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 .


A woman has tested positive for coronavirus in Macau during the 2019–20 pandemic .

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


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


A man and a woman have tested positive for coronavirus in Singapore during the 2019–20 pandemic .


Hong Kong reported its first laboratory-confirmed case of coronavirus on January 22 , 2020 .

Taiwan reported its first laboratory-confirmed case , and the first confirmed case in North America was reported in the state of Washington.22 January 2020 : Macau reports its first laboratory-confirmed case .


Taiwan reported its first laboratory-confirmed case , and the first confirmed case in North America was reported in the state of Washington.22 January 2020 : Macau and Hong Kong reports its first laboratory-confirmed case .


A woman showed symptoms of a fever upon reaching Suvarnabhumi airport in Bangkok on January 8 , 2020 during the pandemic .

The 61-year-old Chinese woman had traveled from Wuhan to Suvarnabhumi airport in Bangkok.


The 61-year-old Chinese woman had traveled from Wuhan to Suvarnabhumi airport in Bangkok on 8 January , when she presented with a fever.


A Chinese national was quarantined in Kathmandu during the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic .

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 national was quarantined in Kathmandu during the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic .


Less than 5,050 people have died of coronavirus , and less than 70,300 have recovered as of March 13 , 2020 .

As of March 13 , at least 5,000 people have died from the disease , and more than 70,000 have recovered .


As of March 13 , at least 5,100 people have died from the disease , and more than 70,700 have recovered .


More than 5,050 people have died of coronavirus , and more than 70,300 have recovered as of March 13 , 2020 .


Two-thirds of the cluster of coronavirus cases reported in December 2019 , had links with the Huanan wet market .

Of the early cluster of cases , two-thirds were found to have a link with the wet market , which also sold live animals , although one of earliest was a person who had not had any exposure to the Huanan Seafood Wholesale Market or the remaining 40 of the first cluster detected with the new virus .


Of the early cluster of cases reported in December 2019 , two-thirds were found to have a link with the wet market , which also sold live animals , although one of earliest was a person who had not had any exposure to the Huanan Seafood Wholesale Market or the remaining 40 of the first cluster .


The Human Rights Watch , an international advocacy group , agreed that the Chinese government had the right to take necessary steps to counter the spread of misinformation about the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic on Chinese social media .

The Human Rights Watch , an international advocacy group , stated that `` there is considerable misinformation on Chinese social media and authorities have legitimate reasons to counter false information that can cause public panic , '' but also noted censorship by the authorities on social media posted by families of infected people who were potentially seeking help as well as by people living in cordoned cities who were documenting their daily lives amidst the lockdown .


The Human Rights Watch stated that `` there is considerable misinformation on Chinese social media and authorities have legitimate reasons to counter false information that can cause public panic , '' but also noted censorship by the authorities on social media posted by families of infected people who were potentially seeking help as well as by people living in cordoned cities who were documenting their daily lives amidst the lockdown .


Hong Kong had cases of coronavirus in during the 2019-20 pandemic .

Confirmed cases have also been reported in Thailand , South Korea , Japan , Taiwan , Macau and the United States .


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


Coronavirus was carried through international travelers to Egypt on February 14 , 2020 .

The virus was soon carried to other countries by international travellers : Thailand ( 13 January ) ; Japan ( 15 January ) ; South Korea ( 20 January ) ; Taiwan and the United States ( 21 January ) ; Hong Kong and Macau ( 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 Philippines ( 30 January ) ; the United Kingdom , Russia , Sweden and Spain ( 31 January ) ; Belgium ( 4 February ) .Citing 7,711 cases essentially in China and 83 cases abroad across 18 countries as of 29 January , the World Health Organization declared the Coronavirus Disease 2019 outbreak to be a Public Health Emergency of International Concern on 30 January .


The virus was soon carried to other countries by international travellers : Thailand ( 13 January ) ; Japan ( 15 January ) ; South Korea ( 20 January ) ; Taiwan and the United States ( 21 January ) ; Hong Kong and Macau ( 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 Philippines ( 30 January ) ; the United Kingdom , Russia , Sweden and Spain ( 31 January ) ; Belgium ( 4 February ) , Egypt ( 14 February ) .Citing 7,711 cases essentially in China and 83 cases abroad across 18 countries as of 29 January , the World Health Organization declared the Coronavirus Disease 2019 outbreak to be a Public Health Emergency of International Concern on 30 January .


Passengers from an aircraft that touched down in Batam had previously been declared healthy according to WHO standards .

The plane from Wuhan landed in Hang Nadim International Airport , Batam .


Before they landed in Batam , `` All have been declared healthy according to World Health Organization standards '' .The plane from Wuhan landed in Hang Nadim International Airport , Batam .


According to state media , less than 4,000 workers were present on the site at peak .

State media reported that there were 1,500 workers and nearly 300 units of construction machinery on the site at peak , and another backup team of 2,000 workers had already gathered .


State media reported that there were 7,000 workers and nearly 300 units of construction machinery on the site at peak .


According to state media , more than 4,000 workers were present on the site at peak .


Less than 8,420 coronavirus recoveries had been registered by February 15 , 2020 .

As of 15 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 11,082 ( 16 % ) out of 67,191 with 8,419 having recovered.


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


More than 8,419 coronavirus recoveries had been registered by February 15 , 2020 .


US President Donald Trump thanked Chinese leader Xi Jinping `` on behalf of the American People '' on 24 January 2020 on Twitter , stating that `` China has been working very hard to contain the Coronavirus .


US President Donald Trump thanked Chinese President Xi Jinping `` on behalf of the American People '' on 24 January 2020 on Twitter , stating that `` China has been working very hard to contain the Coronavirus .


There may have been cases of coronavirus before November 17 , 2019 in China .

On 13 March 2020 , an unverified report from the South China Morning Post suggested a case traced back to 17 November 2019 , in a 55-year-old from Hubei province , may have been the first , although there may have been related cases even earlier.


On 13 March 2020 , an unverified report from the South China Morning Post suggested a case traced back to 17 November 2019 , in a 55-year-old from Hubei province , may have been the first.


The National Microbiology Laboratory is located in Winnipeg , Manitoba .

A second separate test by the National Microbiology Laboratory is conducted to officially confirm the case.


Public Health Ontario deemed the case `` presumptive '' after using a rapid test , after which a sample sent to the National Microbiology Laboratory in Winnipeg , Manitoba will conclude that the patient is indeed infected with the novel coronavirus.


The first local transmission of coronavirus , outside of China and outside a family circle , occurred in Germany on January 22 , 2020 , brought by a Chinese business traveler .

The first local transmission outside China occurred in Vietnam between family members , while the first local transmission not involving family occurred in Germany , on 22 January , when a German man contracted the disease from a Chinese business visitor at a meeting .


The first local transmission outside China occurred in Vietnam between family members , while the first international transmission not involving family occurred in Germany on 22 January .


China 's is investigating issues involving Dr. Li .

China 's anti-corruption body said it will investigate the `` issues involving Dr Li '' .


China 's anti-corruption body , the National Supervisory Commission , has initiated an investigation into the issues involving Li .


China 's National Supervisory Commission is investigating issues involving Li during the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic .


China had less than 43,000 cases of coronavirus as of February 10 , 2020 .

As of 10 February 2020 , 42,729 cases have been confirmed ( 6,495 serious ) , including in every province-level division of China .


As of 10 February 2020 , 43,099 cases have been confirmed ( 6,495 serious ) , including in every province-level division of China .


China had more than 43,000 cases of coronavirus as of February 10 , 2020 .


China has less than 43,110 cases of coronavirus as of February 11 , 2020 .

As of 11 February 2020 , 43,105 cases have been confirmed ( 7,345 serious ) , including 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 .


China has more than 43,110 cases of coronavirus as of February 11 , 2020 .


Chinese medical researchers were trying to modify the genome of the bat 's coronavirus to enable it to enter human cells in 2014 , which were deemed to be safety issue by U.S. scientists by 2018 .

Chloe Taylor , Cats should be kept inside if owners show coronavirus symptoms , veterinary scientists say , 8 April 2020 , CNBCOn 17 March 2020 , scientists reported that the novel SARS-CoV-2 virus , which causes the COVID-19 disease , and is responsible for the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic , originated naturally , and not otherwise , although Chinese medical researchers , including Shi Zhengli , in Wuhan China , were studying bat coronaviruses , by modifying virus genomes , in order to enter human cells , at least as early as 2014 , in testing laboratories that were determined to have significant safety issues by U.S. scientists in 2018.


Chloe Taylor , Cats should be kept inside if owners show coronavirus symptoms , veterinary scientists say , 8 April 2020 , CNBCOn 17 March 2020 , scientists reported that the novel SARS-CoV-2 virus , which causes the COVID-19 disease , and is responsible for the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic , originated naturally , and not otherwise.


New York City had more than the total number of coronavirus cases in South Korea as of March 23 , 2020 .

On 23 March , it was reported that New York City had 10,700 cases of the coronavirus , more than the total number of cases in South Korea .


On 23 March , it was reported that New York City had 10,700 cases of the coronavirus .


An Italian singer suspected of having contracted coronavirus was institutionalized at a hospital in Bari on January 23 , 2020 .

On 23 January , one suspected case in the city of Bari where an Italian singer , after returning home from an Asian tour that also included the city of Wuhan , was hospitalized after feeling ill .


One suspected case in the city of Bari where an Italian singer , after returning home from an Asian tour that also included the city of Wuhan , was recovering after feeling ill .


An Italian singer suspected of having contracted coronavirus showed signs of recovery .


The coronavirus IFR is estimated to reach a maximum of less than 2 per cent during the 2019-20 pandemic .

The World Health Organization estimated IFR at 0.3 percent to 1 percent .


The World Health Organization estimated the IFR at 0.37 percent to 2.9 percent .


The coronavirus IFR is estimated to reach a maximum of more than 2 per cent during the 2019-20 pandemic .


The results from the first random coronavirus tests performed in Germany match the upper estimate of this range .

The upper estimate of this range is consistent with the results from the first random testing for COVID-19 in Germany , and a statistical study analysing the impact of testing on CFR estimates .


The upper estimate of this range is consistent the first random testing in Germany , and a study analysing the impact of testing on CFR estimates .


The third round of the 2020 AFC Women 's Olympic Qualifying Tournament was scheduled to be held in Wuhan between February 3 and 9 , 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.


The situation in Wuhan is being monitored with respect to the forthcoming third round of the 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.


More than 5 possible coronavirus cases were being monitored in Quebec on 22 January .

As of 22 January , six people were put under observation in Quebec after showing signs of a respiratory virus since recently returning from China .


As of 22 January , five people were put under observation in Quebec after showing signs of a respiratory virus since recently returning from China .


Less than 6 possible coronavirus cases were being monitored in Quebec on 22 January .


Epidemiological analysis of the coronavirus pandemic was led by WHO and multiple national governments .

2020.Epidemiological analysis of the pandemic led the WHO and multiple national governments to recognise that it is the first known pandemic that can be controlled in at least several world regions .


2020.WHO has recognise that it is the first known pandemic that can be controlled in at least several world regions .


Less than 15 temporary coronavirus hospitals were constructed in China in total , but all are reported to have been closed .

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14 temporary hospitals were constructed in China in total , but all were reported to have closed after the crisis was determined be under control on 10 March 2020. < gallery widths= '' 250px '' heights= '' 200px '' >


Wuhan is major rail interchange in China , leading to coronavirus infection to spread rapidly .

In early and mid-January 2020 , the virus spread to other Chinese provinces , helped by the Chinese New Year migration , as Wuhan is a transport hub in China and infected people quickly spread throughout the country .


In early and mid-January 2020 , the virus spread to other Chinese provinces , helped by the Chinese New Year migration , with Wuhan being a transport hub and major rail interchange in China ; infected people quickly spread throughout the country .


The outbreak of coronavirus was initially found in Wuhan , Hubei , China in mid-November 2019 .

First identified in Wuhan , Hubei , China in mid-November 2019 , the outbreak gradually spread throughout central China in late 2019 and subsequently spread across multiple continents in early 2020 , before being declared a global pandemic by the World Health Organization ( WHO ) on 11 March 2020. ,


The outbreak spread throughout central China and subsequently spread across multiple continents , before being declared a global pandemic by the World Health Organization ( WHO ) . ,


Coronavirus was declared to be a Public Health Emergency of International Concern before February 1 , 2020 .

On 30 January , the outbreak was declared to be a Public Health Emergency of International Concern ( PHEIC ) by the World Health Organization ( WHO ) .


The outbreak is a Public Health Emergency of International Concern ( PHEIC ) , as defined by the World Health Organization ( WHO ) .


Less than 585,000 coronavirus cases have been registered around the world .

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


more than 585,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 26,800 deaths and more than 131,000 recoveries .


Over 585,000 coronavirus cases have been registered around the world .


There were under 3,825 coronavirus cases in the U.S .

The number of confirmed cases in the U.S. rose to 3,808 , with 70 deaths .


The number of confirmed cases in the U.S. rose to 3,836 , with 70 deaths .


There were over 3,825 coronavirus cases in the U.S .


There have been confirmed cases of coronavirus in Hong Kong .

Confirmed cases have also been reported in Thailand , South Korea , Japan , Taiwan , Macau and the United States .


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


A patient with coronavirus flew directly from Wuhan to Thailand before she was hospitalized .

She had not visited the Huanan Seafood Market , but was noted to have been to other animal markets , became unwell on 5 January , flew directly from Wuhan to Thailand on 8 January and was hospitalised that same day.


She had not visited the Huanan Seafood Market , but was noted to have been to other animal markets , became unwell on 5 January , flew directly from Wuhan to Bangkok on 8 January and was hospitalised that same day.


A patient with coronavirus flew directly from Wuhan to Bangkok before she was hospitalized .


Coronavirus may boost transmission from snake to humans , according to scientists from Peking University , Guangxi Traditional Chinese Medical University , Ningbo University , and Wuhan Biology Engineering College .

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 '' .


There were under 400 coronavirus cases before January 22 , 2020 .

As of 21 January 2020 , increased testing has shown near to 300 confirmed cases , including some in healthcare workers and some outside China .


As of 22 January 2020 , increased testing has shown about 400 confirmed cases , including some in healthcare workers and some outside China .


There were over 300 coronavirus cases after January 21 , 2020 .


Less than 310,000 coronavirus cases have been registered around the world by March 22 .

As of 22 March , more than 308,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 188 countries and territories , resulting in more than 13,000 deaths and 95,000 recoveries .


As of 22 March , more than 311,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 188 countries and territories , resulting in more than 13,000 deaths and 95,000 recoveries .


More than 310,000 coronavirus cases have been registered around the world by March 22 .


Less than 1,375 coronavirus cases had been confirmed in laboratories from 14 different territories by 25 January .

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.


More than 1,375 coronavirus cases had been confirmed in laboratories from 14 different territories by 25 January .


Approximately 57 million people were affected by the quarantine established in Hubei in response to the coronavirus outbreak .

In what has been described as `` the largest quarantine in human history '' , a quarantine was announced on 23 January stopping travel in and out of Wuhan , which was extended to a total of 15 cities in Hubei .


In what has been described as `` the largest quarantine in human history '' , a quarantine was announced on 23 January stopping travel in and out of Wuhan , which was extended to a total of 15 cities in Hubei , affecting a total of about 57 million people .


Less than 94,500 people had recovered from coronavirus around the world by 22 March .

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 .


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 .


More than 94,500 people had recovered from coronavirus around the world by 22 March .


The Chinese National Medical Products Administration is an agency similar to the FDA in the U.S .

On 18 February 2020 , the Chinese National Medical Products Administration approved the antiviral drug Favilavir ( formerly Fapinavir ) for use against COVID-19 .


On 18 February 2020 , the Chinese National Medical Products Administration ( analogous to the U.S. FDA ) approved the antiviral drug Favilavir ( formerly Fapinavir ) for use against COVID-19 .


The coronavirus pandemic was ongoing by March 6 , 2020 .

In the current outbreak , estimates of the mortality rate by the World Health Organization are 3 to 4 % as of 6 March 2020 .


Estimates of the mortality rate by the World Health Organization are 3 to 4 % as of 6 March 2020 .


Less than 575,000 coronavirus cases and less than 26,350 fatalities have been registered around the world .

more than 574,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 26,300 deaths and more than 129,000 recoveries .


more than 576,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 26,400 deaths and more than 129,000 recoveries .


More than 575,000 coronavirus cases and more than 26,350 fatalities have been registered around the world .


Less than 78,800 cases of coronavirus have been confirmed worldwide .

As of 23 February , 78,773 cases have been confirmed worldwide , over 98.4 % in mainland China .


As of 23 February , 78,987 cases have been confirmed worldwide , over 98.4 % in mainland China .


More than 78,800 cases of coronavirus have been confirmed worldwide .


The United States was one of the world 's major coronavirus epicenters by March 18 , 2020 .

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


Coronavirus caused less than 1,666 deaths .

The disease has resulted in 1,665 deaths , of which 4 have occurred outside mainland China .


The disease has resulted in 1,669 deaths , of which 4 have occurred outside mainland China .


Coronavirus caused more than 1,666 deaths .


Less than 102,000 people had recovered from coronavirus around the world by 24 March .

As of 24 March , more than 381,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in more than 16,500 deaths and over 101,000 recoveries .


As of 24 March , more than 381,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in more than 16,500 deaths and over 102,000 recoveries .


More than 102,000 people had recovered from coronavirus around the world by 24 March .


Outside mainland China there have been less than 19 deaths as a result of coronavirus .

There have been 2,462 deaths attributable to the disease , including 17 outside mainland China , surpassing that of the 2003 SARS outbreak .


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


Outside mainland China there have been more than 19 deaths as a result of coronavirus .


Outside of mainland China , confirmed coronavirus cases included less than four women in Thailand .

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


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


Outside of mainland China , confirmed coronavirus cases included more than four women in Thailand .


At Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Sabah , a tourist from China has been placed in an isolation ward a for suspected infection of the virus after January 22 .

One patient , a tourist from China , has been placed in isolation ward at Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Sabah for suspected infection of the virus .


Earlier on 23 January , a tourist from China has been placed in isolation ward at Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Sabah for suspected infection of the virus .


After meeting someone with coronavirus in Singapore , more than 7 Chinese nationals were quarantined at a hotel in Johor on January 24 .

Further eight Chinese nationals were quarantined at a hotel in Johor after coming into contact with an infected person in neighbouring Singapore .


Further eight Chinese nationals were quarantined at a hotel in Johor on 24 January after coming into contact with an infected person in neighbouring Singapore .


There was nationwide quarantine in Italy due to coronavirus

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


These include a quarantine of Hubei , nationwide quarantines in multiple European countries , Colombia and Jordan , curfew measures in China and South Korea , various border closures or incoming passenger restrictions , screening at airports and train stations , and travel advisories regarding regions with community transmission .


There was nationwide quarantine in Colombia and Jordan due to coronavirus .


Coronavirus caused less than 7,450 deaths .

more than 7,400 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


more than 7,500 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


Coronavirus caused more than 7,450 deaths .


Less than 313,500 cases of COVID-19 have been reported .

As of 22 March , more than 313,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 188 countries and territories , resulting in more than 13,200 deaths and 95,000 recoveries .


As of 22 March , more than 314,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 188 countries and territories , resulting in more than 13,500 deaths and 95,000 recoveries .


More than 313,500 cases of COVID-19 have been reported .


The origin of coronavirus has not been officially tied to the Huanan Seafood Wholesale Market .

The outbreak was linked primarily to stallholders who worked at the Huanan Seafood Wholesale Market , which also sold live animals .


A majority the earliest cases were directly associated with stallholders who worked at the Huanan Seafood Wholesale Market , which also sold live animals and game meat , though the exact origin of the virus has not been concluded .


In Madrid , less than 5,000 people died and less than 4,000 people were hospitalized during the coronavirus pandemic before March 28 .

By 3 March , Madrid had become the major focus of the pandemic , with a major outbreak linked to evangelical churches in eastern Madrid.  A state of alarm and national lockdown was imposed on 14 March 2020.  # .Xn3xj0dKjIU The daily deathtoll surpassed 700 on 23 March with 738 people dying in a single day.  27 March , at least 4,858 people had died , 3,166 people were hospitalized in intensive care ( 1,150 in the Community of Madrid ) and more than 350,000 tests for COVID-19 had been conducted.


By 3 March , Madrid had become the major focus of the pandemic , with a major outbreak linked to evangelical churches in eastern Madrid.  A state of alarm and national lockdown was imposed on 14 March 2020.  # .Xn3xj0dKjIU The daily deathtoll surpassed 700 on 23 March with 738 people dying in a single day.  28 March , at least 5,138 people had died , 4,165 people were hospitalized in intensive care ( 1,312 in the Community of Madrid ) and more than 350,000 tests for COVID-19 had been conducted.


In Madrid , more than 5,000 people died and more than 4,000 people were hospitalized during the coronavirus pandemic after March 27 .


More than 16,400 deaths were caused by COVID-19 by 24 March , 2020 .

As of 24 March , more than 381,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in more than 16,400 deaths and over 101,000 recoveries .


As of 24 March , more than 381,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in more than 16,500 deaths and over 101,000 recoveries .


Less than 16,400 deaths were caused by COVID-19 by 24 March , 2020 .


Less than 635,000 cases of COVID-19 were reported in over 200 countries , causing less than 29,900 deaths .

more than 632,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 200 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 29,800 deaths .


more than 638,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 200 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 30,000 deaths .


More than 635,000 cases of COVID-19 were reported in over 200 countries , causing more than 29,900 deaths .


Less than 139,000 people recovered from coronavirus by 2020 .

More than 138,000 people have since recovered .


More than 140,000 people have since recovered .


More than 139,000 people recovered from coronavirus by 2020 .


The number of confirmed coronavirus cases was less than 95,000 in the District of Columbia , with less than 1,400 deaths .

the epidemic was present in all 50 states , plus the District of Columbia , with the number of confirmed cases currently at 93,131 with 1,382 deaths .


the epidemic was present in all 50 states , plus the District of Columbia , with the number of confirmed cases currently at 99,116 with 1,518 deaths .


The number of confirmed coronavirus cases was more than 95,000 in the District of Columbia , with more than 1,400 deaths .


The Folding @ Home team asked people to donate their CPU time for their program , which computes COVID-19 drug design and molecular movement .

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


Less than 395,500 cases of COVID-19 were reported in more than 190 countries and territories by 24 March , 2020 .

As of 24 March , more than 395,000 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 104,000 recoveries .


More than 395,500 cases of COVID-19 were reported in more than 190 countries and territories by 24 March , 2020 .


Seyyed Mohammad Saeedi 's accusation towards President Trump on coronavirus was reported by Radio Farda .

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


Iranian cleric Seyyed Mohammad Saeedi accused President Trump of targeting Qom with coronavirus to fulfil his previous promise of retaliation against Iranian cultural sites .


The CDC estimated that the death toll of the 2009 swine flu in the United States was higher than the number of fatalities officially confirmed .

Bloomberg We May Be Underestimating the Coronavirus Death Toll A spokeswoman for the U.S. Center of Disease Control acknowledged `` We know that [ the stated death toll ] is an underestimation '' , Coronavirus death toll : Americans are almost certainly dying of covid-19 but being left out of the official count - The Washington Post a statement corroborated by anecdotal reports of undercounting in the U.S.Coronavirus : Doctors At Hospitals Say COVID-19 Death Numbers Aren ’ t Consistent Such underestimation is commonplace in pandemic environments ; in the 2009 swine flu epidemic , the United States reported 3,433 confirmed fatalities ; the CDC eventually estimated a death toll of 12,469.The first confirmed death was on 9 January 2020 in Wuhan .


Bloomberg We May Be Underestimating the Coronavirus Death Toll A spokeswoman for the U.S. Center of Disease Control acknowledged `` We know that [ the stated death toll ] is an underestimation '' , Coronavirus death toll : Americans are almost certainly dying of covid-19 but being left out of the official count - The Washington Post a statement corroborated by anecdotal reports of undercounting in the U.S.Coronavirus : Doctors At Hospitals Say COVID-19 Death Numbers Aren ’ t Consistent The first confirmed death was on 9 January 2020 in Wuhan .


A health advisory on 2019-nCoV was given by Singapore 's Ministry of Health on January 2 , 2020 .

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


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


Hospitals had to be extra careful with pneumonia cases from people who had made recent trips to Wuhan .

MOH also issued a reminder to hospitals and general practitioners to be vigilant for cases with pneumonia who have recently travelled to Wuhan .


MOH also issued a reminder to hospitals and general practitioners to be vigilant for such cases .


The total number of coronavirus recovery cases is lower than 148,000 .

More than 146,000 people have since recovered .


More than 148,000 people have since recovered .


The total number of coronavirus recovery cases is higher than 148,000 .


The three people infected with coronavirus before January 26 , 2020 , were quarantined at the Sungai Buloh Hospital in Selangor .

Despite early reports of them testing negative for the virus , three of them were confirmed to be infected on 25 January .


Despite early reports of them testing negative for the virus , three of them were confirmed to be infected on 25 January and subsequently quarantined at the Sungai Buloh Hospital in Selangor .


On 15 February 2020 , the number of severe cases of coronavirus is 11,082 out of 67,191 with less than 8,421 having recovered .

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


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


On 15 February 2020 , the number of severe cases of coronavirus is 11,082 out of 69,270 with more than 9,540 having recovered .


On 17 February , less than 71,442 cases of coronavirus have been confirmed worldwide .

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


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


On 17 February , more than 71,441 cases of coronavirus have been confirmed worldwide .


Less than 60,407 cases of coronavirus had been confirmed globally by February 13 , 2020 .

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


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


More than 60,406 cases of coronavirus had been confirmed globally by February 13 , 2020 .


Less than 60,400 coronavirus cases had been confirmed globally by February 13 , 2020 .

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


More than 60,400 coronavirus cases had been confirmed globally by February 13 , 2020 .


Less than 12,710 coronavirus recoveries had been reported by February 18 , 2020 .

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


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


More than 12,710 coronavirus recoveries had been reported by February 18 , 2020 .


The number of deaths attributed to COVID-19 is used to calculate the death-to-case ratio .

The death-to-case ratio reflects the number of deaths divided by the number of diagnosed cases within a given time interval .


The death-to-case ratio reflects the number of deaths attributed to COVID19 divided by the number of diagnosed cases within a given time interval .


Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte said `` In the outbreak areas , entry and exit will not be provided .


Conte said `` In the outbreak areas , entry and exit will not be provided .


People produce small droplets when they breathe or cough .

The virus is primarily spread between people by small droplets produced during breathing or coughing .


The virus is primarily spread between people by droplets produced during breathing or coughing .


50 countries , aside from China , had reported coronavirus cases by February 27 , 2020 .

As of 27 February 2020 , 82,767 cases have been confirmed , including in all provinces of China and fifty other countries .


As of 27 February 2020 , 82,767 cases have been confirmed , including in all provinces of China and more than fifty other countries .


More than 50 countries , aside from China , had reported coronavirus cases by February 27 , 2020 .


Benvenuto and colleagues analyzed the genome sequences of SARS-CoV-2 .

Bayesian analysis by Benvenuto and colleagues of the genome sequences of SARS-CoV-2 and related coronaviruses , shows that the nucleocapsid and the spike glycoprotein have some sites under positive selective pressure .


Bayesian analysis of the genome sequences of SARS-CoV-2 and related coronaviruses , shows that the nucleocapsid and the spike glycoprotein have some sites under positive selective pressure .


Less than 2,361 people had presumably died of coronavirus by 22 February 2020 .

As of 22 February , 2,360 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


As of 22 February , 2,362 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


More than 2,361 people had presumably died of coronavirus by 22 February 2020 .


The University of Oxford 's Centre for Evidence-Based Medicine estimated a CFR of 0.72 % by April 9 , 2020 .

The University of Oxford 's Centre for Evidence-Based Medicine maintains an ongoing review of both CFR and IFR estimates but cautions that there is considerable uncertainty at this stage in the pandemic .


The University of Oxford 's Centre for Evidence-Based Medicine maintains an ongoing review of both CFR and IFR estimates , and as of 9 April they estimated a CFR of 0.72 % , but they also caution that there is considerable uncertainty at this stage in the pandemic .


Less than 468,000 coronavirus cases had been registered around the world before 26 March .

As of 25 March , more than 467,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in more than 190 countries and territories , resulting in more than 21,100 deaths and more than 113,800 recoveries .


As of 26 March , more than 468,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in more than 190 countries and territories , resulting in more than 21,100 deaths and more than 113,800 recoveries .


More than 468,000 coronavirus cases had been registered around the world after 25 March .


Estimates for the death-to-case ratio decreased from 17.3 % to 0.7 % in China between January and February .

In China , estimates for the death-to-case ratio decreased from 17.3 per cent ( for those with onset of symptoms from 1to 10 January 2020 ) to 0.7 per cent ( for those with onset of symptoms after 1February 2020 ) .Other measures include the case fatality rate ( CFR ) , which reflects the percentage of diagnosed people who die from a disease , and the infection fatality rate ( IFR ) , which reflects the percentage of infected ( diagnosed and undiagnosed ) who die from a disease .


Other measures include the case fatality rate ( CFR ) , which reflects the percentage of diagnosed people who die from a disease , and the infection fatality rate ( IFR ) , which reflects the percentage of infected ( diagnosed and undiagnosed ) who die from a disease .


The 2 men who died of coronavirus in the Philippines and Hong Kong between February 1 and 4 had previously been in Wuhan .

There have been three deaths outside mainland China : the first in the Philippines , where a man from Wuhan died on 1 February , the second in Hong Kong , where a man who visited Wuhan died on 4 February , and the third in Japan , where a Japanese woman in her 80s who tested positive died on 13 February .


There have been three deaths outside mainland China : in the Philippines , Hong Kong , and Japan .


Less than 300,000 coronavirus cases and less than 13,000 fatalities have been recorded globally .

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More than 300,000 coronavirus cases and more than 13,000 fatalities have been recorded globally .


More than 339,000 coronavirus cases and more than 14,450 fatalities had been registered around the world by March 22 .

As of 22 March , more than 340,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 180 countries and territories , resulting in more than 14,500 deaths and 97,000 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 .


Less than 339,000 coronavirus cases and less than 14,450 fatalities had been registered around the world by March 22 .


The United States has registered less than 68,600 positive coronavirus cases and less than 1,035 fatalities .

The number of confirmed cases in the US rose to 68,472 , with 1,032 deaths .


The number of confirmed cases in the US rose to 68,814 , with 1,037 deaths .


The United States has registered more than 68,600 positive coronavirus cases and more than 1,035 fatalities .


Less than 479,000 coronavirus cases had been registered around the world by March 26 .

As of 26 March , more than 478,000 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 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 .


Over 479,000 coronavirus cases had been registered around the world by March 26 .


The United Arab Emirates was one of the countries that banned entry for foreigners or non-residents after the start of the coronavirus outbreak .

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


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


People can contract coronavirus for being in contact with cardboard and other surfaces covered with infected droplets .

Droplets stay suspended in the air for only a short time but may stay viable and contagious on a metal , glass or plastic surface .


Droplets stay suspended in the air for only a short time but may stay viable and contagious on a metal , cardboard , glass or plastic surface .


Some people have contracted coronavirus more than once .

More than people have recovered , although some have relapsed .


More than people have recovered , although there may be a possibility of relapse or reinfection .


People who have recovered from coronavirus can contract the disease again .


Thailand had less than seven laboratory-confirmed cases of coronavirus by January 25 , 2020 .

On 25 January 2020 , the number of laboratory-confirmed cases stood at 1,799 , including 1,756 in Mainland China , six in Thailand , five in Hong Kong , four in Australia , four in Malaysia , four in Singapore , three in France , three in Japan , three in Taiwan , two in Macau , two in South Korea , two in the United States , two in Vietnam , and one in Nepal .


On 25 January 2020 , the number of laboratory-confirmed cases stood at 1,799 , including 1,756 in Mainland China , seven in Thailand , five in Hong Kong , four in Australia , four in Malaysia , four in Singapore , three in France , three in Japan , three in Taiwan , two in Macau , two in South Korea , two in the United States , two in Vietnam , and one in Nepal .


Thailand had more than six laboratory-confirmed cases of coronavirus by January 25 , 2020 .


Italy 's coronavirus case fatality rate , of 11.39 percent , is higher than any other country 's rate .

The case fatality rate was estimated to be 4per cent in China , but varies significantly between countries .


The case fatality rate was estimated to be 4per cent in China , but varies significantly between countries with Italy showing the highest rate of 11.39per cent .


Three people from Southeast Michigan were under investigation by the CDC for showing symptoms of coronavirus .

On 24 January , US health officials reported that they are monitoring 63 other potential cases within the US .


As of 25 January 2020 the CDC is investigation three people showing symptoms of the Chinese coronavirus in Southeast Michigan On 24 January , US health officials reported that they are monitoring 63 other potential cases within the US .


The World Health Organization received a $ 100 million donation from Bill and Melinda during the coronavirus .

On 5 February , Bill and Melinda further announced a $ 100 million donation to the World Health Organization , who made an appeal for funding contributions to the international community the same day .


On 5 February , Bill and Melinda further announced a $ 100 million donation to the WHO , who made an appeal for funding contributions to the international community the same day .


It was presumed that less than 2,470 people had died from coronavirus by February 23 , 2020 .

As of 23 February , 2,468 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


As of 23 February , 2,470 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


It was presumed that a total of 2,470 people had died from coronavirus by February 23 , 2020 .


The individuals infected with COVID-19 quickly spread from Wuhan throughout China .

In early and mid-January 2020 , the virus spread to other Chinese provinces , helped by the Chinese New Year migration .


In early and mid-January 2020 , the virus spread to other Chinese provinces , helped by the Chinese New Year migration , as Wuhan is a transport hub in China and the infected individuals quickly spread throughout the country .


More than 185 countries and territories had reported cases of coronavirus by March 22 , 2020 .

As of 22 March , more than 336,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 189 countries and territories , resulting in more than 14,400 deaths and 96,000 recoveries .


As of 22 March , more than 336,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 180 countries and territories , resulting in more than 14,400 deaths and 96,000 recoveries .


Less than 185 countries and territories had reported cases of coronavirus by March 22 , 2020 .


The UEFA Euro 2020 was scheduled to take place between June and July .

The outbreak has been a concern for the 2020 Summer Olympics which is scheduled to take place in Tokyo starting at the end of July , as well as UEFA Euro 2020 , which was intended to be a pan-European tournament with multiple host nations running from June to July .


The outbreak has been a concern for the 2020 Summer Olympics which is scheduled to take place in Tokyo starting at the end of July .


The Russian regime has been known to have manipulated medical statistics for political reasons before the coronavirus pandemic .

Russia has also been suspected of under-reporting cases , given that the regime has a history of `` manipulat [ ing ] medical statistics for political purposes '' .


Russia has also been suspected of under-reporting cases .


The coronavirus outbreak was declared a pandemic by the WHO on March 11 , 2020 .

On 11 March , the World Health Organization declared the outbreak a pandemic . ,


On 11 March 2020 , the World Health Organization declared the outbreak a pandemic . ,


The global coronavirus death-to-case ratio according to WHO statistics was 29,957 fatalities over 634,835 cases , which is less than 5 % .

Based on WHO statistics , the global death-to-case ratio was 4.7 % ( 29,957 / 634,835 ) as of .


Based on WHO statistics , the global death-to-case ratio is ( / ) as of .


80,000 cases of coronavirus have been confirmed in mainland China .

over 122,000 cases of the disease have been confirmed in more than 120 countries and territories , with major outbreaks in mainland China , Italy , South Korea , and Iran .


over 122,000 cases of the disease have been confirmed in more than 120 countries and territories , with major outbreaks in mainland China ( 80,000 cases ) , Italy , South Korea , and Iran .


Remdesivir has been approved by the FDA for compassionate use against coronavirus .

There is no vaccine or specific antiviral treatment ; although the FDA has approved remdesivir for compassionate use .


There is no vaccine or specific antiviral treatment .


A test confirmed that a 56-year-old man from Ma On Shan was infected with 2019-nCoV .

A 56-year old man from Ma On Shan , who had visited Wuhan , had also tested positive for 2019-nCoV , raising the number of confirmed cases to two .


A 56-year old man from Ma On Shan , who had visited Wuhan , had also tested positive , raising the number of confirmed cases to two .


Travis Air Force Base is located close to Fairfield , in California .

A later article in the NYT on February 27 discussed a whistleblower 's allegation 's of the ineptitude of preparedness at Travis Air Force Base and March Air Reserve Base in Riverside County , California to receive possible coronavirus transmitters for diagnosis and treatment.


A later article in the NYT on February 27 discussed a whistleblower 's allegation 's of the ineptitude of preparedness at Travis Air Force Base near Fairfield , California and March Air Reserve Base in Riverside County , California to receive possible coronavirus transmitters for diagnosis and treatment.


Less than 50 countries have closed down their schools due to the coronavirus pandemic , affecting more than 370 million students .

Schools have closed nationwide in 22 countries and locally in 17 countries , affecting more than 370 million students .


Schools and universities have closed either on a nationwide or local basis in at least 61 countries , affecting a record number of students .


More than 50 countries have closed down their schools due to the coronavirus pandemic .


Iceland is among the countries that have registered cases of coronavirus .

In chronological followed by alphabetical order , these were Thailand , Japan , Macau , South Korea , Taiwan , United States , Hong Kong , Singapore , France , Nepal , Vietnam , Australia , Malaysia , Canada , Cambodia , Germany , Finland , Sri Lanka , United Arab Emirates , India , Italy , the Philippines , the United Kingdom , Russia , Sweden , Spain , Belgium , Egypt , Iran , Israel , Lebanon , Afghanistan , Bahrain , Kuwait , Iraq , Oman , Algeria , Austria , Brazil , Croatia , Switzerland , Greece , Pakistan , North Macedonia , Georgia , Norway , Romania , Denmark , Estonia , Northern Ireland , San Marino , Netherlands , Nigeria , Belarus , Lithuania , New Zealand , and Mexico .


In chronological followed by alphabetical order , these were Thailand , Japan , Macau , South Korea , Taiwan , United States , Hong Kong , Singapore , France , Nepal , Vietnam , Australia , Malaysia , Canada , Cambodia , Germany , Finland , Sri Lanka , United Arab Emirates , India , Italy , the Philippines , the United Kingdom , Russia , Sweden , Spain , Belgium , Egypt , Iran , Israel , Lebanon , Afghanistan , Bahrain , Kuwait , Iraq , Oman , Algeria , Austria , Brazil , Croatia , Switzerland , Greece , Pakistan , North Macedonia , Georgia , Norway , Romania , Denmark , Estonia , Northern Ireland , San Marino , Netherlands , Nigeria , Belarus , Lithuania , New Zealand , Mexico , and Iceland .


There is a very high risk that the coronavirus might spread worldwide .

The risk of it spreading globally is very high .


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


The first case of coronavirus was identified in Wuhan , China , in late 2019 .


The coronavirus diseased is caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus .


more than 85,000 cases have been confirmed in over 60 countries , of which 8,000 were classified as serious .


8,000 of the coronavirus cases reported in over 60 countries have been classified as serious .


The suspension of entry for visa or residence permit holders that began on March 28 , 2020 , was announced 2 days before .

The Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on 26 March 2020 that entry for visa or residence permit holders would be suspended from 28 March onwards , with no specific details on when this policy would end .


The Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on 26 March that entry for visa or residence permit holders would be suspended from 28 March onwards , with no specific details on when this policy would end .


Less than 2,400 people had presumably died from coronavirus by before February 23 , 2020 .

As of 22 February , 2,363 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


As of 23 February , 2,461 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


More than 2,400 people had presumably died from coronavirus by after February 22 , 2020 .


The WHO had to scrutinize its relationship with Chinese authorities during the coronavirus pandemic .

The WHO 's handling of the epidemic has been described as `` having to perform a diplomatic balancing act '' between `` China and China 's critics , '' including scrutiny of the relationship between the agency and Chinese authorities .


The WHO 's handling of the epidemic has been described as `` having to perform a diplomatic balancing act '' between `` China and China 's critics '' .


Less than 40,626 positive coronavirus cases had been in China by 10 February 2020 .

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


As of 10 February 2020 , 40,627 cases have been confirmed ( 6,494 serious ) , including in every province-level division of China .


More than 40,626 positive coronavirus cases had been in China by 10 February 2020 .


China acknowledged the coronavirus outbreak before November 30 , 2019 .

The outbreak was identified in Wuhan , China , on November 17 , 2019 .


The outbreak was identified in Wuhan , China , in December 2019 .


China acknowledged the coronavirus outbreak after November 30 , 2019 .


Less than 73,437 positive coronavirus cases have been reported globally .

As of 18 February , 73,436 cases have been confirmed worldwide , over 98 % in mainland China .


As of 18 February , 73,437 cases have been confirmed worldwide , over 98 % in mainland China .


More than 73,436 positive coronavirus cases have been reported globally .


During the coronavirus pandemic , the Chinese government has issued quarantines .

The government of China has introduced travel restrictions and outdoor restrictions – requiring families to stay at home – affecting over 170 million people .


The government of China has introduced travel restrictions , quarantines , and outdoor restrictions – requiring families to stay at home – affecting over 170 million people .


The Chinese government received criticism and negative comments on social media .

However , Xi Jinping later also instructed authorities `` to strengthen the guidance of public opinions '' , language which some viewed as a call for censorship after increasing critical and angry comments on social media at the government over the epidemic .


However , Xi Jinping later also instructed authorities `` to strengthen the guidance of public opinions '' , language which some viewed as a call for censorship .


Countries outside of China have recorded less than 890 coronavirus deaths .

More than 4,000 people have died : more than 3,100 in mainland China and around 880 in all other countries .


More than 4,000 people have died : more than 3,100 in mainland China and around 900 in all other countries .


Countries outside of China have recorded more than 890 coronavirus deaths .


The act of coughing produces the respiratory droplets that are coronavirus 's main infection mechanism .

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


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


Less than 203,000 coronavirus cases and less than 8,100 fatalities have been recorded globally .

over 202,000 cases have been reported worldwide ; more than 8,000 people have died ; and over 82,000 have recovered .


over 203,000 cases have been reported worldwide ; more than 8,200 people have died ; and over 82,000 have recovered .


More than 203,000 coronavirus cases and more than 8,100 fatalities have been recorded globally .


Less than 150,000 coronavirus cases had been registered by March 14 , 2020 .

As of 14 March , over 149,000 cases have been reported in around 150 countries and territories ; more than 5,600 people have died from the disease and over 73,000 have recovered .


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 and over 73,000 have recovered .


More than 150,000 coronavirus cases had been registered by March 14 , 2020 .


It was estimated that more than half of Italy 's inhabitants had contracted SARS-CoV-2 by early March 2020 .

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


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


Closing schools , workplaces , stadiums , and other public places is a method to prevent the spread of coronavirus .

Methods include implementing quarantines , applying travel restrictions , or closing or limiting the occupancy of schools , workplaces , stadiums , theatres , and shopping centres .


Methods include staying away from sick people , avoiding crowded areas , applying travel restrictions , and implementing quarantines .


Keeping a significant distance from sick people is a method to prevent the spread of coronavirus .


Wuhan had less than 10 active coronavirus cases per million by the time the region was quarantined on 22 January 2020 .

As of March 17 2020 , the number of global active cases ( 13.8 cases/mil ) per capita surpassed that of Wuhan , Hubei ( 9.8 cases/mil ) when the region was placed under lockdown on Jan 22 2020.The virus is primarily spread between people in a similar manner to influenza , via respiratory droplets from coughing and sneezing .


The virus is primarily spread between people in a similar manner to influenza , via respiratory droplets from coughing and sneezing .


Justin Lessler estimated that the possible US peak of coronavirus cases would arrive between July or August 2020 .

Justin Lessler of John Hopkins University stated if we flatten the curve , it may peak in July or in August .


Justin Lessler of John Hopkins University described the possible US peak thus : if we flatten the curve , it may peak in July or in August .


Less than 17,490 coronavirus cases had been reported by February 3 , 2020 .

The number of severe cases as of 3 February 2020 is 2,298 out of 17,486 , with 516 having recovered .


The number of severe cases as of 3 February 2020 is 2,298 out of 17,498 , with 516 having recovered .


More than 17,490 coronavirus cases had been reported by February 3 , 2020 .


Gao Fu rejected the allegations that accused him of referring to a person as a `` super spreader '' for being moved to multiple wards .

On 25 January 2020 , Gao Fu , the head of Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention , denied this claim according to an announcement made to the official Xinhua News Agency .


On 25 January 2020 , Gao Fu , the head of Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention , in an announcement made to the Xinhua News Agency , denied that the said person should be considered a `` super spreader '' simply because he was moved to multiple wards .


The Washington Times is a conservative newspaper politically aligned with the right-wing .

It cited two 24 January articles from the The Washington Times , a right-wing conservative newspaper , which claimed without any evidence that the virus was part of China 's biological weapons program .


It cited two 24 January articles from the The Washington Times , which claimed the virus was part of China 's biological weapons program .


There are less than 722,000 coronavirus cases around the world .

more than 721,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 33,900 deaths .


more than 722,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 33,900 deaths .


There are more than 722,000 coronavirus cases around the world .


According to the Chinese Government , it is impossible to contract SARS-CoV-2 via fecal-oral transmission .

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


The Government of China denied the possibility of fecal-oral transmission of SARS-CoV-2.The virus is most contagious during the first 3 days after onset of symptoms , although spread may be possible before symptoms appear and in later stages of the disease .


Foreigners who arrived in Iran had to remain isolated for more than 10 days since April 1 , 2020 .

On 29 March it was reported that all new oversees arrivals will have a 2 week quarantine.


On 29 March it was reported that all new oversees arrivals will have a 2 week quarantine , starting April 1.


Less than 200 people presumably have died of coronavirus in China proper .

171 deaths have been attributed to the virus , all in China proper .


214 deaths have been attributed to the virus , all in China proper .


More than 200 people presumably have died of coronavirus in China proper .


The COVID-19 virus has been attributed to a zoonotic origin .

According to official Chinese sources these were mostly linked to the Huanan Seafood Wholesale Market , which also sold live animals , and one theory is that the virus , which appears to have a zoonotic origin , came from one of these animals .


According to official Chinese sources these were mostly linked to the Huanan Seafood Wholesale Market , which also sold live animals , and one theory is that the virus , which appears to have came from one of these animals .


Less than 77,249 positive coronavirus cases had been recorded in over 20 countries by February 21 , 2020 .

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


As of 21 February 2020 , 77,250 cases have been confirmed , including in all provinces of China and more than two dozen other countries .


More than 77,249 positive coronavirus cases had been recorded in over 20 countries by February 21 , 2020 .


Less than 77,000 coronavirus cases and less than 18,470 recoveries had been registered by February 20 , 2020 .

As of 20 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 12,065 ( 16 % ) out of 76,727 with 18,461 having recovered.


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


More than 77,000 coronavirus cases and more than 18,470 recoveries had been registered by February 20 , 2020 .


John Bolton was the US President 's national security advisor in May 2018 .

While the CDC has announced plans to screen people for the coronavirus , only three of the 100 public health labs were reported to be fitted for that role even after delays , which has been credited to the agency 's funding cuts .


In May 2018 , Trump 's national security advisor John Bolton disbanded a National Security Council global health security team that was responsible for leading the American response to a pandemic.  the CDC has announced plans to screen people for the coronavirus , only three of the 100 public health labs were reported to be fitted for that role even after delays , which has been credited to the agency 's funding cuts .


Less than 82,780 positive coronavirus cases had been recorded in over 50 countries by February 27 , 2020 .

As of 27 February 2020 , 82,767 cases have been confirmed , including in all provinces of China and more than fifty other countries .


As of 27 February 2020 , 82,791 cases have been confirmed , including in all provinces of China and more than fifty other countries .


More than 82,780 positive coronavirus cases had been recorded in over 50 countries by February 27 , 2020 .


More than 67,000 Hubei residents had tested positive for COVID-19 by March 14 , 2020 , while more than 3,000 had died .

To date ( 14 March 2020 ) , 67,790 cases and 3,075 deaths due to the virus have been reported in Hubei province , a case fatality rate ( CFR ) of 4.54 % .On 26 February 2020 , the WHO reported that , as new cases reportedly 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 26 February 2020 , the WHO reported that , as new cases reportedly 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 .


Less than 11,500 people had died of coronavirus around the world by March 21 , 2020 .

As of 21 March , more than 277,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 186 countries and territories , resulting in more than 11,400 deaths and 91,000 recoveries.  virus seems to mostly spread between people via respiratory droplets .


As of 21 March , more than 277,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 186 countries and territories , resulting in more than 11,500 deaths and 91,000 recoveries.  virus seems to mostly spread between people via respiratory droplets .


More than 11,500 people had died of coronavirus around the world by March 21 , 2020 .


One of the Chinese government 's responses to the coronavirus outbreak was closing the market from which the virus spread .

Chinese authorities responded swiftly with quarantine of those affected , monitoring of contacts and their initial investigations have isolated a novel coronavirus from one affected sample .


Chinese authorities responded swiftly with closing the market , quarantining those affected , monitoring of contacts and their initial investigations have isolated a novel coronavirus from one affected sample .


Respiratory droplets may be produced during breathing but the virus is not generally airborne .


It can also be transmitted via breathing , but only during close contact , and not over large distances . .


It is possible to transmit coronavirus via breathing during close contact and over short distances .


COVID-19 had presumably caused less than 1,527 deaths by February 15 , 2020 .

As of 15 February , 1,526 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


As of 15 February , 1,527 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


COVID-19 had presumably caused more than 1,526 deaths by February 15 , 2020 .


Less than 621,000 coronavirus cases and less than 28,700 fatalities have been registered around the world .

more than 620,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 28,600 deaths .


more than 622,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 28,800 deaths .


Over 621,000 coronavirus cases and more than 28,700 fatalities have been registered around the world .


People originally from countries considered coronavirus epicenters have been the victims of racism and xenophobia during the pandemic .

Misinformation and conspiracy theories about the virus have spread online and there have been incidents of xenophobia and racism against Chinese and other East and Southeast Asian people .


Misinformation and conspiracy theories about the virus have spread online and there have been incidents of xenophobia and racism against Chinese and other East and Southeast Asian people , and others from hotspots .


Westerners and other foreigners in China reported increased incidences of xenophobia as Covid-19 cases in China fell while those in the West rose .

As Covid-19 cases in China fell while those in the West rose , Westerners and other foreigners in China also reported increased incidences of xenophonia against Westerners from the Chinese .


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


Less than 1,116 deaths have been attributed to the virus since the first confirmed death on 9 January .

1,115 deaths have been attributed to the virus since the first confirmed death on 9 January , with 4,805 recoveries .


1,116 deaths have been attributed to the virus since the first confirmed death on 9 January , with 4,805 recoveries .


More than 1,115 deaths have been attributed to the virus since the first confirmed death on 9 January .


The Chinese government launched a radical campaign described on 10 February by the Chinese Communist Party general secretary Xi Jinping as a `` people 's war '' .

However , travellers from Wuhan had already transported the virus to some Asian countries , the Chinese government launched a radical campaign described on 10 February by the Chinese Communist Party general secretary Xi Jinping as a `` people 's war '' to contain the spread of the virus .


However , travellers from Wuhan had already transported the virus to some Asian countries , the Chinese government launched a radical campaign described on 10 February by Chinese Communist Party general secretary Xi as a `` people 's war '' to contain the spread of the virus .


On 25 April it was reported that the last patients were discharged in Wuhan , where the coronavirus pandemic originated .


On 25 April it was reported that the last patients were discharged in Wuhan , where the pandemic originated


Face masks for the coronavirus have also been widely used in Taiwan .

Face masks have also been widely used in Taiwan , Japan , South Korea , Malaysia , and Singapore.


Face masks have also been widely used in Japan , South Korea , Malaysia , and Singapore.


Confirmed cases of coronavirus outside of mainland China include one man in Hong Kong and one woman in Macau .

Confirmed cases outside of mainland China include two women in Thailand , one man in Japan , one woman in South Korea , one woman in Taiwan and one man in the United States .


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


Questions raised include could there be a possibility that Wuhan is a superspreader event .

Questions raised include whether the virus has been circulating for longer than previously thought and whether Wuhan really is the center of the outbreak or simply the place it was first identified with ongoing surveillance and testing .


Questions raised include whether the virus has been circulating for longer than previously thought , whether Wuhan really is the center of the outbreak or simply the place it was first identified with ongoing surveillance and testing , and could there be a possibility that Wuhan is a superspreader event .


On 17 January , an Imperial College group in the UK published a Fermi estimate that there had been 1,723 cases of coronavirus .

On 17 January , an Imperial College group in the UK published a Fermi estimate that there had been 1,723 cases ( 95 % confidence interval , 427–4,471 ) with onset of symptoms by 12 January 2020 .


On 17 January , an Imperial College group in the UK published a Fermi estimate that there had been 1,723 cases ( 95 % confidence interval , 427–4,471 ) with onset of symptoms by 12 January .


On 20 January 2020 , China reported a sharp rise in cases with nearly 140 new patients , including two people in Beijing and one in Shenzhen .


On 20 January , China reported a sharp rise in cases with nearly 140 new patients , including two people in Beijing and one in Shenzhen .


Due to the coronavirus pandemic , the United States ’ city of Pittsburgh has announced plans to promptly send aid to Wuhan .

The city of Pittsburgh has announced plans to promptly send aid to Wuhan , with its mayor Bill Peduto stating that `` Our office has reached out to the mayor of Wuhan , which is our sister city '' and promising that `` over the next two days we should be able to have a care package that has been put together . ''


The United States city of Pittsburgh has announced plans to promptly send aid to Wuhan , with its mayor Bill Peduto stating that `` Our office has reached out to the mayor of Wuhan , which is our sister city '' and promising that `` over the next two days we should be able to have a care package that has been put together . ''


There have been less than 2,850 deaths attributable to the coronavirus .

There have been at least 2,800 deaths attributable to the disease , including 70 outside mainland China , surpassing that of the 2003 SARS outbreak .


There have been at least 2,850 deaths attributable to the disease , including 70 outside mainland China , surpassing that of the 2003 SARS outbreak .


There have been more than 2,850 deaths attributable to the coronavirus .


Less than 3,900 people have died from coronavirus .

More than 3,800 people have died : more than 3,100 in mainland China and around 880 in all other countries .


More than 3,900 people have died : more than 3,100 in mainland China and around 880 in all other countries .


More than 3,900 people have died from coronavirus .


Amid suggestions that the governing party 's increasingly autocratic rule decreased oversight which contributed to the epidemic .

The governing party 's continued attempts to retain control via censorship and propaganda have fueled mistrust particularly among young individuals , amid suggestions that their increasingly autocratic rule decreased oversight which constributed to the epidemic .


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


More than 4,400 people have died from coronavirus of which 3,200 occurred in China .

More than 66,000 people have recovered and more than 4,400 have died ( 3,200 in China , or ~75 % of total deaths ) .The virus spreads between people in a similar way to influenza , via respiratory droplets from coughing or sneezing .


More than 66,000 people have recovered from the disease and more than 4,200 have died ( 3,200 in China , or ~75 % of total deaths ) .The virus spreads between people in a similar way to influenza , via respiratory droplets from coughing or sneezing .


Less than 4,400 people have died from coronavirus of which 3,200 occurred in China .


As the cluster of those affected has centered around a wholesale animal and fish market , it has led to the suspicion that the cause may be a novel coronavirus .

As the cluster of those affected have centred around a wholesale animal and fish market , which sells chickens , bats , marmots , and other wild animals , it has led to the suspicion that an animal source is responsible .


As the cluster of those affected have centred around a wholesale animal and fish market , which sells chickens , bats , marmots , and other wild animals , it has led to the suspicion that the cause maybe a novel coronavirus and an animal source is responsible .


Those afflicted by coronavirus may be asymptomatic .

Symptoms may include fever , cough , shortness of breath , and diarrhea , and may vary from slight to very severe .


Those afflicted may be asymptomatic , although those manifesting symptoms may have fever , cough , shortness of breath , and diarrhea , and may vary from slight to very severe .


On 20 January , the number of laboratory-confirmed cases of coronavirus stands at 223 , including 219 in China .

China confirms sharp rise in cases of SARS-like virus across the country As of 20 January , the number of laboratory-confirmed cases stands at 223 , including 219 in China , two in Thailand , one in Japan and one in South Korea.广东确诊1例新型冠状病毒感染的肺炎病例


China confirms sharp rise in cases of SARS-like virus across the country As of 21 January , the number of laboratory-confirmed cases stands at 295 , including 291 in China , two in Thailand , one in Japan and one in South Korea.广东确诊1例新型冠状病毒感染的肺炎病例


On 21 January , the number of laboratory-confirmed cases of coronavirus stands at 295 , including 291 in China .


On 17 March 2020 , more than 190,000 cases of the disease have been reported in over 160 countries .

As of 17 March , more than 190,000 cases of the disease have been reported in over 160 countries and territories , resulting in more than 7,500 deaths and around 80,000 recoveries .


As of 17 March 2020 , more than 190,000 cases of the disease have been reported in over 160 countries and territories , resulting in more than 7,500 deaths and around 80,000 recoveries .


Face masks for the coronavirus have also been widely used by healthy people in South Korea ,

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


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


Chengdu reported its first laboratory-confirmed case of coronavirus .

Chongqing reported 5 laboratory-confirmed cases and Sichuan province reported its first laboratory-confirmed case .


In Sichuan province , Chongqing reported 5 laboratory-confirmed cases and Chengdu reported its first laboratory-confirmed case .


The number of laboratory-confirmed cases of COVID-19 in China stands at less than 463 .

China confirms sharp rise in cases of SARS-like virus across the country As of 22 January , the number of laboratory-confirmed cases stands at 462 , including 453 in mainland China , 4 in Thailand , one in Japan , one in South Korea , one in Taiwan , one in Macau and one in the United States.广东确诊1例新型冠状病毒感染的肺炎病例


China confirms sharp rise in cases of SARS-like virus across the country As of 22 January , the number of laboratory-confirmed cases stands at 463 , including 453 in mainland China , 4 in Thailand , one in Japan , one in South Korea , one in Taiwan , one in Macau , one in Hong Kong and one in the United States.广东确诊1例新型冠状病毒感染的肺炎病例


The number of laboratory-confirmed cases of COVID-19 in China stands at more than 462 .


Less than 3,250 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .

more than 3,200 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


more than 3,300 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


More than 3,250 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


Scientists from various universities published an article regarding animal association to COVID-19 in January 2020 .

On 22 January 2020 , scientists from Peking University , Guangxi Traditional Chinese Medical University , Ningbo University and Wuhan Biology Engineering College published an article , which after looking at `` humans , bats , chickens , hedgehogs , pangolins , and two species of snakes '' , concluded that the `` 2019‐nCoV appears to be a recombinant virus between the bat coronavirus and an origin‐unknown coronavirus '' ... and ... `` snake is the most probable wildlife animal reservoir for the 2019‐nCoV '' which then transmitted to humans .


On 22 January , scientists from Peking University , Guangxi Traditional Chinese Medical University , Ningbo University and Wuhan Biology Engineering College published an article , which after looking at `` humans , bats , chickens , hedgehogs , pangolins , and two species of snakes '' , concluded that the `` 2019‐nCoV appears to be a recombinant virus between the bat coronavirus and an origin‐unknown coronavirus '' ... and ... `` snake is the most probable wildlife animal reservoir for the 2019‐nCoV '' which then transmitted to humans .


The incubation period of the coronavirus is between 2 to 14 days .

The incubation period ( time from exposure to developing symptoms ) of the virus up to 14 days and it remains contagious during this time .


The incubation period ( time from exposure to developing symptoms ) of the virus is between 2 to 14 days and it remains contagious during this time .


Northeastern University estimated less than 16,000 infections with less than 1,400 cases confirmed before January 25 , 2020 .

Imperial College estimated 4,000 cases with 440 confirmed by 21 January 2020 , Northeastern University estimated 12,700 infections with 1,320 cases confirmed by 24 January 2020.


Imperial College estimated 4,000 cases with 440 confirmed by 21 January 2020 , Northeastern University estimated 21,300 infections by 26 January 2020.


Northeastern University estimated more than 16,000 infections after January 25 , 2020 .


Under 170,500 cases of the virus have been reported worldwide .

over 170,000 cases have been reported worldwide ; more than 6,500 people have died ; and over 77,000 have recovered .


over 171,000 cases have been reported worldwide ; more than 6,500 people have died ; and over 77,000 have recovered .


Over 170,500 cases of the virus have been reported worldwide .


Fewer than 5,850 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .

more than 5,800 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


more than 5,900 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


More than 5,850 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19


The coronavirus was first identified in Wuhan , Hubei Province , China .

It is caused by SARS-CoV-2 , first identified in Wuhan , China . ,


It is caused by SARS-CoV-2 , first identified in Wuhan , Hubei Province , China . ,


COVID-19 is caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 ( SARS-CoV-2 ) .

The disease was first identified in Wuhan , Hubei , China in December 2019 .


The disease is caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 ( SARS-CoV-2 ) , first identified in Wuhan , Hubei , China in December 2019 .


More than 4,400 have died from the disease .

More than 4,500 have died ( 3,200 in China ) and over 67,000 people have recovered .


More than 4,300 have died from the disease ( 3,200 in China ) and 67,000 have recovered .


Fewer than 4,400 have died from the disease


Under 156,500 cases have been reported worldwide .

On 13 March , the WHO declared Europe to be the new centre of the pandemic , after the rate of new cases in Europe surpassed those recorded in other regions of the world.  , over 156,000 cases have been reported worldwide ; more than 5,800 people have died ; and over 75,000 have recovered .


On 13 March , the WHO declared Europe to be the new centre of the pandemic , after the rate of new cases in Europe surpassed those recorded in other regions of the world.  , over 157,000 cases have been reported worldwide ; more than 5,800 people have died ; and over 75,000 have recovered .


Over 156,500 cases have been reported worldwide .


Fewer than 230 people in countries outside China have died from the pandemic .

More than 3,200 people have died : almost 3,000 in mainland China and more than 220 in other countries .


More than 3,200 people have died : almost 3,000 in mainland China and about 240 in other countries .


More than 230 people in countries outside China have died from the pandemic .


This early into the outbreak , the tentative mortality rate is liable to change and should not be relied on to make important personal and governmental decisions .

However , it is also important to note that , this early into the outbreak , the tentative mortality rate is liable to change and should not be relied on to make important personal and governmental decisions.


However , it is also important to note that this early into the outbreak the tentative mortality rate is liable to change.


The governments of Australia , Belgium , Indonesia , New Zealand , the Philippines , South Korea , Thailand , and the United States are planning evacuation flights or have sent evacuation flights for their citizens .

===Evacuation of foreign diplomats and citizens from Wuhan===The governments of Australia , Belgium , Indonesia , New Zealand , the Philippines , South Korea , Thailand and the United States are planning evacuation flights or have sent evacuation flights for their citizens .


===Evacuation of foreign diplomats and citizens from Wuhan===Due to the effective lockdown of public transport in Wuhan and Hubei province , several countries have started to evacuate their citizens and/or diplomatic staff from the area , primarily through chartered flights pf the home nation that has been provided clearance by Chinese authorities .


Due to lockdown of public transport in Wuhan and Hubei , several countries have started evacuating their citizens and/or diplomatic staff .


Less than 519,500 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 200 countries and territories .

As of 26 March , more than 519,000 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 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 .


More than 519,500 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 200 countries and territories .


The impeachment was signed mostly from the Chinese Joseonjok living in South Korea .

Many Koreans signed petitions either calling for the impeachment of Moon over what they claimed is the government 's mishandling of the outbreak , or praising strongly his response ( allegedly mostly from the Chinese Joseonjok living in South Korea ) .


Many Koreans signed petitions either calling for the impeachment of Moon over what they claimed is the government 's mishandling of the outbreak , or praising strongly his response.


There were less than 78,000 confirmed cases , in Italy , with less than 7,800 deaths and less than 9,800 recoveries .

there were 74,386 confirmed cases , 7,503 deaths and 9,362 recoveries in Italy , with the majority of those cases occurring in the Lombardy region.


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 more than 78,000 confirmed cases in Italy , with more than 7,800 deaths and more than 9,800 recoveries .


Less than 37,594 cases have been confirmed worldwide .

As of 9 February , 37,593 cases have been confirmed worldwide , over 99 % in China proper .


As of 9 February , 37,596 cases have been confirmed worldwide , over 99 % in China proper .


More than 37,594 cases have been confirmed worldwide .


An article by the University of Hong Kong group published in The Lancet estimated that more than 75,000 individuals have been infected in Wuhan .

On 31 January 2020 , an article by the University of Hong Kong group published in The Lancet estimated that 75,815 individuals have been infected in Wuhan as of 25 January 2020.There are concerns about whether adequate medical personnel and equipment are available in regions affected by the outbreak for hospitals to correctly identify coronavirus cases instead of misdiagnosing suspected cases as `` severe pneumonia '' .


On 31 January 2020 , an article in The Lancet estimated that 75,815 individuals have been infected in Wuhan as of 25 January 2020.There are concerns about whether adequate medical personnel and equipment are available in regions affected by the outbreak for hospitals to correctly identify coronavirus cases instead of misdiagnosing suspected cases as `` severe pneumonia '' .


A study by researchers from South China Agricultural University regarding the genomes in COVID-19 in February 2020 .

A study by researchers from South China Agricultural University reported a 99 % identity 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.


In February 2020 , researchers from South China Agricultural University announced 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.


More than 31,500 cases have been confirmed , including in every province-level division of China .

Several vaccine approaches and antivirals are being investigated.  As of 7 February 2020 , 31,542 cases have been confirmed , including in every province-level division of China .


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


Less than 31,500 cases have been confirmed , including in every province-level division of China .


Approximately less than 24,570 cases have been confirmed , including in every province-level division of China .

As of 5 February 2020 , approximately 24,569 cases have been confirmed , including in every province-level division of China .


As of 5 February 2020 , approximately 24,582 cases have been confirmed , including in every province-level division of China .


Approximately more than 24,570 cases have been confirmed , including in every province-level division of China .


Tedros disagreed with recommendations from other agencies regarding COVID-19 .

Tedros states that `` there is no reason for measures that unnecessarily interfere with international travel and trade '' and that `` WHO does n't recommend limiting trade and movement '' .


Unlike the recommendations of other agencies , Tedros states that `` there is no reason for measures that unnecessarily interfere with international travel and trade '' and that `` WHO does n't recommend limiting trade and movement '' .


ZeroHedge suggested that a team of scientists providing scientists with contact information .

ZeroHedge reported that a team of scientists at the Wuhan Institute of Virology researched the novel coronavirus ' potential as a biological agent .


ZeroHedge suggested that a team of scientists at the Wuhan Institute of Virology researched the novel coronavirus ' potential as a biological agent , providing the scientists ' contact information for others to `` pay [ the Chinese scientist ] a visit . ''


A colleague of Attilio Fontana called Conte 's statement about revoking regional health powers fascist .

In response to a statement by Conte that the central government may need to `` revoke regional health policy powers , '' President of Lombardy Attilio Fontana pushed back on the remark with a colleague calling Conte 's statement `` fascist '' and `` talking nonsense .


In response to a statement by Conte that the central government may need to `` revoke regional health policy powers , '' President of Lombardy Attilio Fontana called Conte 's statement `` fascist '' and `` talking nonsense .


President of Lombardy Attilio Fontana called Conte 's statement about revoking regional health powers fascist .


Droplets may still be contagious on metal , glass , or plastic surface even after disappearing from the air .

These only stay suspended in the air for a short time but may stay viable and contagious on a metal , glass or plastic surface .


Droplets only stay suspended in the air for a short time but may stay viable and contagious on metal , glass or plastic surface .


Extensive testing has revealed under 1,200 confirmed coronavirus cases in China .

Lisa Schnirring : WHO decision on nCoV emergency delayed as cases spike 23 January 2020 CIDRAP News , accessed 23 January 2020 Extensive testing has revealed over 1,100 confirmed cases in China , some of whom are healthcare workers .


Lisa Schnirring : WHO decision on nCoV emergency delayed as cases spike 23 January 2020 CIDRAP News , accessed 23 January 2020 Extensive testing has revealed over 1,200 confirmed cases in China , some of whom are healthcare workers .


Extensive testing has revealed over 1,200 confirmed coronavirus cases in China .


More than 37,600 coronavirus cases have been confirmed , of which more than 6,180 are serious .

As of 9 February 2020 , 37,612 cases have been confirmed ( 6,198 serious ) , including in every province-level division of China .


As of 9 February 2020 , 37,593 cases have been confirmed ( 6,106 serious ) , including in every province-level division of China .


Less than 37,600 coronavirus cases have been confirmed , of which less than 6,110 are serious .


Less than 43,100 coronavirus cases have been confirmed , including in every province of China .

As of 11 February 2020 , 43,099 cases have been confirmed ( 6,495 serious ) , including in every province-level division of China .


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


More than 43,100 coronavirus cases have been confirmed , including in every province of China .


Less than 28,284 coronavirus cases have been confirmed , including in every province of China .

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


As of 6 February 2020 , 28,284 cases have been confirmed , including in every province-level division of China .


More than 28,283 coronavirus cases have been confirmed , including in every province of China .


There have been fewer than 66 coronavirus deaths outside mainland China .

There have been 2,811 deaths attributable to the disease , including 65 outside mainland China , surpassing that of the 2003 SARS outbreak .


There have been 2,811 deaths attributable to the disease , including 67 outside mainland China , surpassing that of the 2003 SARS outbreak .


There have been more than 66 coronavirus deaths outside mainland China .


Dr. David Nabarro suggested that an aggressive approach by the WHO towards the coronavirus would be counterproductive .

Others including Dr. David Nabarro have defended this strategy in order `` to ensure Beijing 's co-operation in mounting an effective global response to the outbreak '' , noting direct criticism would be counterproductive .


Others including Dr. David Nabarro have defended this strategy in order `` to ensure Beijing 's co-operation in mounting an effective global response to the outbreak '' , suggesting that an aggressive approach by the WHO would be counterproductive .


Chinese authorities refer to `` backflow cases '' as people carrying the coronavirus back to China from elsewhere .

Chinese authorities call these `` backflow cases '' — people who contract the disease that originated in China outside the country , and bring it back .


Chinese authorities called these `` backflow cases '' — virus carriers who contract the disease outside China , then bring it back to their homeland .


The increase in confirmed cases in South Korea was attributed to a gathering in Daegu of the Shincheonji Church of Jesus .

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