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 coronavirus in China , was more than 462 , including one in Hong Kong as of January 22 , 2020 .

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


Globally , there have been fewer than 31,200 Covid-19 fatalities .

more than 664,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 30,800 deaths .


more than 664,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 200 countries and territories , resulting in more than 31,200 deaths .


Globally , there have been more than 31,200 Covid-19 fatalities .


By March 26 , there were fewer than 472,000 Covid-19 cases globally .

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


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


By March 26 , there were more than 472,000 Covid-19 cases globally .


The incubation period of 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 .


According to Northeastern University 's estimates , less than 15,000 people would be infected with coronavirus 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.


According to Northeastern University 's estimates , over 15,000 people would be infected with coronavirus by January 26 , 2020 .


Hubei Province of China discovered the origins of the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic caused by SARS-CoV-2 .

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 . ,


A novel coronavirus ( 2019-nCov ) was discovered in December 2019 .

A new coronavirus , designated 2019-nCov , was identified in Wuhan , Hubei province of China , after numerous people in the city fell ill with pneumonia without a clear cause and did not respond to existing treatments .


A new coronavirus , designated 2019-nCov , was identified during December 2019 in Wuhan , Hubei province of China , after numerous people in the city fell ill with pneumonia without a clear cause and did not respond to existing treatments .


The mortality rate from coronavirus is an unreliable measure for making important personal and governmental decisions during the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic .

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.


By 14 February 2020 , the number of confirmed cases of coronavirus in China was under 64,468 .

As of 14 February 2020 , 64,464 cases have been confirmed ( 10,627 serious ) , including in every province-level division of China , but official figures may not have counted a large number of people who have yet to be detected .


As of 14 February 2020 , 64,470 cases have been confirmed ( 10,627 serious ) , including in every province-level division of China , but official figures may not have counted a large number of people who have yet to be detected .


By 14 February 2020 , the number of confirmed cases of coronavirus in China was over 64,468 .


More than 3,160 Covid-19 fatalities have been confirmed worldwide .

More than 3,160 people have died : about 2,900 in mainland China and over 200 in other countries .


More than 3,100 people have died : about 2,900 in mainland China and over 200 in other countries .


Less than 3,160 Covid-19 fatalities have been confirmed worldwide .


Over 190 countries and territories reported less than 531,500 cases of COVID-19 before March 27 , 2020 .

As of 26 March , more than 531,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 24,000 deaths and more than 123,000 recoveries .


As of 27 March , more than 532,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 24,000 deaths and more than 123,000 recoveries .


Over 190 countries and territories reported more than 531,500 cases of COVID-19 as of March 27 , 2020 .


Fewer than 92,880 Covid-19 occurrences have been reported , during the 2019–20 pandemic .

more than 92,000 cases have been confirmed , of which 7,100 ( 7.8 % ) were classified as serious .


more than 92,880 cases have been confirmed , of which 7,100 ( 7.8 % ) were classified as serious .


More than 92,880 Covid-19 occurrences have been reported , during the 2019–20 pandemic .


Over 200 countries and territories reported under 549,500 cases of COVID-19 as of March 27 , 2020 .

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


As of 27 March , more than 550,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 200 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 24,800 deaths and more than 128,000 recoveries .


Over 200 countries and territories reported over 549,500 cases of COVID-19 as of March 27 , 2020 .


A number of countries restricted travel to China , Italy , and Iran , due to the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic .

Several countries have issued advisories warning against travel to regions with ongoing community transmission .


Several countries have issued advisories warning against travel to regions with ongoing community transmission , such as Central China , Italy and Iran .


Italy reported fewer than 75,000 confirmed cases of coronavirus , under 8000 fatalities and less than 10,000 recoveries in 2020 .

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.


Italy reported over 75,000 confirmed cases of coronavirus , more than 8000 deaths and over 10,000 recoveries in 2020 .


The idea of coronavirus being airborne is considered false .

Respiratory droplets may also be produced during breathing out , including when talking , though the virus is not thought to be airborne .


Respiratory droplets may also be produced during breathing out , including when talking , though the virus is not thought to be airborne for extended time periods .


It 's believed that coronavirus is only airborne for a short time .


The total number of coronavirus cases globally is below 37,595 as of February 9 , 2020 .

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 .


The total number of coronavirus cases globally is over 37,595 as of February 9 , 2020 .


By March 22 , 2020 , over 318,000 Covid-19 cases had been confirmed worldwide .

As of 22 March , more than 318,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 188 countries and territories , resulting in more than 13,600 deaths and 96,000 recoveries .


As of 22 March , more than 315,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 188 countries and territories , resulting in more than 13,500 deaths and 95,000 recoveries .


By March 22 , 2020 , less than 318,000 Covid-19 cases had been confirmed worldwide .


The SARS-CoV-2 virus is the cause of coronavirus .

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


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


Officials from the United States accused Russia on 22 February from supporting anti-American and anti-CIA conspiracy theories .

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


U.S. President Donald Trump , Trump 's top economic adviser Larry Kudlow and some members of the United States Congress have been accused of spreading misinformation about the coronavirus.


U.S. President Donald Trump , Trump 's top economic adviser Larry Kudlow and some members of the United States Congress have received accusations for providing false data about the coronavirus .


China has less than 24,575 cases of coronavirus as of February 5 , 2020 .

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 .


China has more than 24,575 cases of coronavirus as of February 5 , 2020 .


By 24 March , over 401,000 cases of coronavirus had been confirmed .

As of 24 March , more than 401,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in more than 190 countries and territories , resulting in more than 17,400 deaths and more than 103,000 recoveries .


As of 24 March , more than 398,100 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in more than 190 countries and territories , resulting in more than 17,400 deaths and more than 103,000 recoveries .


In China , there have been over 3,000 deaths due to coronavirus .

At least 3,000 deaths have been attributed to the disease , most in mainland China with more than 130 deaths in other countries .


More than 3,000 deaths have been attributed to the disease , most in mainland China with more than 130 deaths in other countries .


On February 29 , there were more than 3,000 confirmed cases of coronavirus .

On 28 February , over 2,000 confirmed cases were reported.


On 28 February , over 2,000 confirmed cases were reported , rising to over 3,150 on 29 February.


There have been less than 40,000 recovered cases from coronavirus .

More than 39,000 people have recovered .


More than 42,000 people have recovered .


There have been more than 40,000 recovered cases from coronavirus .


There have been more than 135 deaths from coronavirus outside China .

More than 2,900 people have died in mainland China and more than 138 have died in other countries .


More than 2,900 people have died in mainland China and more than 130 have died in other countries .


There have been less than 135 deaths from coronavirus outside China .


One of the ways in which coronavirus is transmitted is through sneezing .

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


The virus spreads between people in a way similar to influenza , via respiratory droplets from coughing .


There is a travel suspension in Europe that affects members of the Schengen Agreement ; this means that people from the United Kingdom , the Republic of Ireland , Croatia , Albania , and Belarus are excluded from this restriction .

The Department of Homeland Security clarified that this travel suspension only applied to the Schengen Area ; it does not apply to European countries that are not members of the Schengen Agreement , such as the United Kingdom , the Republic of Ireland , Croatia , Albania , or Belarus.


The estimated number of death due to coronavirus is 33,100 .

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


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


On 1 April it became public that China had failed to report the real number of coronavirus cases and deaths .

Per several media outlets it was reported that China has underreported its cases and deaths


Per several media outlets on 1 April , it was reported that China has underreported its cases and deaths


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


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


Originally , Coronavirus was spread from animals to people .

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


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


Coronavirus is mostly spread by infected people when they cough or sneeze .


Health authorities from Wuhan were the first to identify coronavirus .

It was first identified by health authorities in Wuhan , the capital of Hubei , China .


It was first identified in Wuhan , the capital of Hubei , China .


Less than 30 people have died from coronavirus outside mainland China .

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


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


More than 30 people have died from coronavirus outside mainland China .


Coronavirus has reached less than 61 territories .

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


more than 85,000 cases have been confirmed in 62 territories , of which 8,000 were classified as serious .


Coronavirus has reached more than 61 territories .


Less than 3,800 patients had recovered from coronavirus by 9 January .

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


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


More than 3,800 patients had recovered from coronavirus by 9 January .


There has been an increase in the needs of face masks .

This is because surgical masks were sold out .


This is because surgical masks were sold out and face mask needs are increasing .


Đỗ Xuân Tuyên was considering the closure of Vietnam 's border with China during the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic .

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


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


The first case of coronavirus in the Republic of China , Taiwan , was confirmed in a 50-year-old woman .

There have been four suspected cases since then , and confirmed cases on 20 and 24 January. On 21 January , the first case in the Republic of China ( Taiwan ) was confirmed in a 50-year-old woman who just returned to Taoyuan International Airport from her teaching job in Wuhan .


There have been four suspected cases since then , and confirmed cases on 20 and 24 January. On 21 January , the first case in Taiwan was confirmed in a 50-year-old woman who just returned to Taoyuan International Airport from her teaching job in Wuhan .


The US CDC issued a travel watch at level 1 during the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic .

The CDC later issued a travel watch at level 1 , and guidances and risk assessments were shortly posted by others including the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control and Public Health England .


The US CDC later issued a travel watch at level 1 , and guidances and risk assessments were shortly posted by others including the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control and Public Health England .


Before January 18 , the number of laboratory-confirmed cases of coronavirus stood at fewer than 55 , including less than 50 in China .

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


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


After January 17 , the number of laboratory-confirmed cases of coronavirus stood at over 55 , including more than 50 in China .


The Wuhan police threatened people through its official Weibo account .

The Wuhan police had originally stated through a post on its official Weibo account that `` eight people had been dealt with according to the law '' , later clarifying through Weibo that they had only given out `` education and criticism '' and refrained from harsher punishments such as `` warnings , fines , or detention . ''


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


China 's anti-corruption body will investigate issues involving Dr Li during the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic .


Less than 1,356 people have died of coronavirus during the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic .

1,355 deaths have been attributed to the virus .


1,357 deaths have been attributed to the virus .


More than 1,356 people have died of coronavirus during the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic .


Less than 1000 people have died of coronavirus during the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic .

910 deaths have been attributed to the virus .


1,013 deaths have been attributed to the virus .


More than 1000 people have died of coronavirus during the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic .


By 22 March , the number of confirmed cases of coronavirus in over 180 countries was higher than 332,000 .

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


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


The number of confirmed cases of coronavirus worldwide is higher than 147,000 .

more than 146,000 cases have been confirmed worldwide .


more than 147,000 cases have been confirmed worldwide .


Folding @ home has been developed by Stanford University during the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic .

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


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


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


By 22 March , the number of COVID-19 cases reported in more than 180 countries had surpassed 338,000 .

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


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


By 22 March , the number of reported cases of coronavirus in more than 180 countries was higher than 321,000 , with over 13,600 deaths .

As of 22 March , more than 321,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 180 countries and territories , resulting in more than 13,600 deaths and 96,000 recoveries .


As of 22 March , more than 318,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 160 countries and territories , resulting in more than 13,000 deaths and 96,000 recoveries .


As the quality of healthcare improved , estimates for the CFR in China decreased from 17.3 % to 0.7 % during the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic .

The infection mortality rate ( IFR ) incorporates a further adjustment to allow for undiagnosed and/or asymptomatic infections ; as at 22 March 2020 it has been estimated at 0.20 % . `` Global Covid-19 Case Fatality Rates '' The Centre for Evidence-Based Medicine , Oxford University , retrieved 25 March 2020Over time , estimates for the CFR in China decreased markedly from 17.3 % ( for those with symptom onset 1–10 January 2020 ) to 0.7 % ( for those with symptom onset after 1 February 2020 ) as the quality of healthcare improved.


The infection mortality rate ( IFR ) incorporates a further adjustment to allow for undiagnosed and/or asymptomatic infections ; as at 22 March 2020 it has been estimated at 0.20 % . `` Global Covid-19 Case Fatality Rates '' The Centre for Evidence-Based Medicine , Oxford University , retrieved 25 March 2020Over time , estimates for the CFR in China decreased markedly from 17.3 % ( for those with symptom onset 1–10 January 2020 ) to 0.7 % ( for those with symptom onset after 1 February 2020 ) .


COVID-19 has caused under 3,450 deaths during the 2019–20 pandemic .

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


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


COVID-19 has caused over 3,450 deaths during the 2019–20 pandemic .


The WHO has labelled coronavirus as a controlled pandemic in 2020 .


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


By 21 March , the number of coronavirus cases in over 180 countries was higher than 300,000 .

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


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


There have been less than 10,000 confirmed cases of coronavirus in the U.S. including under 160 were deaths .

The number of confirmed cases in the U.S. rose to 9,486 , with 157 deaths .


The number of confirmed cases in the U.S. rose to 11,597 , with 171 deaths .


There have been more than 10,000 confirmed cases of coronavirus in the U.S. including over 160 were deaths .


There have been less than 5,500 confirmed cases of coronavirus in the U.S. including under 97 were deaths .

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


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


There have been more than 5,500 confirmed cases of coronavirus in the U.S. including over 96 were deaths .


John Mackenzie , a senior expert at WHO , accused China of keeping the figures quiet during the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic .

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


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


By 14 March , the number of confirmed cases of coronavirus in approximately 140 countries was higher than 156,000 , with an estimate of 75,000 recoveries .

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


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


By 20 March , the number of confirmed cases of coronavirus in more than 184 countries had surpassed 274,000 .

As of 20 March , more than 272,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 184 countries and territories , resulting in more than 11,300 deaths and 90,000 recoveries .


As of 20 March , more than 274,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 184 countries and territories , resulting in more than 11,300 deaths and 90,000 recoveries .


Chinese Community Party is in charge of the Central Political and Legal Affairs Commission .

One day later , the Central Political and Legal Affairs Commission of the Chinese Communist Party , the most powerful political organ in China overseeing legal enforcement and the police , wrote `` self-deception will only make the epidemic worse and turn a natural disaster that was controllable into a man-made disaster at great cost , '' and `` only openness can minimise panic to the greatest extent . ''


One day later , the Central Political and Legal Affairs Commission , the most powerful political organ in China overseeing legal enforcement and the police , wrote `` self-deception will only make the epidemic worse and turn a natural disaster that was controllable into a man-made disaster at great cost , '' and `` only openness can minimise panic to the greatest extent . ''


By 25 March , the number of confirmed cases of coronavirus in over 190 countries had surpassed 423,000 .

As of 25 March , more than 422,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in more than 190 countries and territories , resulting in more than 18,900 deaths and more than 109,000 recoveries .


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


By 7 February 2020 , the number of cases of coronavirus was lower than 31,490 .

As of 7 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 4,824 ( 15 % ) out of 31,481 with 1,563 having recovered.


As of 7 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 4,824 ( 15 % ) out of 31,500 with 1,563 having recovered.


By 7 February 2020 , the number of cases of coronavirus was higher than 31,490 .


Coronavirus has reached approximately 200 countries and regions .

more than 664,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in around 200 countries and territories , resulting in more than 30,800 deaths .


more than 664,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 30,800 deaths .


Europe had more number of new daily cases of coronavirus than China by March 13 , 2020 .

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


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


By 9 February , less than 37,600 coronavirus cases had been confirmed out of which less than 6,150 were serious .

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


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


By 9 February , more than 37,600 coronavirus cases had been confirmed out of which more than 6,150 were serious .


More than 273 people have died as a result of Covid-19 outside of China in 2019-20 .

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


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


Fewer than 273 people have died as a result of Covid-19 outside of China in 2019-20 .


By February 19 , 2020 , fewer than 75,250 Covid-19 cases had been reported in China .

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


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


By February 19 , 2020 , more than 75,250 Covid-19 cases had been reported in China .


On January 2019 , a second Covid-19 case was reported .

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


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


On January 2020 , a second Covid-19 case was reported .


Fewer than 6 Covid-19 fatalities occurred outside China during the 2019-20 pandemic .

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


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


More than 6 Covid-19 fatalities occurred outside China during the 2019-20 pandemic .


Toronto had its first confirmed case of coronavirus on January 25 .

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


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


Toronto had its first presumptive positive case of coronavirus on January 25 .


Wang Mengyum was the name of the Chinese travel blogger who had a bat soup on a video in 2016 .

The widely circulated video features Chinese travel vlogger Wang Mengyun eating bat soup in the island country Palau in 2016 .


The widely circulated video features a Chinese travel vlogger eating bat soup in the island country Palau in 2016 .


Casinos were ordered to close on 4 February 2020 .

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


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


The coronavirus was dismissed as a public health emergency of international concern by the WHO on 23 January 2020 , thought the decision could be revisited if necessary .

On 23 January 2020 , the World Health Organization ( WHO ) decided against declaring the outbreak a public health emergency of international concern , but said that their emergency committee would quickly reconvene to review the decision if necessary .


On 20 January 2020 , Chinese premier Li Keqiang has urged decisive and effective efforts to prevent and control the epidemic .


On 20 January 2020 , Li Keqiang demanded the implementation of preventive and control measures .


Li Keqiang has demanded the implementation of preventive and control measures .

Chinese premier Li Keqiang has urged decisive and effective efforts to prevent and control the epidemic .


The sudden increase in occurrences of the disease has raised questions relating to its origin , wildlife trade , uncertainties surrounding the virus 's ability to spread and cause harm , whether the virus has been circulating for longer than previously thought , and the possibility of the outbreak being a super-spreader event .


Several questions were raised as a result of the coronavirus outbreak including where it comes from , how it spreads and causes harm , and how long has it been around for , among others .


According to Hu Xijin , the government of Wuhan had a slow reaction to coronavirus .

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


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


A major Covid-19 epidemic occurred in Central China .

More than 70 countries and territories have been affected , with major outbreaks in central China , South Korea , Italy and Iran .


More than 70 countries and territories have been affected , with major outbreaks in China , South Korea , Italy and Iran .


Several countries have restricted travel to China during the coronavirus .

A number of countries have issued warnings against travel to Wuhan and Hubei .


A number of countries have issued warnings against travel to Wuhan , Hubei , and China generally .


South Korea was one of the countries that had experienced a major outbreak of coronavirus by 18 March 2020 .

As of 18 March 2020 , more than 206,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in at least 170 countries and territories , with major outbreaks in mainland China , Europe , Iran , and South Korea .


As of 18 March 2020 , more than 206,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in at least 170 countries and territories , with major outbreaks in China , Iran and the European Union .


As of February 7 , 2020 , under 31,520 coronavirus instances are reported in China .

Several vaccine approaches and antivirals are being investigated.  As of 7 February 2020 , 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 , 31,532 cases have been confirmed , including in every province-level division of China .


As of February 7 , 2020 , over 31,520 coronavirus instances are reported in China .


There had been less than 375,000 confirmed cases of COVID-19 worldwide by March 23 .

As of 23 March , more than 374,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in more than 16,400 deaths and over 101,000 recoveries .


As of 24 March , more than 378,000 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 .


There had been more than 375,000 confirmed cases of COVID-19 worldwide by March 24 .


Professor Neil Ferguson is the head of the Imperial College study on coronavirus .

According to the Imperial College study , social distancing and other measures would be required “ until a vaccine becomes available ( potentially 18 months or more ) ” .


According to the Imperial College study led by Professor Neil Ferguson , social distancing and other measures would be required “ until a vaccine becomes available ( potentially 18 months or more ) ” .


COVID-19 cases were reported in more than 190 countries .

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


As of 22 March , more than 337,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in more than 14,400 deaths and 96,000 recoveries .


U.S. businesses were cutting down operating hours to counter COVID-19 .

Per media reports on 15 March , many businesses are closing or reducing hours throughout the U.S.


Per media reports on 15 March , many businesses are closing or reducing hours throughout the U.S. to try to combat the virus.


The Chinese government distributed pork to its citizens to ensure they were properly nourished while food supplies were low .

Empty food shelves were only encountered temporarily , even in Wuhan city , while government officials released large amount of pork reserves to assure sufficient nourishment of the population .


Empty food shelves were only encountered temporarily , even in Wuhan city , while Chinese government officials released pork reserves to assure sufficient nourishment of the population .


By February 3 , 2020 , Turkey canceled travels from China until the end of the month , due to the coronavirus pandemic .

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


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


Less than 49 coronavirus cases have been reported outside mainland China .

There have been 2,764 deaths attributable to the disease , including 48 outside mainland China , surpassing that of the 2003 SARS outbreak .


There have been 2,764 deaths attributable to the disease , including 49 outside mainland China , surpassing that of the 2003 SARS outbreak .


More than 48 coronavirus cases have been reported outside mainland China .


Company shares fell due to the 2019-20 Covid-19 uncertainties .

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


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


After March 13 , 2020 , a 55-year-old was announced as Hubei 's initial Covid-19 case .

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


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


On March 13 , 2020 , a 55-year-old is announced as Hubei 's initial Covid-19 case .


Globally , more than 3,325 coronavirus related fatalities have been reported .

More than 3,350 people have died : just over 3,000 in mainland China and more than 350 in other countries .


More than 3,300 people have died : just over 3,000 in mainland China and more than 350 in other countries .


Globally , less than 3,325 coronavirus related fatalities have been reported .


As of February 24 , 2020 , fewer than 79,600 coronavirus cases have been reported globally .

As of 24 February , 79,573 cases have been confirmed worldwide , over 98.4 % in mainland China .


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


As of February 24 , 2020 , more than 79,600 coronavirus cases have been reported globally .


By March 26 , 2020 , fewer than 470,000 Covid-19 occurrences have been confirmed worldwide .

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 21,200 deaths and more than 114,000 recoveries .


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


By March 26 , 2020 , more than 470,000 Covid-19 occurrences have been confirmed worldwide .


Fewer than 6,165 Covid-19 occurrences have been reported in China by January 29 , 2020 .

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


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


More than 6,165 Covid-19 occurrences have been reported in China by January 29 , 2020 .


Canada sent 16 tons of medical material to China during the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic .

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


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


The World Health Organization designated COVID-19 as a manageable pandemic .

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


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


After December 2019 , COVID-19 had spread to more than 100 countries .

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


First identified in Wuhan , Hubei , China , in December 2019 , the outbreak spread to over 100 countries before being recognised as a pandemic by the World Health Organization ( WHO ) on 11 March 2020 .


Covid-19 may recur on patients that have recovered .


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


The COVID-19 pathogen may last less than 10 days on some surfaces .

Coronaviruses can survive for a few hours on surfaces .


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


A novel coronavirus , identified as 2019-nCoV , was discovered at the beginning of December 2019 .

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


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


Fewer than 43,100 Covid-19 occurrences had been reported globally as of February 10 , 2020 .

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


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


More than 43,100 Covid-19 occurrences had been reported globally as of February 10 , 2020 .


China has reportedly bought a year 's worth of Iran 's mask production capacity , according to an advisor of the Iranian medical industry forum .

An Iranian medical industry forum adviser said China bought the entire Iranian mask production for one year .


Surgical masks are not recommended by the CDC as a preventive measure by the general public .


The CDC advised against the use of surgical masks by the general public .


By February 8 , 2020 , total Covid-19 occurrences were fewer than 36,000 .

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


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


By February 8 , 2020 , total Covid-19 occurrences were more than 36,000 .


China had less than 67,000 coronavirus cases by February 14 , 2020 .

As of 14 February 2020 , 66,894 cases have been confirmed ( 10,627 serious ) , including in every province-level division of China , but official figures may not have counted a large number of people who have yet to be detected .


As of 14 February 2020 , 67,100 cases have been confirmed ( 10,627 serious ) , including in every province-level division of China , but official figures may not have counted a large number of people who have yet to be detected .


China had more than 67,000 coronavirus cases by February 14 , 2020 .


Covid-19 was initially discovered after November 2019 .

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


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


COVID-19 was initially discovered in November 2019 .


Over 92,050 COVID-19 occurrences have been reported .

more than 92,100 cases have been confirmed , of which 8,000 ( 8.8 % ) were classified as serious .


more than 92,000 cases have been confirmed , of which 8,000 ( 8.8 % ) were classified as serious .


Under 92,050 COVID-19 occurrences have been reported .


The lockdown of Wenzhou , Zhejiang , was scheduled to end on 8 February .

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


There are 54 highway checkpoints in Wenzhou , Zhejiang , of which 46 were closed on 2 February 2020 .


There is a 95 % probability that the number of transmission from a single Covid-19 case is between 3.8 and 8.9 .

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


Air travel between Italy and China was suspended on January 30 , 2020 .

On 30 January 2020 Italian government announced the clousure of all passenger air traffic between Italy and China .


On 30 January 2020 Belgium , Greece and Italy closed all Schengen Visa application centres in China .


The Schengen Visa application centers in China were shut down on January 30 , 2020 .


An old coronavirus , designated 2019-nCoV , was identified in Wuhan , the capital of China 's Hubei province , after people developed pneumonia without a clear cause , and for which existing treatments were not effective .


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


Covid-19 related prejudice against East Asians has been reported during the 2019-20 pandemic .

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


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


China had reported less than 11,950 coronavirus cases by January 31 , 2020 .

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


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


China had reported more than 11,950 coronavirus cases by February 1 , 2020 .


Xi Jinping is the general secretary of the Chinese Communist Party .

This has been attributed to the censorship modus operandi of the country 's press and internet , with some noting that it was exacerbated by Chinese Communist Party general secretary Xi Jinping 's crackdown on independent oversight ( journalism , social media , nongovernmental organisations , the legal profession ) that left senior officials with inaccurate information on the outbreak .


This has been attributed to the censorship modus operandi of the country 's press and internet , with some noting that it was exacerbated by China 's paramount leader Xi Jinping 's crackdown on independent oversight ( journalism , social media , nongovernmental organisations , the legal profession ) that left senior officials with inaccurate information on the outbreak .


Measures against COVID-19 include the containment of a British cruise ship .

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


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


K-12 institutions have been suspended over Covid-19 fears caused by the 2019–20 pandemic .

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


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


COVID-19 manifestations include diarrhea amongst other common symptoms .

Symptoms may include fever , cough , diarrhoea , and shortness of breath .


Symptoms may include fever , cough , and shortness of breath .


Respirators are specially designed masks that protect the wearer by filtering the particles in the air .

Masks designed to protect the wearer are technically `` respirators '' , though calling them `` masks '' is common .


Masks which are to a higher degree designed to protect the wearer filter out airborne particles to a significant degree and are commonly referred to as `` respirators '' , though they may also be referred to as masks .


Iran 's Parliament had 23 of its 290 members infected with the coronavirus as of March 3 , 2020 .

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


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


Less than 16,200 people died from coronavirus globally by March 23 , 2020 .

As of 23 March , more than 366,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in more than 16,100 deaths and over 101,000 recoveries .


As of 23 March , more than 366,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in more than 16,300 deaths and over 101,000 recoveries .


More than 16,200 people died from coronavirus globally by March 23 , 2020 .


Beginning February 10 , 2020 , COVID-19 occurrences were fewer than 43,100 .

As of 10 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 6,495 ( 16 % ) out of 43,099 with 4,041 having recovered.


As of 10 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 6,495 ( 16 % ) out of 43,102 with 4,041 having recovered.


Beginning February 10 , 2020 , COVID-19 occurrences were more than 43,100 .


There were less than 390,000 COVID-19 cases worldwide by March 24 , 2020 .

As of 24 March , more than 386,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in more than 190 countries and territories , resulting in more than 16,700 deaths and more than 102,000 recoveries .


As of 24 March , more than 391,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in more than 190 countries and territories , resulting in more than 16,700 deaths and more than 102,000 recoveries .


There were more than 390,000 COVID-19 cases worldwide by March 24 , 2020 .


There have been fewer than 10,000 COVID-19 fatalities in the U.S from less than 300,000 cases .

277,475 cases have been confirmed in the United States , and 7,402 people have died .


400,335 cases have been confirmed in the United States , and 12,841 people have died .


There have been more than 10,000 COVID-19 fatalities in the U.S from more than 300,000 cases .


There has been discrimination against people from East Asia as a result of the coronavirus .

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


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


There were less than 225,500 COVID-19 cases in more than 150 countries by March 19 , 2020 .

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


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


There were more than 225,500 COVID-19 cases in more than 150 countries by March 19 , 2020 .


China has reported 20,709 Covid-19 occurrences as of February 4 , 2020 .

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


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


China has reported less than 20,709 Covid-19 cases , as of February 4 , 2020 .


South Korea accused Japan of making `` ambiguous and passive quarantine efforts , '' which deteriorated the diplomatic relations between the two countries .

Local governments take the lead , collaborate , and improvise to manage crisisState waives some provisions of Open Meetings Law amid pandemic concerns


Local governments take the lead , collaborate , and improvise to manage crisisState waives some provisions of Open Meetings Law amid pandemic concernsDiplomatic relations between Japan and South Korea worsened , as South Korea criticised Japan 's `` ambiguous and passive quarantine efforts '' .


There had been less than 9,250 deaths related to COVID-19 in more than 150 countries by March 19 , 2020 .

As of 19 March , more than 227,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 150 countries and territories , resulting in more than 9,200 deaths and 85,000 recoveries .


As of 19 March , more than 227,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 150 countries and territories , resulting in more than 9,300 deaths and 85,000 recoveries .


There had been more than 9,250 deaths related to COVID-19 in more than 150 countries by March 19 , 2020 .


Schools in Hong Kong were kept closed after the New Year holiday due to the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic .

Hong Kong 's Chief Executive Carrie Lam declared an emergency at a press conference on 25 January , saying the government will close primary and secondary schools for two more weeks on top of the previously scheduled New Year holiday , pushing the date for school reopening to 17 February .


Hong Kong 's Chief Executive Carrie Lam declared an emergency at a press conference on 25 January , saying the government will close primary and secondary schools for two more weeks on top of the previously scheduled Lunar New Year holiday , pushing the date for school reopening to 17 February .


Schools in Hong Kong were kept closed after the Lunar New Year holiday due to the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic .


The Cochrane Library argued that early containment measures can impede the spread of COVID-19 .

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


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


China had reported less than 32,000 coronavirus cases by February 7 , 2020 .

As of 7 February 2020 , 31,532 cases have been confirmed , including in every province-level division of China .


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


China had reported more than 32,000 coronavirus cases by February 7 , 2020 .


The evidence regarding the similarity between the genome sequence of coronavirus in pangolins and in humans was kept private .

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


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


There were less than 40,620 cases of coronavirus by February 10 , 2020 .

As of 10 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 6,494 ( 16 % ) out of 40,614 with 3,324 having recovered.


As of 10 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 6,494 ( 16 % ) out of 40,623 with 3,324 having recovered.


There were more than 40,620 cases of coronavirus by February 10 , 2020 .


There 's an epidemiological relationship between the Huanan Seafood Market and the origin of the coronavirus pandemic .

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


It is thought to have a zoonotic origin .


China had reported less than 31,000 coronavirus cases by February 7 , 2020 .

Traditional Chinese medicinals are also being evaluated.  of 7 February 2020 , 30,817 cases have been confirmed by the Chinese government , including in every province-level division of China .


Traditional Chinese medicinals are also being evaluated.  of 7 February 2020 , 31,439 cases have been confirmed by the Chinese government , including in every province-level division of China .


China had reported more than 31,000 coronavirus cases by February 7 , 2020 .


Less than 3,000 people have recovered from coronavirus .

910 deaths have been attributed to the virus since the first confirmed death on 9 January , with 2,688 recoveries .


910 deaths have been attributed to the virus since the first confirmed death on 9 January , with 3,322 recoveries .


More than 3,000 people have recovered from coronavirus .


China had reported less than 50,000 coronavirus cases by February 12 , 2020 .

As of 12 February 2020 , 45,204 cases have been confirmed ( 7,345 serious ) , including in every province-level division of China .


As of 12 February 2020 , 60,017 cases have been confirmed ( 7,345 serious ) , including in every province-level division of China .


China had reported more than 50,000 coronavirus cases by February 12 , 2020 .


8,000 out of the over 89,000 confirmed cases of coronavirus have been classified as serious .

more than 89,000 cases have been confirmed , of which 8,000 were classified as serious .


It is caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus and was first identified in Wuhan , Hubei , China . ,


The coronavirus pandemic started in Wuhan , Hubei , China , and it is caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus .


The coronavirus pandemic has spread to more than 65 territories , of which mainland China , South Korea , Italy , and Iran have been the most affected ones .

More than 65 territories have been affected with the largest number of cases in mainland China , South Korea , Italy and Iran .


The number of deaths due to coronavirus in mainland China has surpassed 2,900 , and there have been over 130 more in other countries .

More than 2,900 people have died in mainland China and more than 130 have died in other countries .


Beginning February 20 , fewer than 75,750 COVID-19 occurrences are reported globally .

As of 20 February , 75,727 cases have been confirmed worldwide , over 98 % in mainland China .


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


Beginning February 20 , more than 75,750 COVID-19 occurrences are reported globally .


After February 22 , 2020 , the asymptomatic spreading of COVID-19 was still hazy .

However , as of 27 February 2019 , the extent to which asymptomatic transmission can occur remains unclear .


However , as of 17 February 2019 , the extent to which asymptomatic transmission can occur remains unclear .


Before February 22 , 2020 , the asymptomatic spreading of COVID-19 was still hazy .


Covid-19 can still be transmitted in its tail-end stages .

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


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


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


There is no known vaccine or specific antiviral treatment .


Favipiravir , ribavirin , remdesivir , and galidesivir are some of the compounds under investigation for treating coronavirus .

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


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


A lockdown was declared in Wuhan due to the Covid-19 outbreak , effective 10 AM on January 23 , 2020 .

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


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


Before February 10 , 2020 , China has reported 40,553 Covid-19 occurrences .

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


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


By February 10 , 2020 , China has reported 40,553 Covid-19 occurrences .


The measures taken in China to contain coronavirus were described as the most ambitious , agile , and aggressive of all time by the director of the WHO .

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


The director of WHO Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus `` congratulated '' Chinese government `` for the extraordinary measures it has taken to contain the outbreak '' , and a later report described China 's response as `` perhaps the most ambitious , agile and aggressive disease containment effort in history '' .


A video clip , where a woman was seen eating a bat , had erroneously been associated with the Covid-19 outbreak .

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


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


The WHO believes that the coronavirus pandemic , which started in early December 2019 , can be controlled .

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


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


It is still unclear if the coronavirus is transmittable during the incubation period .

The incubation period ( time from exposure to developing symptoms ) of the virus is between 2 and 10 days and it remains contagious during this time .


The incubation period ( time from exposure to developing symptoms ) of the virus is between 2 and 10 days and it remains to be determined if it is contagious during this time .


On January 22 , 2020 , a Bavarian individual contracted COVID-19 from a Chinese businessman .

The first local transmission of the virus outside China occurred in Vietnam from a father to his son , whereas the first local transmission not involving family occurred in Bavaria , Germany on January 22 from a Chinese business visitor to a German colleague at a meeting .


The first local transmission of the virus outside China occurred in Vietnam from a father to his son , whereas the first local transmission not involving family occurred in Bavaria , Germany on January 22 when a Bavarian man contracted the disease from a Chinese business visitor at a meeting in Germany .


Arabic media writers have theorized that the 2019-20 COVID-19 pandemic originated in the US .

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


COVID-19 has claimed less than 2,765 lives by February 26 , 2020 .

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


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


COVID-19 has claimed more than 2,765 lives by February 26 , 2020 .


Confirmed COVID-19 cases were less than 80,000 before February 25 , 2020 , globally .

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


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


Confirmed COVID-19 cases were more than 80,000 after February 24 , 2020 , globally .


Less than 440 people died from COVID-19 in countries outside of China in 2020 .

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


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


More than 440 people died from COVID-19 in countries outside of China in 2020 .


Less than 1950 people had COVID 19 in China , during the 2019–20 pandemic .

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


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


More than 1950 people had COVID 19 in China , during the 2019–20 pandemic .


Italy had less than 30,000 confirmed cases of COVID 19 of which under 2800 recovered and less than 2300 resulted in death in 2020 .

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


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


Italy had more than 30,000 confirmed cases of COVID 19 of which over 2800 recovered and more than 2300 resulted in death in 2020 .


Mainland China had over 300 cases of coronavirus by January 21 , 2020 .

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


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


Cases in Shanghai and Zhejiang brought the total of coronavirus cases to 298 in China , during the 2029-20 pandemic .

State media reports more laboratory-confirmed cases , bringing the total number of laboratory-confirmed cases in China to 298 and the death toll to six .


State media reports more laboratory-confirmed cases in Shanghai and Zhejiang , bringing the total number of laboratory-confirmed cases in China to 298 and the death toll to six .


Two men in Japan and a man in South Korea have contracted COVID-19 , during 2019–20 pandemic .

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


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


Less than two men in Japan have contracted COVID-19 , during 2019–20 pandemic .


Cases of coronavirus were lower than 581 , including less than two in Macau , globally as of January 23 , 2020 .

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


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


Cases of coronavirus were more than 580 , including more than one in Macau , globally as of January 23 , 2020 .


There has been one male patient of coronavirus in Singapore .

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


The total number of coronavirus cases was less than 75,500 before February 20 , 2020 .

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


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


The total number of coronavirus cases was more than 75,500 after February 19 , 2020 .


Coronavirus has resulted in less than 2100 deaths during the 2019–20 pandemic .

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


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


Coronavirus has resulted in more than 2100 deaths during the 2019–20 pandemic .


Hong Kong confirmed its first coronavirus case 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 .


During the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic Hubei Governor Wang Xiaodong came under scrutiny by claiming that 10.8 billion face masks were produced per year , by the province , while many believed the real number to be 1.8 billion .


Criticism was directed at Hubei Governor Wang Xiaodong after he twice claimed at a press conference that 10.8 billion face masks were produced each year in the province , rather than the accurate number of 1.8 billion .


Healthy people in Japan were using surgical masks as a precaution against the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic .

There is widespread use of surgical masks by healthy people in Hong Kong , Singapore and Malaysia .


There is widespread use of surgical masks by healthy people in Hong Kong , Japan , Singapore and Malaysia .


A Chinese person remained in quarantine in Katmandu after traveling from Wuhan .

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 person remained in quarantine in Katmandu after traveling from Wuhan .


A 44-year old man with Streptococcus pneumonia and influenza died of coronavirus in the Philippines on February 1 , 2020 .

The first death outside China was reported in the Philippines , when a 44-year-old man confirmed to have contracted the virus died on 1 February .


The first death outside China was reported in the Philippines , when a 44-year-old man confirmed to have contracted the coronavirus , Streptococcus pnemoniae and influenza died on 1 February .


Following the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic , the Roman Catholic Diocese of Rome closed their churches while the Archdiocese of New York kept theirs open .

With the Diocese of Rome closing its churches and chapels , Saint Peter 's Square is now empty of Christian pilgrims .


With the Roman Catholic Diocese of Rome closing its churches and chapels , Saint Peter 's Square is now empty of Christian pilgrims ; on the other hand the Archdiocese of New York , though cancelling services , has left its churches open for prayer .


Over 96,000 cases of coronavirus have been reported .

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


more than 96,000 cases have been confirmed , of which 7,100 were classified as serious .


The minimum number of estimated deaths due to coronavirus by March 13 was under 5,100 .

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 .


The minimum number of estimated deaths due to coronavirus by March 13 was over 5,000 .


There have been recorded over 48,000 recoveries from coronavirus .

More than 45,000 people have recovered .


More than 48,000 people have recovered .


Under 107,000 people have recovered from coronavirus globally in 2020 .

more than 407,000 cases have been reported worldwide ; more than 18,200 people have died and more than 104,000 have recovered.


more than 407,000 cases have been reported worldwide ; more than 18,200 people have died and more than 107,000 have recovered.


Over 107,000 people have recovered from coronavirus globally in 2020 .


On March 25 , 2020 the Prince of Wales tested positive for coronavirus .

On 25 March , the Prince of Wales tested positive for coronavirus , with Clarence House announcing that Prince Charles was displaying mild symptoms .


On 25 March , the Prince Charles tested positive for coronavirus , with Clarence House announcing that Prince Charles was displaying mild symptoms .


On March 25 , 2020 Prince Charles tested positive for coronavirus .


The coronavirus first emerged in Austria on February 25 , 2020 introduced by travelers .

Later official data shows that 6,174 SARS-CoV-2-infected patients had already developed symptoms by 20 January 2020.The virus was soon carried to other countries by international travellers : Thailand ( 13 January ) ; Japan ( 15 January ) ; Macau ( 19 January ) ; South Korea ( 20 January ) ; Taiwan and the United States ( 21 January ) ; Hong Kong ( 22 January ) ; Singapore ( 23 January ) ; France , Nepal , and Vietnam ( 24 January ) ; Australia and Malaysia ( 25 January ) ; Canada ( 26 January ) ; Cambodia ( 27 January ) ; Germany ( 28 January ) ; Finland , Sri Lanka , and the United Arab Emirates ( 29 January ) ; India , Italy , and the Philippines ( 30 January ) ; the United Kingdom , Russia , Sweden , and Spain ( 31 January ) ; Belgium ( 4 February ) ; Egypt ( 14 February ) ; Iran ( 19 February ) ; Israel and Lebanon ( 21 February ) ; Afghanistan , Bahrain , Kuwait , Iraq , and Oman ( 24 February ) ; Croatia , and Switzerland ( 25 February ) .


Later official data shows that 6,174 SARS-CoV-2-infected patients had already developed symptoms by 20 January 2020.The virus was soon carried to other countries by international travellers : Thailand ( 13 January ) ; Japan ( 15 January ) ; Macau ( 19 January ) ; South Korea ( 20 January ) ; Taiwan and the United States ( 21 January ) ; Hong Kong ( 22 January ) ; Singapore ( 23 January ) ; France , Nepal , and Vietnam ( 24 January ) ; Australia and Malaysia ( 25 January ) ; Canada ( 26 January ) ; Cambodia ( 27 January ) ; Germany ( 28 January ) ; Finland , Sri Lanka , and the United Arab Emirates ( 29 January ) ; India , Italy , and the Philippines ( 30 January ) ; the United Kingdom , Russia , Sweden , and Spain ( 31 January ) ; Belgium ( 4 February ) ; Egypt ( 14 February ) ; Iran ( 19 February ) ; Israel and Lebanon ( 21 February ) ; Afghanistan , Bahrain , Kuwait , Iraq , and Oman ( 24 February ) ; Austria , Croatia , and Switzerland ( 25 February ) .


The Italian Radiological Society put together a database of imaging findings for confirmed cases during the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic .

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


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


The Human Rights Watch is an international advocacy group .

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 .


From less than 75,250 cases of coronavirus , fewer than 13,995 have recovered as of February 19 , 2020 .

As of 19 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 12,056 ( 16 % ) out of 75,210 with 13,994 having recovered.


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


From more than 75,250 cases of coronavirus , over 13,994 have recovered as of February 19 , 2020 .


Some scientists believe that the most likely natural reservoir of the 2019-nCoV is either a bird or a mammal .

On 22 January 2020 , scientists from Peking University , Guangxi Traditional Chinese Medical University , Ningbo University and Wuhan Biology Engineering College published an article , concluded that snake was the most likely natural reservoir for the 2019-nCoV . This is disputed by some other scientists.


On 22 January 2020 , scientists from Peking University , Guangxi Traditional Chinese Medical University , Ningbo University and Wuhan Biology Engineering College published an article , concluded that snake was the most likely natural reservoir for the 2019-nCoV . This is disputed by some other scientists , who argue that the wildlife reservoir must be bird or mammal.


The U.S. CDC has advised people suspected of being infected by coronavirus to stay at home to prevent the transmission of the disease during the 2019–20 pandemic .

If a person is suspected to be infected , to prevent transmission , the U.S. CDC recommends that the infected individual stay at home except to get medical care ; call ahead before visiting a healthcare provider ; wear a surgical face mask ( especially in public ) ; cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue ; regularly wash hands with soap and water ; and avoid sharing personal household items.


If a person is suspected to be infected , to prevent transmission , the Ministry of Health in Singapore recommends that the infected individual stay at home except to get medical care ; call ahead before visiting a healthcare provider ; wear a surgical face mask ( especially in public ) ; cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue ; regularly wash hands with soap and water ; and avoid sharing personal household items.


The Ministry of Health in Singapore has advised people suspected of being infected by coronavirus to stay at home to prevent the transmission of the disease during the 2019–20 pandemic .


Less than 200 countries and territories had under 631,000 coronavirus cases and fewer than 29,500 deaths during the 2019-20 pandemic .

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


more than 631,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 200 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 29,800 deaths .


More than 200 countries and territories had over 631,000 coronavirus cases and more than 29,500 deaths during the 2019-20 pandemic .


There are under 642,000 reported coronavirus cases during the 2019-20 pandemic .

more than 641,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 200 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 29,900 deaths .


more than 642,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 200 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 29,900 deaths .


There are over 642,000 reported coronavirus cases during the 2019-20 pandemic .


The 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic has reached 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 .


There are under 140,000 reported coronavirus recoveries during the 2019-20 pandemic .

More than 139,000 people have since recovered .


More than 140,000 people have since recovered .


There are over 140,000 reported coronavirus recoveries during the 2019-20 pandemic .


The CDC , the National Health Service ( NHS ) , and the WHO have provided hygienic measures due to the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic .

The CDC , the National Health Service ( NHS ) , and the WHO also advise individuals to avoid touching the eyes , nose , or mouth with unwashed hands .


Individuals are advised to avoid touching the eyes , nose , or mouth with unwashed hands .


Under 1,775 people had died from COVID-19 by February 17 , 2020 .

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


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


Over 1,774 people had died from COVID-19 by February 17 , 2020 .


Huanan Seafood Wholesale Market was linked to the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic .

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


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


As per the age analysis done in South Korea , a very low proportion of coronavirus cases affects people below 20 years of age during the 2019-20 pandemic .

Analysis by age , in China and South Korea , indicates that a very low proportion of cases occur in individuals below 20 years of age .


Analysis by age in China indicates that a relatively low proportion of cases occur in individuals below 20 years of age .


Misinformation about coronavirus during the 2019–20 pandemic has led to incidents of xenophobia and discrimination against East Asian people .

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


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


Misinformation about coronavirus during the 2019–20 pandemic has led to incidents of xenophobia and discrimination against Chinese people and against those perceived to be Chinese .


Complications may include pneumonia and acute respiratory distress syndrome .


Complications may include pneumonia , acute respiratory distress syndrome and death .


Screenings for the 2019-20 COVID-19 in New York City and the Netherlands have found a significant number of infections to be asymptomatic .

Screening for COVID-19 in pregnant women in New York City , and blood donors in the Netherlands , has also found that a significant number of infections may be asymptomatic such that the number of infections may be substantially higher than reported .


Screening for COVID-19 in pregnant women in New York City , and blood donors in the Netherlands , has also found a number of positive tests that may indicate infections may be higher than reported .


Police detained the parents of a Chinese toddler , who evaded quarantine , at Senai International Airport during the 2019–20 coronavirus .

They tried to escaped from hospital but later detained by police at airport.


They tried to escape from hospital , but were detained by police at Senai International Airport.


There were under 78,800 coronavirus cases by February 23 , 2020 , with fewer than 23,300 recovered cases .

As of 23 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 11,553 ( 14.7 % ) out of 78,773 with 23,121 having recovered.


As of 23 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 11,553 ( 14.7 % ) out of 78,987 with 23,332 having recovered.


There were over 78,800 coronavirus cases by February 23 , 2020 , with more than 23,300 recovered cases .


Following the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic , manufacturers have halted their production lines in Mainland China .

Some manufacturers have halted all their production lines in Mainland China Prime Minister Abe has considered using emergency funds to mitigate the outbreak 's impact on tourism , of which Chinese nationals account for 40 % .


Prime Minister Abe has considered using emergency funds to mitigate the outbreak 's impact on tourism , of which Chinese nationals account for 40 % .


There were less than 22 COVID-19 deaths outside Mainland China , during the 2019-20 pandemic .

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


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


There were more than 22 COVID-19 deaths outside Mainland China , during the 2019-20 pandemic .


The 2019-20 COVID-19 is possible through human-to-human transmission .

This was principally because of the risk of global spread , especially to low- and middle-income countries without a robust health system capable of performing surveillance.


This was principally because of the risk of global spread , especially to low- and middle-income countries without a robust health system capable of performing surveillance after the possibility for human-to-human transmission was confirmed.


The South China Morning Post reported that the coronavirus pandemic may have started earlier than November 17 , 2019 .

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.


Singapore had evacuated its citizens by February 1 , 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic .

As of 1 February , United States , Japan , South Korea , Jordan , Britain and Germany evacuated their citizens ( including citizens from other EU countries ) .Brazil , Czechia , India , Italy and Russia are considering similar measures .


As of 1 February , United States , Japan , South Korea , Jordan , Britain , Singapore and Germany evacuated their citizens ( including citizens from other EU countries ) .Brazil , Czechia , India , Italy and Russia are considering similar measures .


China had over 6,040 coronavirus cases by January 28 , 2020 .

As of January 28 , 2020 , approximately 6,061 cases have been confirmed including in every province of China except the Tibet Autonomous Region .


As of January 28 , 2020 , approximately 6,038 cases have been confirmed including in every province of China except the Tibet Autonomous Region .


China had under 6,040 coronavirus cases by January 28 , 2020 .


The National Supervisory Commission is China 's anti-corruption authority .

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 .


The estimates for the basic reproduction rate for coronavirus transmission start at below 2.0 and go up to more than 3.5 , during the 2019-20 pandemic .

The basic reproduction number for the human-to-human transmission of the virus has been estimated as between 1.4 and 3.8 by several research groups .


There have been various estimates for the basic reproduction number , ranging from 2.13 to 3.11 .


The estimates for the basic reproduction rate for coronavirus transmission start at above 2.0 and go up to below 3.5 , during the 2019-20 pandemic .


3 aircrafts stationed in Halim Perdanakusuma Air Force Base were prepared to evacuate Indonesian citizens on January 29 , 2020 during the coronavirus pandemic .

On 29 January , the Indonesian Air Force ( TNI-AU ) prepared three aircraft including two Boeing 737 and one C-130 Hercules , with a battalion of health experts to help evacuate Indonesian nationals and citizens from the city .


On 29 January , the Indonesian Air Force ( TNI-AU ) prepared three aircraft including two Boeing 737 and one C-130 Hercules stationed in Halim Perdanakusuma Air Force Base , with a battalion of health experts to help evacuate Indonesian nationals and citizens from the city .


China had less than 43,110 coronavirus cases by 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 had more than 43,110 coronavirus cases by February 11 , 2020 .


The total number of coronavirus cases in New York City had exceeded those from South Korea by 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 .


Less than 128,500 people have recovered from COVID-19 from over 190 countries and territories as of March 27 , 2020 .

As of 27 March , more than 559,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 25,200 deaths and more than 128,000 recoveries .


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


More than 128,500 people have recovered from COVID-19 from over 190 countries and territories as of March 27 , 2020 .


Less than 145 countries and territories have reported over 149,000 cases of coronavirus as of March 14 , 2020 .

As of 14 March , over 149,000 cases have been reported in around 140 countries and territories ; more than 5,600 people have died from the disease and over 73,000 have recovered .


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


More than 145 countries and territories have reported over 149,000 cases of coronavirus as of March 14 , 2020 .


Confirmed cases of coronavirus were less than 80,998 before February 26 , 2020 .

As of 25 February 2020 , around 80,995 cases have been confirmed , including in all provinces of China and forty other countries .


As of 26 February 2020 , 81,000 cases have been confirmed , including in all provinces of China and forty other countries .


Confirmed cases of coronavirus were more than 80,998 as of February 26 , 2020 .


COVID-19 caused more than 5650 deaths during the 2019–20 pandemic .

more than 5,700 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


more than 5,600 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


COVID-19 caused less than 5650 deaths during the 2019–20 pandemic .


Monoclonal antibodies could be effective against coronavirus according San Francisco based Vir Biotechnology .

San Francisco based Vir Biotechnology is evaluating if previously identified monoclonal antibodies ( mAbs ) are affective against the virus.


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


A vaccine to combat the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic will be tested on animals shortly .


China has donated over 40 tons of medical supplies and sent three medical teams to help Italy combat coronavirus in 2020 .

However , reports later asserted that China had sold back to Italy the same PPE Italy had donated to China .


However , some reports claimed that China had sold back to Italy the same PPE Italy had donated to China , but thus far China has already sent 3 medical teams and donated over 40 tons of medical supplies to Italy .


Coronavirus cases by January 20 , 2020 were below 222 , with less than 218 in China .

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


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


Coronavirus cases by January 20 were above 221 , with more than 217 in China .


In Vietnam , the first local COVID-19 transmission was from father to son , while in Germany it was transmitted by a Chinese business visitor at a meeting near Munich on January 22 , 2020 .

The first local transmission of the virus outside China occurred in Vietnam from a father to his son , whereas 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 near Munich .


The first local transmission of the virus outside China occurred in Vietnam between family members , with 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 .


Cebu City had a suspected coronavirus case of a child during the 2019-20 pandemic .

One suspected case involving a five-year old child was reported .


One suspected case involving a five-year old child was reported in Cebu City .


Italy witnessed over 26,000 confirmed coronavirus cases , more than 2,000 deaths and over 2,600 recoveries during the 2019–20 pandemic .

there were 27,980 confirmed cases , 2,158 deaths and 2,749 recoveries in Italy .


there were 24,747 confirmed cases , 1,809 deaths and 2,335 recoveries in Italy .


Italy witnessed under 26000 confirmed coronavirus cases , less than 2000 deaths and fewer than 2600 recoveries during the 2019–20 pandemic .


Less than 184,500 COVID-19 cases came to light from over 160 countries and territories , which resulted in less than 7200 deaths by March 16 , 2020 .

As of 16 March , more than 184,000 cases of the disease have been reported in over 160 countries and territories , resulting in more than 7,100 deaths and around 79,000 recoveries .


As of 16 March , more than 185,000 cases of the disease have been reported in over 160 countries and territories , resulting in more than 7,300 deaths and around 79,000 recoveries .