20 January , 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 .


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 .


The coronavirus outbreak has spread to over 150 countries .

First identified by health authorities in Wuhan , Hubei , China in December 2019 , the outbreak has spread to over 150 countries and was recognized as a pandemic by the World Health Organization ( WHO ) on 11 March 2020 .


First case of pandemic was identified by health authorities in Wuhan , Hubei , China in December 2019 and later recognized as a pandemic by the World Health Organization ( WHO ) on 11 March 2020 .


China had less than 9,940 coronavirus cases by January 31 , 2020 .

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


As of 31 January 2020 , approximately 9,947 cases have been confirmed , including in every province-level division of China .


China had more than 9,940 coronavirus cases by January 31 , 2020 .


Less than 662,500 cases have been reported in over 190 countries .

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


more than 663,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 30,800 deaths .


More than 662,500 cases have been reported in over 190 countries .


There have been less than 161,500 confirmed COVID-19 cases in around 130 countries .

As of 15 March , over 161,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in around 130 countries and territories ; more than 5,900 people have died from the disease and around 75,000 have recovered .


As of 15 March , over 162,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in around 130 countries and territories ; more than 6,000 people have died from the disease and around 75,000 have recovered .


There have been more than 161,500 confirmed COVID-19 cases in around 130 countries .


Diamond Princess is a British cruise ship that was quarantined by Japan due to the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic .

Examples include the quarantine of the British cruise ship Diamond Princess in Japanese waters , the curfew of over 170 million in central China , a voluntary curfew in Daegu , South Korea , and the curfew of a dozen towns of over 50,000 people in the Lombardy and Veneto regions of Italy .


Examples include the quarantine of the cruise ship Diamond Princess in Japan , the curfew of over 170 million in central China , a voluntary curfew in Daegu , South Korea , and the curfew of a dozen towns with over 50,000 people in the Lombardy and Veneto regions of Italy .


The 2019-20 coronavirus disease can be prevented by staying away from people who are coughing or sneezing and by avoiding touching the face .

Hand washing is recommended to prevent the disease .


Hand washing , maintaining distance from people coughing or sneezing , as well as avoiding touching one 's face is recommended to prevent the disease .


The majority of the first cluster of the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic was traced back to the Huanan Seafood Wholesale Market .

Of this first cluster , two-thirds were found to have a link with the Huanan Seafood Wholesale Market , which also sold live animals .


Of this first cluster , two-thirds were found to have a link with the market , which also sold live animals .


COVID-19 caused less than 1,770 deaths as of before February 17 , 2020 .

As of 16 February , 1,769 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


As of 17 February , 1,774 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


COVID-19 caused more than 1,770 deaths as of after February 16 , 2020 .


China had less than 68,000 coronavirus cases by February 15 , 2020 .

As of 15 February 2020 , 67,191 cases have been confirmed , including in every province-level division of China .


As of 15 February 2020 , 69,268 cases have been confirmed , including in every province-level division of China .


China had more than 68,000 coronavirus cases by February 15 , 2020 .


There has been less than 23 coronavirus related deaths outside mainland China .

There have been 2,462 deaths attributable to the disease , including 20 outside mainland China , surpassing that of the 2003 SARS outbreak .


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


There has been more than 23 coronavirus related deaths outside mainland China .


People experiencing symptoms were advised against going to the hospital due to long wait-times and cramped conditions .

Many of those experiencing symptoms may decide to self-quarantine at home instead of going to a hospital due to long wait-times and cramped conditions .


Many of those experiencing symptoms was told to self-quarantine at home instead of going to a hospital to avoid to close with other patients with different levels of symptoms .


People experiencing symptoms were advised against going to the hospital to avoid too close with other patients with different levels of symptoms .


As of 20 January , there has been 221 laboratory-confirmed cases .

As of 20 January , the number of laboratory-confirmed cases stands at 221 , including 217 in China , two in Thailand , one in Japan and one in South Korea .


As of 20 January , the number of laboratory-confirmed cases stands at 222 , including 218 in China , two in Thailand , one in Japan and one in South Korea .


As of 20 January , there has been 222 laboratory-confirmed cases .


Less than 44,000 coronavirus cases have been confirmed in every province-level division of China .

As of 11 February 2020 , 43,114 cases have been confirmed ( 7,345 serious ) , including in every province-level division of China .


As of 11 February 2020 , 44,793 cases have been confirmed ( 7,345 serious ) , including in every province-level division of China .


More than 44,000 coronavirus cases have been confirmed in every province-level division of China .


Less than 1,100 deaths have been attributed to the coronavirus .

1,018 deaths have been attributed to the virus since the first confirmed death on 9 January , with 4,041 recoveries .


1,112 deaths have been attributed to the virus since the first confirmed death on 9 January , with 4,041 recoveries .


More than 1,100 deaths have been attributed to the coronavirus .


The first known infection by coronavirus was reported in Wuhan on 1 December , 2019 .

The first known infection by a new virus was reported in Wuhan on 1 December 2019 , the early response by city authorities has been accused of prioritising a control of information on the outbreak , with a group of eight medical personnel , including Li Wenliang , an ophthalmologist from Wuhan Central Hospital , who posted warnings on a new coronavirus strain akin to SARS , later in December being warned by Wuhan police for `` spreading rumours '' for likening it to SARS.By the time China had informed the WHO of the new coronavirus on 31 December 2019 , the New York Times reported that the government was still keeping `` its own citizens in the dark '' .


The early response by Wuhan city authorities has been accused of prioritising a control of information on the outbreak , with a group of eight medical personnel , including Li Wenliang , an ophthalmologist from Wuhan Central Hospital , who posted warnings on a new coronavirus strain akin to SARS on 30 December and later being warned by Wuhan police for `` spreading rumours '' for likening it to SARS.By the time China had informed the WHO of the new coronavirus on 31 December 2019 , the New York Times reported that the government was still keeping `` its own citizens in the dark '' .


United States ' third coronavirus case was a traveler from Wuhan .

The United States confirmed its third case nationally , in the state of California .


The third case , a traveler from Wuhan , is confirmed in Orange County , California on 25 January .


Coronaviruses are spread through aerosol droplets from sneezing and coughing .

Coronaviruses are spread through aerosol droplets expelled when an infected individual coughs or sneezes within a range of about six feet ( 1.83 m ) , which can contaminate surfaces like door handles or railings .


Coronaviruses are spread through aerosol droplets expelled when an infected individual coughs or sneezes within a range of about six feet ( 2 m ) , which can contaminate surfaces like door handles or railings .


Xenophobia against Westerners and other foreigners have increased in China and other parts of Asia .

Westerners and other foreigners in China have reported increased incidences of xenophobia against them .


According to The Guardian , Westerners and other foreigners in China have reported increased incidences of xenophobia against them , with similar issues in other parts of Asia .


In January , 3 patients tested positive for COVID-19 .

On 25 January , it was announced that three patients have tested positive for the coronavirus in New South Wales .


On 25 January , it was announced that three patients have tested positive in New South Wales .


There has been less than 1,800 confirmed cases in China .

Extensive testing thereafter revealed over 1,700 confirmed cases in China , some of whom were working in healthcare .


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


There has been more than 1,800 confirmed cases in China .


There have been less than 7,830 confirmed coronavirus cases in every province of China .

As of 30 January 2020 , approximately 7,823 cases have been confirmed including in every province of China .


As of 30 January 2020 , approximately 7,834 cases have been confirmed including in every province of China .


There have been more than 7,830 confirmed coronavirus cases in every province of China .


The 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic has affected less than 191 countries and territories .

As of 23 March , more than 339,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in more than 14,700 deaths and 99,000 recoveries .


As of 23 March , more than 339,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in 192 countries and territories , resulting in more than 14,700 deaths and 99,000 recoveries .


The 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic has affected more than 191 countries and territories .


More than 140,000 people have recovered from the 2019-20 coronavirus .

More than 141,000 people have since recovered .


More than 139,000 people have since recovered .


Less than 140,000 people have recovered from the 2019-20 coronavirus .


As of 1 February 2020 , more than 13,980 coronavirus cases have been confirmed in every province-level division of China .

As of 1 February 2020 , approximately 14 , 000 cases have been confirmed , including in every province-level division of China .


As of 1 February 2020 , approximately 13,971 cases have been confirmed , including in every province-level division of China .


As of 1 February 2020 , less than 13,980 coronavirus cases have been confirmed in every province-level division of China .


There are less than 647,000 cases of COVID-19 worldwide including less than 30,000 deaths .

more than 645,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 29,900 deaths .


more than 650,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 30,000 deaths .


There are more than 647,000 cases of COVID-19 worldwide including more than 30,000 deaths .


There were more than 1,340 cases of coronavirus worldwide by January 24 , 2020 , including more than 1,300 in Mainland China , and more than 2 in Malaysia .

As of 24 January , the number of laboratory-confirmed cases stands at 1,354 , including 1,320 in Mainland China , 5 in Thailand , 5 in Hong Kong , 3 in France , 3 in Malaysia , 3 in Singapore , 3 in Taiwan , 2 in Macau , 2 in Japan , 2 in South Korea , 2 in the United States , 2 in Vietnam , one in Australia , and one in Nepal.


As of 24 January , the number of laboratory-confirmed cases stands at 1,324 , including 1,293 in Mainland China , 5 in Thailand , 5 in Hong Kong , 3 in France , 3 in Singapore , 3 in Taiwan , 2 in Macau , 2 in Vietnam , 2 in Japan , 2 in South Korea , 2 in the United States , one in Australia , and one in Nepal.


There were less than 1,340 cases of coronavirus worldwide by January 24 , 2020 , including less than 1,300 in Mainland China .


There were less than 395,000 cases of COVID-19 worldwide by March 24 , 2020 .

As of 24 March , more than 394,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in more than 190 countries and territories , resulting in more than 17,200 deaths and more than 103,000 recoveries .


As of 24 March , more than 396,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in more than 190 countries and territories , resulting in more than 17,200 deaths and more than 103,000 recoveries .


There were more than 395,000 cases of COVID-19 worldwide by March 24 , 2020 .


There are less than 703,500 cases of COVID-19 worldwide .

more than 703,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 33,200 deaths .


more than 704,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 33,200 deaths .


There are more than 703,500 cases of COVID-19 worldwide .


Xu Zhangrun studies at Tsinghua University .

A group of Chinese academics including Xu Zhangrun signed an open letter calling for the central government to issue an apology to Dr. Li and to protect freedom of speech .


A group of Chinese academics including Xu Zhangrun of Tsinghua University signed an open letter calling for the central government to issue an apology to Dr. Li and to protect freedom of speech .


The death-to-case ratio for the 2019-20 coronavirus is known as CFR .

In China , estimates for the CFR decreased from 17.3 % ( for those with symptom onset 1–10 January 2020 ) to 0.7 % ( for those with symptom onset after 1February 2020 ) .


In China , estimates for the “ crude CFR ” , i.e . the death-to-case ratio decreased from 17.3 % ( for those with symptom onset 1–10 January 2020 ) to 0.7 % ( for those with symptom onset after 1February 2020 ) .


COVID-19 has caused less than 20,600 deaths worldwide as of March 25 , 2020 .

As of 25 March , more than 453,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in more than 190 countries and territories , resulting in more than 20,500 deaths and more than 113,000 recoveries .


As of 25 March , more than 453,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in more than 190 countries and territories , resulting in more than 20,800 deaths and more than 113,000 recoveries .


COVID-19 has caused more than 20,600 deaths worldwide as of March 25 , 2020 .


China had less than 9,500 confirmed coronavirus cases by January 30 , 2020 .

As of 30 January 2020 , approximately 9,171 cases have been confirmed , including in every province-level division of China .


As of 30 January 2020 , approximately 9,817 cases have been confirmed , including in every province-level division of China .


China had more than 9,500 confirmed coronavirus cases by January 30 , 2020 .


The Italian Radiological Society is compiling an international database .

Characteristic imaging features of COVID-19 on radiographs and computed tomography have been described in a limited case series , and The Italian Radiological Society is compiling an international database of imaging findings for confirmed cases that is available online .


Characteristic imaging features on radiographs and computed tomography have been described in a limited case series , and The Italian Radiological Society is compiling an international database of imaging findings for confirmed cases that is available online .


The 2019-20 coronavirus has caused less than 230 deaths .

The first confirmed death from the coronavirus infection occurred on 9 January and since then 213 deaths have been confirmed .


The first confirmed death from the coronavirus infection occurred on 9 January and since then 259 deaths have been confirmed .


The 2019-20 coronavirus has caused more than 230 deaths .


The 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic is caused by SARS-CoV-2 ( virus ) .

It was first identified in December 2019 in Wuhan , China . ,


It is caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus , first identified in December 2019 in Wuhan , China . ,


Censorship fueled mistrust regarding the coronavirus outbreak .

The governing party 's continued attempts to retain control via censorship and propaganda have fueled mistrust particularly among young individuals .


The governing party 's censorship and propaganda have fueled mistrust on their handling of the outbreak , particularly among young individuals .


There were less than 84,000 confirmed cases in Italy .

there were 80,589 confirmed cases , 8,215 deaths and 10,361 recoveries in Italy , with the majority of those cases occurring in the Lombardy region.


there were 86,498 confirmed cases , 9,134 deaths and 10,950 recoveries in Italy , with the majority of those cases occurring in the Lombardy region.


There were more than 84,000 confirmed cases in Italy .


7.8 % of the total cases of the 2019-20 coronavirus are considered serious .

more than 93,000 cases have been confirmed , of which 7,100 ( 7.8 % ) were classified as serious .


more than 93,000 cases have been confirmed , of which 7,100 were classified as serious .


As of 13 March , less than 70,800 coronavirus patients have recovered .

As of 13 March , at least 5,300 people have died from the disease and more than 70,700 have recovered .


As of 13 March , at least 5,300 people have died from the disease and more than 70,900 have recovered .


As of 13 March , more than 70,800 coronavirus patients have recovered .


The 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic spread from China to Thailand and Japan .

This was based on the pattern of cases seen outside China .


This was based on the pattern of the initial spread to Thailand and Japan .


Fewer than 4,800 people died of COVID-19 .

more than 4,700 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


more than 4,900 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


More than 4,800 people died of COVID-19 .


As of 13 March , there have been less than 16,000 confirmed coronavirus cases .

As of 13 March , there have been 14,955 confirmed cases , 1,266 deaths , and 1,439 recoveries in Italy.


As of 13 March , there have been 17,660 confirmed cases , 1,266 deaths , and 1,439 recoveries in Italy.


As of 13 March , there have been more than 16,000 confirmed coronavirus cases .


A Chinese man tested positive for COVID-19 .

The third was a 68-year-old man , a Chinese tourist like previous cases .


The fourth case was the first case for a Thai citizen ; a 73-year-old Thai woman hospitalised at Nakhon Pathom Hospital in Nakhon Pathom Province , arriving from Wuhan .


A Thai citizen was the fourth confirmed case of COVID-19 .


The 2019-20 coronavirus epidemic reached the District of Columbia and less than 46 states by before March 13 , 2020 .

As of March 12 , the epidemic was reported to be present in 45 of the 50 states , plus the District of Columbia .


As of March 13 , the epidemic was reported to be present in 47 of the 50 states , plus the District of Columbia .


The 2019-20 coronavirus epidemic reached the District of Columbia and more than 46 states by after March 12 , 2020 .


A writer stated that more than 76,999 lives could have been saved .

A Forbes writer estimated that this reduction may have saved at least 77,000 lives .


One Earth systems scientist estimated that this reduction may have saved at least 77,000 lives .


A scientist stated that more than 76,999 lives could have been saved .


COVID-19 has been reported in 190 countries with more than 33,000 deaths .

more than 701,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in more than 33,000 deaths .


more than 701,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 33,100 deaths .


COVID-19 has been reported in 190 countries with about 33,100 deaths .


Fewer than 645 cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed .

As of 23 January , the number of laboratory-confirmed cases stands at 642 , including 628 in Mainland China , 4 in Thailand , 3 in Hong Kong , 2 in Macau , 2 in Vietnam , one in Japan , one in South Korea , one in Taiwan , one in Saudi Arabia , one in Singapore and one in the United States .


As of 23 January , the number of laboratory-confirmed cases stands at 650 , including 638 in Mainland China , 4 in Thailand , 3 in Hong Kong , 2 in Macau , 2 in Vietnam , one in Japan , one in South Korea , one in Taiwan , one in Saudi Arabia , one in Singapore and one in the United States .


More than 645 cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed .


Less than 205 countries and territories have reported coronavirus cases .

As of , more than cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 200 countries and territories , resulting in approximately deaths .


As of , more than cases of COVID-19 have been reported in 209 countries and territories , resulting in approximately deaths .


More than 205 countries and territories have reported coronavirus cases .


Details for the COVID-19 virus are not available , and it is assumed that they are similar to other coronaviruses , which survive for up to nine days at room temperature .


Details for the virus are not available , and it is assumed that they are similar to other coronaviruses , which survive for up to nine days at room temperature .


The 2020 coronavirus was spread to humans from another animal .

The virus originally spread to humans from another animal , but has subsequently spread between people .


It is primarily spread between people via respiratory droplets from infected individuals when they cough or sneeze .


The 2020 coronavirus is spread between people through respiratory droplets .


Fewer than 30 people died outside mainland China .

There have been 2,627 deaths attributable to the disease , including 27 outside mainland China , surpassing that of the 2003 SARS outbreak .


There have been 2,627 deaths attributable to the disease , including 34 outside mainland China , surpassing that of the 2003 SARS outbreak .


More than 30 people died outside mainland China .


Fewer than 3,500 people have recovered from COVID-19 .

1,013 deaths have been attributed to the virus since the first confirmed death on 9 January , with 3,323 recoveries .


1,013 deaths have been attributed to the virus since the first confirmed death on 9 January , with 4,097 recoveries .


More than 3,500 people have recovered from COVID-19 .


The 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic has also reached France .

Confirmed cases have also been reported in Thailand , South Korea , Japan , Taiwan , Macau , Hong Kong , the United States , Singapore , Vietnam and Nepal .


Confirmed cases have also been reported in Thailand , South Korea , Japan , Taiwan , Macau , Hong Kong , the United States , Singapore , Vietnam , France and Nepal .


Mainland China had less than 633 laboratory-confirmed coronavirus cases by January 23 , 2020 .

As of 23 January , the number of laboratory-confirmed cases stands at 650 , including 632 in Mainland China , 4 in Thailand , 3 in Hong Kong , 2 in Macau , 2 in Vietnam , one in Japan , one in South Korea , one in Taiwan , one in Saudi Arabia , one in Singapore and one in the United States .


As of 23 January , the number of laboratory-confirmed cases stands at 650 , including 633 in Mainland China , 4 in Thailand , 3 in Hong Kong , 2 in Macau , 2 in Vietnam , one in Japan , one in South Korea , one in Taiwan , one in Saudi Arabia , one in Singapore and one in the United States .


Mainland China had more than 632 laboratory-confirmed coronavirus cases by January 23 , 2020 .


A person suspected of COVID-19 was quarantined at a Vienna hospital .

On 26 January , the first suspected case of coronavirus had been admitted and quarantined to the Kaiser Franz Josef Hospital in Vienna .


On 26 January , the first suspected case of coronavirus had been admitted to the Kaiser Franz Josef Hospital in Vienna .


Less than 330,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported .

As of 22 March , more than 329,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 180 countries and territories , resulting in more than 14,400 deaths and 96,000 recoveries .


As of 22 March , more than 332,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 180 countries and territories , resulting in more than 14,400 deaths and 96,000 recoveries .


More than 330,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported .


At least 146,001 cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed .

more than 146,000 cases have been confirmed worldwide .


more than 147,000 cases have been confirmed worldwide .


At least 147,001 cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed .


At least 183,001 cases of COVID-19 have been reported worldwide .

over 183,000 cases have been reported worldwide ; more than 7,100 people have died ; and over 79,000 have recovered .


over 184,000 cases have been reported worldwide ; more than 7,100 people have died ; and over 79,000 have recovered .


At least 184,001 cases of COVID-19 have been reported worldwide .


At least 337,001 cases of COVID-19 have been reported .

As of 22 March , more than 337,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 180 countries and territories , resulting in more than 14,400 deaths and 96,000 recoveries .


As of 22 March , more than 338,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 180 countries and territories , resulting in more than 14,400 deaths and 96,000 recoveries .


At least 338,001 cases of COVID-19 have been reported .


Fewer than 2,997 cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed .

The number of confirmed cases in the U.S. rose to 2,995 , with 60 deaths .


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


More than 2,997 cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed .


On 15 January 2020 , the WHO published a protocol on diagnostic testing for 2019-nCoV , developed by a virology team from Charite Hospital.


On 15 January 2020 , the WHO published a protocol on diagnostic testing for 2019-nCoV , developed by a virology team from Charité Hospital in Germany.


At least 298,001 cases of COVID-19 have been reported .

As of 21 March , more than 298,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 180 countries and territories , resulting in more than 12,000 deaths and 94,000 recoveries .


As of 21 March , more than 300,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 180 countries and territories , resulting in more than 12,000 deaths and 94,000 recoveries .


At least 300,001 cases of COVID-19 have been reported .


More than 3 musicians from Constanța are in quarantine .

Other 4 musicians , from Constanța , are also kept home in quarantine.


Other musicians , from Constanța , Cluj-Napoca and Arad are also kept home in quarantine.


Musicians from Cluj-Napoca and Arad are in quarantine .


At least 155,001 cases of COVID-19 have been reported .

As of 14 March , over 155,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in around 140 countries and territories ; more than 5,800 people have died from the disease and around 74,000 have recovered .


As of 14 March , over 156,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in around 140 countries and territories ; more than 5,800 people have died from the disease and around 75,000 have recovered .


At least 156,001 cases of COVID-19 have been reported .


163 contacts of the confirmed coronavirus cases were being monitored as of January 5 , 2020 .

As of January 5 , 2020 , 59 cases have occurred with seven in a critical condition , and no known cases of human-to-human transmission or occurences in healthcare workers .


As of January 5 , 2020 , 59 cases have occurred with seven in a critical condition , 163 contacts commenced monitoring and there were no reported cases of human-to-human transmission or presentations in healthcare workers .


On 4 February 2020 , casinos shut down .

All casinos in Macau were ordered to shut down for 15 days.


On 4 February 2020 , all casinos in Macau were ordered to shut down for 15 days.


Hu Xijin criticized Wuhan 's government for their `` sluggish response '' .

Hu Xijin , editor of Global Times , accused the Wuhan government on their willingness to announce a confirmation of the human-to-human transmission factor of the virus if Zhong Nanshan , a leading national expert on respiratory diseases , had not already revealed it on 20 January .


Hu Xijin , editor of Global Times , criticised Wuhan 's government for their `` sluggish response '' , and questioned the willingness of Wuhan 's authorities to announce confirmation of human-to-human transmission had this not already been announced by Zhong Nanshan , a leading national expert on respiratory diseases on 20 January .


At least 58,001 people have recovered from COVID-19 .

More than 58,000 people have recovered .


More than 59,000 people have recovered .


At least 59,001 people have recovered from COVID-19 .


More than 48,300 people have recovered from COVID-19 .

More than 48,400 people have recovered .


More than 48,200 people have recovered .


Less than 48,300 people have recovered from COVID-19 .


After 20 January 2020 border control measured were enhanced .

Border control measures were enhanced and extended to land and sea checkpoints on the same day and the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority started temperature checks since noon .


Border control measures were enhanced and extended to land and sea checkpoints on 24 January 2020 and the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority started temperature checks since noon .


The virus ( SARS-CoV-2 ) is transmitted in a similar way to influenza .

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


The virus primarily spreads between people in a similar way to influenza , via respiratory droplets produced during coughing or sneezing .


By March 2020 , over 10 million people have applied for government aid after being fired in the United States .

In March 2020 , more than 10 million Americans lost their jobs and applied for government aid .


Nearly 17 million Americans lost their jobs and applied for government aid , including 2.4 million people in California .


Almost 17 million people from the United States applied for government aid after being fired , and 2.4 million of those cases occurred in California .


The city of Wenzhou will be closed until 8 February .

On 2 February 2020 , the city of Wenzhou in Zhejiang province also implemented a partial lockdown , scheduled until 24:00 8 February. < gallery mode= '' packed '' heights= '' 150px '' >


On 2 February 2020 , the city of Wenzhou in Zhejiang province also implemented a partial lockdown , closing 46 of the 54 highway checkpoints. < gallery mode= '' packed '' heights= '' 150px '' >


More than 40 checkpoints were closed in Wenzhou .


Fewer than 11,950 cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed .

As of 31 January 2020 , approximately 11,948 cases have been confirmed , including in every province-level division of China .


As of 1 February 2020 , approximately 11,951 cases have been confirmed , including in every province-level division of China .


More than 11,950 cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed .


At least 225,001 cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed .

As of 19 March , more than 225,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 150 countries and territories , resulting in more than 9,200 deaths and 85,000 recoveries .


As of 19 March , more than 226,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 150 countries and territories , resulting in more than 9,200 deaths and 85,000 recoveries .


At least 226,001 cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed .


The maximum percentage of the population tested for the coronavirus in one country was less than 5 % on March 25 .

As of 25 March , no country had tested more than 3.3 % 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 12 April , no country had tested more than 10 % 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 maximum percentage of the population tested for the coronavirus in one country was more than 5 % on April 12 .


There is more than 90 % similarity between the viruses found in pangolins and those from human patients .

In February 2020 , Chinese researchers found that there is a 99 % similarity in genome sequences between the viruses found in pangolins and those from human patients , suggesting that the animal may be an intermediary host for the virus , but did not release evidence.


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


There is only one amino acid difference between the viruses found in pangolins and those from human patients .


According to experts , people are safe from getting coronavirus from feline animals like lions , tigers , and house cats .

There is no evidence animals can pass the virus on to humans , Sandee LaMotte , Lions , tigers and house cats : You wo n't catch coronavirus from felines , experts say , 6 April 2020 , CNN though British authorities advise washing one 's hands after contact with animals , like after contact with other potentially contaminated surfaces .


There is no evidence animals can pass the virus on to humans , though British authorities advise washing one 's hands after contact with animals , like after contact with other potentially contaminated surfaces .


The 2020 coronavirus pandemic probably originated in the Huanan Seafood Market .

It is thought to have a zoonotic origin based on probable epidemiological links to the Huanan Seafood Market .


It is thought to have a zoonotic origin .


Universities in the US worried about not meeting financial 'bottom line ' without foreign students .

Universities in the United States have warned about a significant impact to their `` bottom line '' due to the large number of foreign students unable to attend classes.


Universities in the United States have warned about a significant impact to their financial income due to the large number of foreign students unable to attend classes.


The media was hyping Beijing 's heightened response to the coronavirus outbreak

Steve Tsang , director of the China Institute at SOAS University of London , observed that the media was hyping the central heightened responses as if Xi Jinping had personally ordered it..As part of the central government 's `` bifurcated approach to diffuse discontent '' , while the propaganda machinery was going into `` overdrive ... to protect [ Xi Jinping 's ] reputation '' , citizens were permitted to criticize local officials so long as they did not `` question the basic legitimacy of the party '' .


Steve Tsang , director of the China Institute at SOAS University of London , observed that the media was hyping Beijing 's heightened response to the outbreak as if Xi Jinping had personally ordered it..As part of the central government 's `` bifurcated approach to diffuse discontent '' , while the propaganda machinery was going into `` overdrive ... to protect [ Xi Jinping 's ] reputation '' , citizens were permitted to criticize local officials so long as they did not `` question the basic legitimacy of the party '' .


Group A matches included the squads of Taipei .

On 22 January 2020 , the AFC announced that it would be moving the Group A matches previously scheduled to be played in Wuhan—which included the respective squads from Australia , China PR , Taipei and Thailand—to Nanjing instead due to the coronavirus outbreak .


On 22 January 2020 , the AFC announced that it would be moving the Group A matches previously scheduled to be played in Wuhan—which included the respective squads from Australia , China PR , Taiwan and Thailand—to Nanjing instead due to the coronavirus outbreak .


Group A matches included the squads of Taiwan .


The Diamond Princess is a cruise ship from the United Kingdom .

Examples include the quarantine of the cruise ship Diamond Princess in Japanese waters ; the curfew of more than 780 million people in China ; a voluntary curfew in Daegu , South Korea ; and the curfew of a dozen towns with more than 50,000 people in the Lombardy and Veneto regions of Italy .


Examples include the quarantine of the British cruise ship Diamond Princess in Japanese waters ; the curfew of more than 780 million people in China ; a voluntary curfew in Daegu , South Korea ; and the curfew of a dozen towns with more than 50,000 people in the Lombardy and Veneto regions of Italy .


Several compounds are being investigated against the coronavirus .

Several compounds , which were previously approved for treatment of other viral diseases , such as favipiravir , ribavirin , remdesivir and galidesivir , are being investigated against the coronavirus .


Several compounds , which were previously approved for treatment of other viral diseases , such as favipiravir , ribavirin , remdesivir and galidesivir , are being investigated .


On March 17 , 2020 , there were more than 196,000 cases of coronavirus and over 7,900 deaths worldwide .

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 .


As of 17 March 2020 , more than 196,000 cases of the disease have been reported in over 160 countries and territories , resulting in more than 7,900 deaths and around 81,000 recoveries .


China 's response to the coronavirus pandemic was ambitious .

The director of WHO Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus `` congratulated '' Chinese government `` for the extraordinary measures it has taken to contain the outbreak '' , and a later report described China 's response as `` perhaps the most