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


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 .


Less than 49,000 people have recovered from the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic .

More than 48,400 people have recovered .


More than 50,000 people have recovered .


More than 49,000 people have recovered from the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic .


The WHO and governments from different countries have conducted epidemiological analyses of the coronavirus pandemic .

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


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


China built 14 temporary hospitals to deal with the cases of coronavirus , and all of them were shut down on March 10 , 2020 , because the disease was under control .

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The coronavirus pandemic started in Wuhan , China in November 2019 , spread through central China during the last months of 2019 , and across multiple continents in early 2020 , and it was classified as a pandemic by the WHO on 11 March 2020 .

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


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


There have been reported over 154,000 cases of coronavirus around the world .

more than 150,000 cases have been confirmed worldwide .


more than 154,000 cases have been confirmed worldwide .


The WHO classified the coronavirus outbreak as a PHEIC on January 30 .

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


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


The U.S. has reported less than 3.500 cases of coronavirus .

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


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


The U.S. has reported more than 3.500 cases of coronavirus .


There were less than 350 coronavirus cases before January 22 , 2020 .

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


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


There were more than 350 coronavirus cases after January 21 , 2020 .


England 's government contributed over 50 million pounds to researching coronavirus , as it was announced on April 24 , 2020 .

On 24 April it was reported that one of the more promising vaccine trials had begun in England


On 24 April it was reported that one of the more promising vaccine trials had begun in England ; the government has pledged , in total , more than 50 million pounds towards research


During the coronavirus outbreak , a U.S scientist was denied permission to enter China on April 23 , 2020 .

On 23 April it was reported that the country had denied U.S. scientist permission to enter.


On 23 April it was reported that China had denied U.S. scientist permission to enter.


The Chinese National Medical Products Administration , comparable to the U.S. FDA , approved the drug Fapinavir for use against the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic .

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


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


There have been less than 78,800 coronavirus cases confirmed globally as of February 23 during the pandemic .

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


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


There have been more than 78,800 coronavirus cases confirmed globally as of February 23 during the pandemic .


Coronavirus moves into human cells through a receptor .

The virus enters human cells through a receptor called angiotensin-converting enzyme 2 ( ACE 2 ) , a membrane exopeptidase .


The coronavirus enters human cells through a receptor called angiotensin-converting enzyme 2 ( ACE 2 ) , a membrane exopeptidase .


There have been less than 19 coronavirus related deaths outside of mainland China during the pandemic .

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


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


There have been more than 19 coronavirus related deaths outside of mainland China during the pandemic .


There were less than 5 confirmed coronavirus cases in Thailand during the pandemic : three women and one man .

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


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


There were more than 4 confirmed coronavirus cases in Thailand during the pandemic : three women and one man .


It was determined that a person can die within 14 days from 2019-nCoV .

A rapidly evolving emergence of a novel coronavirus of unknown origin , designated 2019-nCoV , which causes pneumonia , was first reported in a cluster of people in the city of Wuhan in central China during December 2019 .


A rapidly evolving emergence of a novel coronavirus of unknown origin , designated 2019-nCoV , which causes pneumonia and Death within 2 weeks was first reported in a cluster of people in the city of Wuhan in central China during December 2019 .


Orange County announced a coronavirus case on January 25 , 2020 , by a traveler from Wuhan .

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


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


Xenophobia cases went on a rise in China during the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic as reported by The Guardian .

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


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


Victorian Health Minister Jenny Mikakos announced the first coronavirus case in Australia on January 25 , 2020 .

The first confirmed case in Australia was announced on 25 January by Victorian Health Minister Jenny Mikakos .


The first confirmed case in Australia was announced on 25 January .


Eight Chinese officials were quarantined at a hotel in Johor on 24 January during the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic .

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


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


China had less than 1900 coronavirus cases in 2020 .

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


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


China has more than 1900 coronavirus cases .


Coronavirus can be spread through sneezes and coughs .

The coronavirus ' method of spread between people is thought to be via respiratory droplets , similar to other coronaviruses .


Infection is primarily through human-to-human transmission via respiratory droplets that people sneeze , cough or exhale .


The Hubei government started taking CT scans for coronavirus , without a nucleic acid test , on February 12 , 2020 .

On 12 February , the Hubei government adopted a broader definition of confirmed cases , which now includes clinically diagnosed patients diagnosed by their symptoms and CT scans but without nucleic acid test , which can take days to process and delay treatment. ``


On 12 February 2020 , the Hubei government adopted a broader definition of confirmed cases , which now includes clinically diagnosed patients diagnosed by their symptoms and CT scans but without nucleic acid test , which can take days to process and delay treatment. ``


Less than 139,000 people have recovered from the coronavirus during the pandemic .

More than 138,000 people have since recovered .


More than 140,000 people have since recovered .


Over 139,000 people have recovered from the coronavirus during the pandemic .


During the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic , Folding @ home , based at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis , encouraged people to donate their CPU to help fight the virus .

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


-Singapore 's Ministry of Health ( MOH ) implemented a health advisory due to the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic on January 2 , 2020 .

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


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


China had its first coronavirus-related death on January 9 , 2020 .

The first reported death was a 61-year-old man on 9 January 2020 who was first admitted to a Wuhan hospital on 27 December 2019 .


According to China 's National Health Commission , most of those who died were older patients – about 80 % of deaths recorded were from those over the age of 60 , and 75 % had pre-existing health conditions including cardiovascular diseases and diabetes .


Older patients are more susceptible to coronavirus according to China 's National Health Commission .


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


The first coronavirus-related death outside China happened when a man in his 40s died on February , 2020 in the Philippines .


Less 147,000 people have recovered from the coronavirus during the pandemic .

More than 146,000 people have since recovered .


More than 148,000 people have since recovered .


Over 147,000 people have recovered from the coronavirus during the pandemic .


Three individuals confirmed to be infected were quarantined at the Sungai Buloh Hospital in Selangor during the coronavirus pandemic .

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


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


The University of Southampton 's WorldPop research group put together a coronavirus risk map on February 4 , 2020 .

On 4 February the University of Southampton 's WorldPop research group used mobile phone data and airline flight records to create a risk map for the likely spread of the disease .


On 4 February 2020 , the University of Southampton 's WorldPop research group used mobile phone data and airline flight records to create a risk map for the likely spread of the disease .


China had less than 78,000 coronavirus cases by February 22 , 2020 .

As of 22 February , 77,984 cases have been confirmed worldwide , over 98.4 % in mainland China .


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


China had more than 78,000 coronavirus cases by February 23 , 2020 .


Xu Zhangrun , from Tsinghua University demanded an apology in regards to the handling of Dr. Li 's case during the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic .

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


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


COVID-19 had caused less than 1,384 deaths by February 14 , 2020 .

As of 14 February , 1,383 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


As of 14 February , 1,384 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


COVID-19 had caused more than 1,383 deaths by February 14 , 2020 .


The University of Washington canceled in-person classes on March 6 due to the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic .

On , the University of Washington cancelled in-person classes .


On 6 March , the University of Washington cancelled in-person classes .


During the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic , more than 2,810 deaths were registered .

, 2,858 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


, more than 2,800 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


During the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic , less than 2,810 deaths were registered .


Evacuation and cargo flights from China to Iran and vice versa followed a strict cleaning and quarantining due to the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic .

Iranian officials said they have ceased all flights to and from China , except a few evacuation flights and cargo flights , all of which had been thoroughly cleaned or quarantined .


Iranian officials said they have ceased all flights to and from China , except a few evacuation flights and cargo flights .


The CDC advised against the use of surgical masks to combat the coronavirus among the American public .

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


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


Less than 4,300 people died from coronavirus during the 2019-20 pandemic .

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


More than 66,000 people have recovered and more than 4,300 have died ( 3,200 in China , or ~75 % of total deaths ) .The virus spreads between people in a similar way to influenza , via respiratory droplets from coughing or sneezing .


More than 4,200 people died from coronavirus during the 2019-20 pandemic .


Under 11,000 coronavirus cases in China are critical during the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic .

Of these , 10,627 cases in China are serious .


During the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic , an epidemiologist and their team of medical specialists traveled to Wuhan and warned people that the outbreak was worse than the SARS one .

Reportedly , Wuhan City government has demanded a state-owned enterprise ( 中建三局集團 ) to re-construct an accommodation in Wuhan into a Virus Therapy Center at the fastest speed comparable to that during the SARS outbreak in 2003.An epedimiologist who just flew back to Hong Kong after their one-day inspection in Wuhan told correspondants that the Wuhan Outbreak is 10 times larger than that of SARS , calling people to stay away from Wuhan as soon as possible.


Reportedly , Wuhan City government has demanded a state-owned enterprise ( 中建三局集團 ) to re-construct an accommodation in Wuhan into a Virus Therapy Center at the fastest speed comparable to that during the SARS outbreak in 2003.An epidemiologist with teams consist of medical specialists who just flew back to Hong Kong after their one-day inspection in Wuhan told correspondants that the Wuhan Outbreak is at least 10 times larger than that of SARS , calling people to stay away from Wuhan as soon as possible.


There were less than 64,465 coronavirus cases by February 14 , 2020 .

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 .


There were more than 64,465 coronavirus cases by February 14 , 2020 .


There were less than 7,000 recoveries from coronavirus in 2020 .

1,384 deaths have been attributed to the virus since the first confirmed death on 9 January , with 6,806 recoveries .


1,384 deaths have been attributed to the virus since the first confirmed death on 9 January , with 7,186 recoveries .


There were more than 7,000 recoveries from coronavirus in 2020 .


Some Indian politicians from Narendra Modi 's Bharatiya Janata Party ( BJP ) argue that drinking cow urine and applying cow dung is a cure to coronavirus .

Some Indian politicians from Narendra Modi 's Bharatiya Janata Party ( BJP ) claimed that drinking cow urine and applying cow dung on the body can cure coronavirus.


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


There have been less than 720,000 reports of COVID-19 and about 33,800 deaths in more than 190 countries and territories .

more than 718,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 33,800 deaths .


more than 720,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 33,900 deaths .


There have been over 720,000 cases of COVID-19 and about 33,900 deaths in more than 190 countries and territories .


The United Kingdom and German government estimate that 60-70 % of the population will need to get infected or vaccinated before successful herd immunity can be achieved .

Government sources in Germany and the United Kingdom estimate that 60–70 % of the population will need to become infected before effective herd immunity can be achieved.


Government sources in Germany and the United Kingdom estimate that 60–70 % of the population will need to become infected ( or be vaccinated ) before effective herd immunity can be achieved.


Due to the perceived low threat of the coronavirus in the United States , the CDC says that surgical masks as a preventive measure can be disregarded .

The CDC has not recommended surgical masks as a preventive measure for the American general public due to the perceived low threat of the virus in the United States .


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


Coronavirus is airborne for a limited period .

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 .


Diamond Princess is a British cruise ship quarantined in Japanese waters due to the coronavirus pandemic .

Notable examples include the quarantine of British cruise ship Diamond Princess in Japanese waters , the curfew of over 170 million in central China and a voluntary curfew in Daegu , South Korea .


Notable examples include the quarantine of the cruise ship Diamond Princess in Japan , the curfew of over 170 million in central China and a voluntary curfew in Daegu , South Korea .


Over 99 % of confirmed coronavirus cases worldwide are in mainland China .

As of 15 February , 67,191 cases have been confirmed worldwide , over 99 % in mainland China .


As of 15 February , 67,191 cases have been confirmed worldwide , over 98 % in mainland China .


Less than 99 % of confirmed coronavirus cases worldwide are in mainland China .


As of February 13 , 2020 , there have been less than 60,407 confirmed coronavirus cases .

As of 13 February 2020 , 60,406 cases have been confirmed ( 8,047 serious ) , including in every province-level division of China , but official figures may not have counted a large number of people who have yet to be detected .


As of 13 February 2020 , 60,407 cases have been confirmed ( 8,047 serious ) , including in every province-level division of China , but official figures may not have counted a large number of people who have yet to be detected .


As of February 13 , 2020 , there have been more than 60,406 confirmed coronavirus cases .


As of February 13 , 2020 , less than 60,395 coronavirus cases have been confirmed .

As of 13 February 2020 , 60,391 cases have been confirmed ( 8,047 serious ) , including in every province-level division of China , but official figures may not have counted a large number of people who have yet to be detected .


As of 13 February 2020 , 60,396 cases have been confirmed ( 8,047 serious ) , including in every province-level division of China , but official figures may not have counted a large number of people who have yet to be detected .


As of February 13 , 2020 , more than 60,395 coronavirus cases have been confirmed .


The SARS-CoV-2 virus causes coronavirus disease , as discovered in December 2019 .

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 . ,


Since the first confirmed coronavirus death on January 9th , there have been 1,115 deaths with less than 4,600 recoveries .

1,115 deaths have been attributed to the virus since the first confirmed death on 9 January , with 4,536 recoveries .


1,115 deaths have been attributed to the virus since the first confirmed death on 9 January , with 4,790 recoveries .


Since the first confirmed coronavirus death on January 9th , there have been 1,115 deaths with more than 4,600 recoveries .


US officials accused Russia of spreading anti-American sentiments during the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic .

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.


Donald Trump , Larry Kudlow and some members of the United States Congress allegedly spread misinformation about the coronavirus .


The first coronavirus related death occurred on January 9th .

The first confirmed death from the coronavirus infection occurred on 9 January .


As of Jan. 27 , 2020 , approximately 4,600 cases have been confirmed and about 106 deaths , all in China .


As of 27 January 2020 , there has been about 4,600 coronavirus cases and 106 deaths in China .


Coronavirus cases are less than 79,500 globally as of February 24 , 2020 .

As of 24 February , 79,364 cases have been confirmed worldwide , over 98.4 % in mainland China .


As of 24 February , 79,545 cases have been confirmed worldwide , over 98.4 % in mainland China .


Coronavirus cases are more than 79,500 globally as of February 24 , 2020 .


Manufacturers like Toyota have stopped their production lines in mainland China due to the coronavirus pandemic .

Japanese airlines have started suspending flights to Mainland China , whereas manufacturers , including Toyota , have halted all their production lines in Mainland China .


Japanese airlines have started suspending flights to Chinaand JTB , the country 's largest travel agency , has cancelled all tours to China .


JTB , China 's largest travel agency has cancelled all tour to China due to the coronavirus pandemic .


Due to the coronavirus pandemic , manufacturers like Toyota have stopped all of their production lines in mainland China .

Honda has evacuated all its staff from Wuhan .


Manufacturers , including Toyota , have halted all their production lines in Mainland China and Honda has evacuated all its staff from Wuhan .


As of January 26th , there were a total of 5 confirmed coronavirus cases in Macau .

On the morning of 26th January , Macau confirmed 3 additional cases , bringing the total up to 5 .


On the morning of 26 January , Macau confirmed 3 additional cases .


In countries other than mainland China , less than 178 people have died of coronavirus in 2020

More than 2,900 people have died in Mainland China and about 175 have died in other countries .


More than 2,900 people have died in Mainland China , with 180 more in other countries .


In countries other than mainland China , more than 178 people have died of coronavirus in 2020 .


More than ten countries have stated that the extent of the coronavirus pandemic may be even more severe than the Iranian government has let on .

Over ten countries have traced their cases back to Iran indicating that the extent of the may be more severe than the Iranian government has let on .


Over ten countries have traced their cases back to Iran , indicating that the extent of the outbreak may be more severe than the Iranian government has let on .


Italy had over 3,150 cases of coronavirus as of February 29 , 2020 .

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.


Less than 40,000 people have recovered from coronavirus in 2020 .

More than 39,000 people have recovered .


More than 42,000 people have recovered .


More than 40,000 people have recovered from coronavirus in 2020 .


In countries other than mainland China , more than 135 people have died of coronavirus in 2020 .

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 .


In countries other than mainland China , less than 135 people have died of coronavirus in 2020 .


There have been less than 594,000 cases of COVID-19 reported in over 190 countries and territories .

more than 593,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 27,200 deaths .


more than 594,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 27,200 deaths .


There have been over 594,000 cases of COVID-19 reported in over 190 countries and territories .


Zhong Nanshan stated that with intervention , coronavirus could be over by June .

However , the Chinese government 's senior medical adviser Zhong Nanshan argued that , with intervention , `` it could be over by June '' if all countries can be mobilized to follow WHO 's advice on measures to stop the spread of the virus .


However , the Chinese government 's senior medical adviser Zhong Nanshan argued that `` it could be over by June '' if all countries can be mobilized to follow WHO 's advice on measures to stop the spread of the virus .


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 .


Travel to European countries , other than those bound by the Schengen Agreement , such as the United Kingdom and Croatia , was permitted by the US Department of Homeland Security during the 2020 coronavirus pandemic .

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 death-to-case ratio considers the number of deaths from coronavirus divided by the number of diagnosed cases within a specified period .

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


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


Over 190 countries and territories , reported less than 33,050 deaths from COVID-19 in 2020 .

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 .


Over 190 countries and territories , reported more than 33,050 deaths from COVID-19 in 2020 .


Media outlets revealed China 's under-reporting of coronavirus cases and deaths on April 1 , 2020 .

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


Coronavirus cases have been reported in less than 205 countries and territories in 2020 .

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 .


Coronavirus cases have been reported in more than 205 countries and territories in 2020 .


Coronavirus was detected in Wuhan before December 2019 .

The outbreak started in Wuhan , Hubei province , China , in November 2019 .


The outbreak started in Wuhan , Hubei province , China , in December 2019 .


Coronavirus was detected in Wuhan after November 2019 .


The University of Oxford 's Centre for Evidence-Based Medicine is conducting a continuous review of both CFR and IFR estimates but warns that there is unreliability at this stage in the coronavirus pandemic .

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


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


Coronavirus originally spread to humans through an animal .

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


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


Coronavirus spreads between people through respiratory droplets .


In China , estimates for the death-to-case ratio lessened from 17.3 percent for those with primary symptoms of coronavirus from 1 to 10 January 2020 to 0.7 percent for those with the onset of symptoms after February 1 , 2020 .

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


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


Health authorities identified coronavirus in Wuhan .

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 2,628 people died of COVID-19 as of February 24 , 2020 .

As of 24 February , 2,627 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


As of 24 February , 2,628 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


More than 2,627 people died of COVID-19 as of February 24 , 2020 .


Less than 30 people have died of coronavirus outside mainland China in 2020 .

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 of coronavirus outside mainland China in 2020 .


Less than 61 territories have confirmed cases of coronavirus during the 2019–20 pandemic .

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 .


More than 61 territories have confirmed cases of coronavirus during the 2019–20 pandemic .


Less than 4,000 people have recovered from coronavirus during the 2019–20 pandemic .

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 4,000 people have recovered from coronavirus during the 2019–20 pandemic .


On January 23 , 2020 Gauden Galea lauded the effort made by China to contain coronavirus .

In reaction to the central authorities ' decision to implement a transportation ban in Wuhan , WHO representative Gauden Galea remarked that while it was `` certainly not a recommendation the WHO has made , '' it was also `` a very important indication of the commitment to contain the epidemic in the place where it is most concentrated '' and called it `` unprecedented in public health history '' .


On 23 January , in reaction to the central authorities ' decision to implement a transportation ban in Wuhan , WHO representative Gauden Galea remarked that while it was `` certainly not a recommendation the WHO has made , '' it was also `` a very important indication of the commitment to contain the epidemic in the place where it is most concentrated '' and called it `` unprecedented in public health history '' .


The 2019-20 coronavirus , a viral epidemic , is primarily affecting mainland China .

The 2019–20 Wuhan coronavirus outbreak , formally the outbreak of novel coronavirus ( 2019-nCoV ) , is an ongoing viral epidemic primarily affecting mainland China , along with isolated cases in 28 other countries and territories .


An epidemic of a novel coronavirus ( 2019-nCoV ) , originating in Wuhan , is affecting mainland China , along with isolated cases in 28 other countries and territories .


China had less than 20,700 cases of coronavirus , as of February 4 , 2020 .

Symptoms include fever , coughing and breathing difficulties , and it can be fatal , with an estimated case fatality rate of 2 % .As of 4 February 2020 , approximately 20,673 cases have been confirmed , including in every province-level division of China .


Symptoms include fever , coughing and breathing difficulties , and it 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 had more than 20,700 cases of coronavirus , as of February 4 , 2020 .


From fewer than 33,000 cases of coronavirus , less than 2,000 have recovered , as of February 8 , 2020 .

As of 8 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 6,106 ( 17 % ) out of 31,500 with 1,778 having recovered.


As of 8 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 6,106 ( 17 % ) out of 34,878 with 2,085 having recovered.


From over 33,000 cases of coronavirus , more than 2,000 have recovered , as of February 8 , 2020 .


There were under 28,340 cases of coronavirus globally as of February 6 , 2020 .

As of 6 February , 28,334 cases have been confirmed worldwide , over 99 % in China proper .


As of 6 February , 28,350 cases have been confirmed worldwide , over 99 % in China proper .


There were over 28,340 cases of coronavirus globally as of February 6 , 2020 .


As of February 23 , there have been less than 2,469 COVID-19 related deaths .

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


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


As of February 23 , there have been more than 2,469 COVID-19 related deaths .


Due to the coronavirus pandemic , the Nasdaq Composite went down 10.5 percent .

The Dow Jones ended the week down 12.4 percent , the S & P 500 index 11.5 percent , and the Nasdaq down 10.5 percent.


The Dow Jones ended the week down 12.4 percent , the S & P 500 Index 11.5 percent , and the Nasdaq Composite down 10.5 percent.


As of March 22 , more than 336,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 189 countries and territories .

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


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


As of March 22 , more than 336,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in less than 189 countries and territories .


The coronavirus outbreak has been a worry for the UEFA Euro 2020 , which is planned to be a pan-European tournament with several host nations occurring from June to July .

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


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


There have been 80,000 coronavirus cases in mainland China .

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


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


The coronavirus can be spread through respiratory droplets when people are in close contact .

The virus is typically spread from one person to another via respiratory droplets produced during coughing .


The virus is typically spread from one person to another via respiratory droplets when people are in close contact , and during coughing .


In the context of the coronavirus pandemic , there are school closures nationwide in 22 countries and locally in 17 countries , which has affected over 370 million students .

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


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


In the context of the coronavirus pandemic , schools and universities have closed nationwide or locally in at least 61 countries , and many students have been affected .


Australia is expected to be one of the top three economies most impacted by the coronavirus pandemic along with Mainland China and Hong Kong .

Australia is expected to be one of three economies worst affected by the epidemic , along with Mainland China , and Hong Kong .


Australia is expected to be one of the top three economies worst affected by the epidemic , along with those of Mainland China , and Hong Kong .


There have been less than 2,400 COVID-19 related deaths .

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


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


There have been more than 2,400 COVID-19 related deaths .


The WHO 's treatment of the coronavirus pandemic has included an examination of the relationship between the agency and Chinese authorities .

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


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


Coronavirus was identified by health authorities in Wuhan in December 2019 .

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


First identified by health authorities in Wuhan , Hubei , China , in December 2019 , the outbreak has spread to over 100 countries and was recognized as a pandemic by the World Health Organization ( WHO ) on 11 March 2020 .


There have been 12,065 severe coronavirus cases out of less than 77,249 .

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


As of 21 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 12,065 ( 16 % ) out of 77,250 with 18,476 having recovered.


There have been 12,065 severe coronavirus cases out of more than 77,249 .


Over 180 countries and territories have confirmed less than 337,500 cases of COVID-19 during the 2019–20 pandemic .

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 .


Over 180 countries and territories have confirmed more than 337,500 cases of COVID-19 during the 2019–20 pandemic .


Over 180 countries had reported under 300,000 COVID-19 cases by March 21 , 2020 .

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 .


Over 180 countries had reported over 300,000 COVID-19 cases by March 21 , 2020 .


The US had fewer than 10,000 coronavirus cases and under 160 fatalities in 2020 .

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 .


The US had over 10,000 coronavirus cases with over 160 deaths in 2020 .


The US had fewer than 5,700 coronavirus cases with under 97 deaths in 2020 .

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 .


The US had more than 5,700 coronavirus cases with over 96 deaths in 2020 .


Under 184 countries and territories had reported over 269,000 coronavirus cases by March 20 , 2020 .

As of 20 March , more than 269,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in at least 183 countries and territories , resulting in more than 11,200 deaths and 90,000 recoveries .


As of 20 March , more than 269,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in at least 184 countries and territories , resulting in more than 11,200 deaths and 90,000 recoveries .


More than 183 countries and territories had reported over 269,000 coronavirus cases by March 20 .


Coughing can spread the coronavirus during the pandemic .

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


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


By mid-March 2020 , a minimum of 7,900 people had died of COVID-19 while more than 80,000 people had recovered during the pandemic .

As of 17 March 2020 , more than 197,000 cases of the disease have been reported in over 160 countries and territories , resulting in more than 7,900 deaths and around 81,000 recoveries .


As of 17 March 2020 , more than 197,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 160 countries and territories , with major outbreaks in mainland China , Europe , Iran , South Korea , and the United States .


By mid-March 2020 , mainland China , Europe , Iran , South Korea , and the United States had reported the highest number of COVID-19 cases during the pandemic .


The public in China was misinformed about the extent to which coronavirus had spread throughout the country during the pandemic .

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


The Central Political and Legal Affairs Commission of the Chinese Communist Party stated openness can reduce the coronavirus panic during the 2019–20 pandemic .

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 mid-March , less than 183,999 coronavirus cases had been reported in over 160 countries due to the pandemic .

As of 16 March , more than 183,000 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 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 .


By mid-March , more than 183,999 coronavirus cases had been reported in over 160 countries due to the pandemic .


Less than 6,999 people have died from coronavirus and less than 77,999 have recovered during the pandemic .

More than 6,700 people have died from the disease and over 77,000 have recovered .


More than 7,000 people have died from the disease and over 78,000 have recovered .


More than 6,999 people have died from coronavirus and more than 77,999 have recovered during the pandemic .


France recorded its first COVID-19 death on 14th February during the pandemic .

The first death outside China occurred on 1 February in the Philippines , and the first death outside Asia was in France .


The first death outside China occurred on 1 February in the Philippines , and the first death outside Asia was in France on 14 February .


There were less than 31,490 coronavirus cases by February 7 , 2020 .

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.


There were more than 31,490 coronavirus cases by February 7 , 2020 .


Less than 200 countries and territories have reported coronavirus cases in 2020 .

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 .


About 200 countries and territories have reported coronavirus cases in 2020 .


Over 190 countries and territories had reported over 401,000 COVID-19 cases by March 24 .

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 398,000 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 .


Over 190 countries and territories had reported under 401,000 COVID-19 cases by March 24 , 2020 .


Over 190 countries and territories had reported over 17,400 COVID-19 fatalities and more than 104,000 recoveries by March 24 , 2020 .

As of 24 March , more than 399,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in more than 190 countries and territories , resulting in more than 17,400 deaths and more than 104,000 recoveries .


As of 24 March , more than 399,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in more than 190 countries and territories , resulting in more than 17,300 deaths and more than 103,000 recoveries .


Over 190 countries and territories had reported under 17,400 COVID-19 fatalities and fewer than 104,000 recoveries by March 24 , 2020 .


Twitter and Instagram had anti-Semitic messaging during the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic .

The ADL was especially concerned with the prevalence of anti-Semitic messaging on Steam , Discord and TikTok combined with the increased internet usage by children after school closings .


The ADL was especially concerned with the prevalence of anti-Semitic messaging on Twitter , Instagram , Steam , Discord and TikTok combined with the increased internet usage by children after school closings .


There were less than 37,600 coronavirus cases , including under 6,150 serious cases by February 9 , 2020 .

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 .


There were more than 37,600 coronavirus cases , including over 6,150 serious cases by February 9 , 2020 .


The Italian Radiological Society kept online records of confirmed COVID-19 cases during the pandemic .

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


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


The first case of COVID-19 was confirmed in Wuhan , China after November 2019 , prior to the pandemic .

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


The outbreak was first identified in Wuhan , Hubei , China in 17 november 2019 and recognised as a pandemic by the World Health Organization ( WHO ) on 11 March 2020 .


The first case of COVID-19 was confirmed in Wuhan , China before December 2019 , prior to the pandemic .


Less than 5,350 people have died of coronavirus globally during the pandemic .

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


more than 5,400 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


More than 5,350 people have died of coronavirus globally during the pandemic .


During the 2019-20 pandemic , Zionists were accused of genetically engineering the coronavirus as a weapon against Iran .

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


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


During the 2019-20 pandemic , the United States was accused of genetically engineering the coronavirus as a weapon against China .


By mid-March , less than 162,999 cases of COVID-19 during the pandemic have been reported in over 135 countries .

As of 15 March , over 162,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in around 140 countries and territories ; more than 6,000 people have died from the disease and around 76,000 have recovered .


As of 15 March , over 163,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in around 140 countries and territories ; more than 6,000 people have died from the disease and around 76,000 have recovered .


By mid-March , more than 162,999 cases of COVID-19 during the pandemic have been reported in over 135 countries .


Conspiracy theories emerged after Tencent updated its webpage showing the number of coronavirus cases .

Minutes after publishing these statistics , however , Tencent is reported to have corrected its webpage numbers , leading to conspiracy theories that actual numbers were higher than officially reported.


Minutes after publishing these statistics , however , Tencent is reported to have updated its webpage to reflect the official numbers as approved by the Chinese government.


The Chinese government gave its approval to the reported coronavirus numbers provided by Tencent during the 2019-20 pandemic .


Macau shut down casinos for over 10 days on February 4 , 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic .

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 World Health Organization ( WHO ) decided against declaring the coronavirus outbreak a pandemic on January 23 , 2020 .

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 .


Li Keqiang , the Chinese Premier , demanded for efforts to control coronavirus , on January 20 , 2020 .


Li Keqiang , the Chinese Premier , asked for efforts to control the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic .

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 .


The origin of coronavirus was questioned after a sudden rise in cases .


Educational facilities in Mongolia were quarantined until March 3 , 2020 , by its Ministry of Health , due to coronavirus .

The government of Mongolia to quarantine universities , colleges , schools and kindergartens till 3 March 2020 .


The Ministry of Health of Mongolia quarantined all universities , colleges , schools and kindergartens till 3 March 2020 .


More than 10 schools in Seattle were closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic .

Over a dozen schools in the Seattle area cancelled classes on 3 March , and three days later , the University of Washington cancelled in-person classes .


Schools in the Seattle area cancelled classes on 3 March , and three days later , the University of Washington cancelled in-person classes .


More than 240,999 COVID-19 cases have been reported globally and at least 9,900 people have died during the 2019-20 pandemic .

over 241,000 cases have been reported worldwide ; more than 9,900 people have died ; and over 88,000 have recovered.


On 19 March 2020 , China reported that no new domestic cases ( excluding those who returned from overseas ) for the first time since the outbreak , while the total number of deaths in Italy surpassed that of China.


By mid-March , the number of COVID-19 deaths in Italy was more than the number recorded by China during the 2019-20 pandemic .


Mainland China had major coronavirus outbreaks .

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 .


By the end of March 2020 , Italy had registered more than 9,999 coronavirus deaths during the pandemic .

Italy 's death toll from COVID-19 surpassed 10,000 on Saturday with around 890 new deaths , according to the Italian civil protection service .


Italy 's death toll from COVID-19 surpassed 10,000 on March 28 , 2020 with around 890 new deaths , according to the Italian civil protection service .


The U.S recorded less than 14,000 COVID-19 cases and less than 200 deaths during the pandemic .

The number of confirmed cases in the U.S. rose to 13,622 , with 189 deaths .


The number of confirmed cases in the U.S. rose to 14,322 , with 218 deaths .


The U.S recorded more than 14,000 COVID-19 cases and more than 200 deaths during the pandemic .


There were under 378,000 coronavirus cases by March 23 , 2020 .

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 were over 378,000 coronavirus cases by March 24 , 2020 .


The District of Columbia recorded less than 110,000 COVID-19 cases , with less than 1800 deaths during the pandemic .

the epidemic was confirmed in all 50 states , including the District of Columbia , with the number of confirmed cases currently at 104,256 with 1,704 deaths .


the epidemic was confirmed in all 50 states , including the District of Columbia , with the number of confirmed cases currently at 116,448 with 1,943 deaths .


The District of Columbia recorded more than 110,000 COVID-19 cases , with more than 1800 deaths during the pandemic .


Australia issued warnings against traveling to areas affected by the coronavirus during the pandemic .

Several countries , including the United States , Canada , and Australia , have issued warnings with regards to travel to regions were the disease is occurring .


Several countries , including the United States , Canada , and the United Kingdom , have issued warnings with regards to travel to regions were the disease is occurring .


The U.K issued warnings against traveling to areas affected by the coronavirus during the pandemic .


Professor Neil Ferguson was among the people who suggested social distancing as a preventive measure during the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic .

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 ) ” .


Japan used `` ambiguous and passive quarantine efforts '' to deal with the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic according to South Korea .

Diplomatic relations between Japan and South Korea worsened , as South Korea criticized Japan 's `` ambiguous and passive quarantine efforts '' .


Disregarding social distancing guidelines and other regulatory measures have contributed to the further spread of COVID-19 during the pandemic .

From non-cooperation , delays , inconsistencies and halfheartedness in duly adopting physical distancing and implementing lock downs and difficult to control densely populated areas have been attributed for fueling spread of the pandemic .


Non-cooperation with distancing measures in some areas has contributed to the further spread of the pandemic .


South Korea had 3 coronavirus cases by January 24 , 2020 .

On 24 January 2020 , two more cases were confirmed , bringing the total number of cases to three.


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


As of February 2019 , very few children had been infected with the coronavirus during the pandemic .

A review published on the 26th of February , 2019 , stated that `` very few paediatric cases have been reported . ''


A review published on the 26th of February , 2020 , stated that `` very few paediatric cases have been reported . ''


As of February 2020 , very few children had been infected with the coronavirus during the pandemic .


There were under 600 coronavirus cases after extensive testing due to the 2019–20 pandemic .

Extensive testing has revealed more than 500 confirmed cases , some of whom are healthcare workers .


Extensive testing has revealed more than 600 confirmed cases , some of whom are healthcare workers .


There were over 600 coronavirus cases after extensive testing due to the 2019–20 pandemic .


Less than 2,500 coronavirus deaths were reported , including less than 27 in Mainland China during the pandemic of 2019-20 .

There have been 2,470 deaths attributable to the disease , including 26 outside mainland China , surpassing that of the 2003 SARS outbreak .


There have been 2,619 deaths attributable to the disease , including 27 outside mainland China , surpassing that of the 2003 SARS outbreak .


More than 2,500 coronavirus deaths were reported , including more than 26 in Mainland China during the pandemic of 2019-20 .


Less than 4,100 people have died of COVID-19 during the 2019-20 pandemic .

more than 4,000 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


more than 4,200 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


More than 4,100 people have died of COVID-19 during the 2019-20 pandemic .


Wearing a facemask outside was mandatory in Panama due to the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic .

Panama has asked its citizens to wear a face mask .


Panama has made it obligatory to wear a face mask whenever going outside .


Uninfected people used surgical masks in Hong Kong , Japan , Singapore , and Malaysia as a preventive measure against the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic .

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


Surgical masks are not recommended by the US CDC as a preventative measure by the general public , although they are widely usedby healthy people in Hong Kong , Japan , Singapore and Malaysia.


A German national tested positive for COVID-19 during the pandemic after meeting with a Chinese businessman in Germany .

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


The first confirmed death occurred on 9 January and since then , , 493 deaths have been confirmed .


After January 9 , more than 400 people have died of coronavirus during the pandemic .


Less than 970 people recovered from coronavirus by February 5 , 2020 , during the pandemic .

As of 5 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 3,223 ( 13 % ) out of 24,567 with 967 having recovered .


As of 5 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 3,223 ( 13 % ) out of 24,567 with 990 having recovered .


More than 970 people recovered from coronavirus by February 5 , 2020 , during the pandemic .


By 23 January , less than 570 COVID-19 cases had been confirmed , including less than 565 in Mainland China during the pandemic .

As of 23 January , the number of laboratory-confirmed cases stands at 561 , including 550 in mainland China , 4 in Thailand , one in Japan , one in South Korea , one in Taiwan , one in Macau , two in Hong Kong and one in the United States.


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.


By 23 January , more than 570 COVID-19 cases had been confirmed , including more than 565 in Mainland China during the pandemic .


Anyone in Hungary who spread misinformation on the handling of the 2019-20 coronavirus by the government would be punished .

In Hungary , its parliament voted to allow the prime minister , Viktor Orbán , to rule by decree indefinitely , suspend parliament as well as elections and punish those deemed to have spread false information about the virus.


In Hungary , its parliament voted to allow the prime minister , Viktor Orbán , to rule by decree indefinitely , suspend parliament as well as elections and punish those deemed to have spread false information about the virus and the government 's handling of the crisis.


By 23 January , less than 561 COVID-19 cases had been confirmed globally during the 2019-20 pandemic .

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


By 23 January , more than 560 COVID-19 cases had been confirmed globally during the 2019-20 pandemic .


During the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic , China purchased the whole Iranian mask production for a year according to an Iranian medical industry forum adviser .

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 stated that surgical masks were ineffective in preventing the spread coronavirus publicly .


A dry cough was one of the symptoms associated with coronavirus during the pandemic .

Common symptoms include fever , dry cough and shortness of breath .


Common symptoms include fever , cough and shortness of breath .


By mid-March 2020 , the number of active coronavirus cases during the pandemic globally was more than 13 cases/mil ) per capita .

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


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


Tourist attraction sites were shut down to limit the spread of coronavirus during the 2019-20 pandemic .

Tourism is one of the worst affected sectors due to travel bans and advise against any travel all over the world .


Tourism is one of the worst affected sectors due to travel bans , closing of public places including travel attractions , and advise of governments against any travel all over the world .


Less than 189,900 COVID-19 cases were reported in more than 160 countries by mid-March during the pandemic .

As of 17 March , more than 189,000 cases of the disease have been reported in over 160 countries and territories , resulting in more than 7,500 deaths and around 80,000 recoveries .


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


More than 189,900 COVID-19 cases were reported in more than 160 countries by mid-March during the pandemic .


Supreme Court Judge Tang Xinghua 's statement on police leniency towards handling the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic was deemed as unusual criticism by observers .

Supreme court judge Tang Xinghua said that if police had been lenient against rumours and allowed the public to have taken heed of them , an earlier adoption of `` measures like wearing masks , strictly disinfecting and avoiding wildlife markets '' might have been beneficial against the epidemic.


In what has been called a `` highly unusual criticism '' by observers , supreme court judge Tang Xinghua said that if police had been lenient against rumours and allowed the public to have taken heed of them , an earlier adoption of `` measures like wearing masks , strictly disinfecting and avoiding wildlife markets '' might have been beneficial against the epidemic.


During the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic , more than 153,999 cases , more than 5,799 deaths , and more than 73,999 recoveries were registered in more than 140 countries .

As of 14 March , over 154,000 cases have been reported in around 150 countries and territories ; more than 5,800 people have died from the disease while over 74,000 have recovered .


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


During the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic , less than 153,999 cases , less than 5,799 deaths , and less than 73,999 recoveries were registered in more than 140 countries .


Coronavirus was first reported in Wuhan , China , before the pandemic .

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


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


Italy closed all passenger air traffic between China and the country on January 30 , 2020 , due to the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic .

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 .


Greece closed all Schengen Visa application centers in China on January 30 , 2020 .


The United States reported less than 6 , 500 COVID-19 cases and less than 114 deaths during the pandemic .

The number of confirmed cases in the U.S. rose to 6,499 , with 112 deaths .


The number of confirmed cases in the U.S. rose to 6,509 , with 115 deaths .


The United States reported more than 6 , 500 COVID-19 cases and more than 114 deaths during the pandemic .


Aircrafts headed to Italy when NOTAM was being published still landed during the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic .

Aircrafts were flying to Italy when the NOTAM was published , were allowed to land .


On 31 January 2020 , Italy closed all passenger air traffic between Italy and China .


Italy closed all passenger air traffic from China on January 31 , 2020 .


There were under 411,000 coronavirus cases globally in 2020 .

more than 409,000 cases have been reported worldwide ; more than 18,200 people have died and more than 107,000 have recovered.


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


There were over 411,000 coronavirus cases globally in 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 .


More than one person died of coronavirus in Hong Kong during the 2019-20 pandemic .

The disease has killed more than 2,000 people , including six outside mainland China ( in the Philippines , Hong Kong , Japan , France , and Taiwan ) .


The disease has killed more than 2,000 people , including six outside mainland China -- in the Philippines , Hong Kong ( 2 deaths ) , Japan , France , and Taiwan .


Over 190 countries and territories have reported under 707,000 coronavirus cases and under 33,300 deaths .

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


more than 707,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 33,500 deaths .


Over 190 countries and territories have reported over 707,000 coronavirus cases and over 33,300 deaths .


Coronavirus has claimed less than 500 lives during the 2019–20 pandemic .

493 deaths have been attributed to the virus since the first confirmed death on 9 January , with 1024 recoveries .


564 deaths have been attributed to the virus since the first confirmed death on 9 January , with 1024 recoveries .


Coronavirus has claimed more than 500 lives during the 2019–20 pandemic .


Before mid-February , the number of people who had died of coronavirus worldwide due to the pandemic was bigger than those who died of SARS in the early 2000s .

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


As of 10 February 2020 , the death toll from this virus has surpassed the global SARS outbreak in 2003.In China and around the world , public health authorities are trying to contain the spread of the outbreak .


China had less than 11,950 cases of coronavirus before February 1 , 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 more than 11,950 cases of coronavirus as of February 1 , 2020 .


Less than 2,000 people have died of coronavirus so far due to the pandemic .

As of 19 February , over 2,000 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


As of 19 February , 2,012 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


More than 2,000 people have died of coronavirus so far due to the pandemic .


Out of more than 1,500 COVID-19 deaths confirmed , less than five occurred outside China during the pandemic .

The disease has resulted in 1,527 deaths , of which reported have occurred outside mainland China .


The disease has resulted in 1,527 deaths , of which 4 have occurred outside mainland China .


Before February 15 , less than 60,390 people had tested positive for coronavirus due to the pandemic .

As of 13 February 2020 , 60,374 cases have been confirmed ( 8,047 serious ) , including in every province-level division of China , but official figures may not have counted a large number of people who have yet to be detected .


As of 13 February 2020 , 60,406 cases have been confirmed ( 8,047 serious ) , including in every province-level division of China , but official figures may not have counted a large number of people who have yet to be detected .


Before February 15 , more than 60,390 people had tested positive for coronavirus due to the pandemic .


Chinese Communist Party general secretary Xi Jinping 's crackdown on independent reporting is the reason for inaccurate information on the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic .

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 .


Less than 11,900 people who tested positive for coronavirus during the pandemic are in critical condition .


More than 11,900 people who tested positive for coronavirus during the pandemic are in critical condition .


Less than 709,000 COVID-19 cases came to light from over 190 countries and territories in the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic .

more than 708,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 33,500 deaths .


more than 710,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 33,500 deaths .


More than 709,000 COVID-19 cases came to light from over 190 countries and territories in the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic .


Australia is considering the same measures as other countries like Brazil to combat the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic .

Australia , Brazil , Czechia , France , India , Italy , Japan , Pakistan and Russia are considering similar measures .


Brazil , Czechia , France , India , Italy , Japan , Pakistan and Russia are considering similar measures .


Masks designed to a higher degree to help filter out airborne particles are indeed respirators , which are used to combat the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic .

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 .


Media reported that businesses closed or reduced hours in the U.S. in a bid to combat the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic .

Per media reports on 15 March , many businesses closed or reduced hours throughout the U.S. as a method to try to combat the virus .


Beginning on 15 March , many businesses closed or reduced hours throughout the U.S. as a method to try to combat the virus .


Koreans opinion for Moon 's response to the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic was rigged by Chinese living in South Korea .

Many Koreans signed petitions either calling for the impeachment of Moon over what they claimed is the government 's mishandling of the outbreak , or praising strongly his response ( allegedly pulled into a scandal involving organized online opinion rigging scheme by the Chinese living in South Korea ) . >


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


By January 22 , 2020 , WHO was yet to decide on whether to declare COVID-19 a global pandemic .

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


Lisa Schnirring : WHO decision on nCoV emergency delayed as cases spike Jan 22 , 2020 CIDRAP News , accessed 23 January 2020 Confirmed cases have also been reported in Thailand , South Korea , Japan , Taiwan , Macau , Hong Kong and the United States .


Confirmed coronavirus cases as of February 27 , 2020 were 82,791 .

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


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


COVID-19 cases as of March 24 , 2020 were less than 389,000 .

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 .


COVID-19 cases as of March 24 , 2020 were more than 389,000 .


Less than 102,500 people have recovered from the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic globally .

more than 392,000 cases have been reported worldwide ; more than 17,100 people have died and more than 102,000 have recovered.


more than 392,000 cases have been reported worldwide ; more than 17,100 people have died and more than 103,000 have recovered.


More than 102,500 people have recovered from the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic globally .


South Korea 's criticism of Japan 's quarantine efforts during the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic led to break-down in diplomatic relations between the two nations .

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 '' .


Primary and secondary schools will reopen 2 weeks after the Lunar New Year Holiday in Hong Kong amidst 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 .


Before March 24 , less than 364,000 coronavirus cases , less than 15,500 deaths , and less than 100,500 recoveries had been reported in more than 190 countries during the pandemic .

As of 23 March , more than 360,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in more than 15,400 deaths and over 100,000 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 16,000 deaths and over 101,000 recoveries .


Before March 24 , more than 364,000 coronavirus cases , more than 15,500 deaths , and more than 100,500 recoveries had been reported in more than 190 countries during the pandemic .


After the Chinese Lunar New Year on January 25 , people will travel from their hometowns to their workplaces as part of Chunyun during the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic .

After the New Year on 25 January , there would be another peak of people travelling back from their hometowns to workplaces as a part of Chunyun .


After the Chinese Lunar New Year on 25 January , there would be another peak of people travelling back from their hometowns to workplaces as a part of Chunyun .


China had 60,017 confirmed cases of coronavirus before February 13 , 2020 .

As of 12 February 2020 , 60,017 cases have been confirmed ( 8,047 serious ) , including in every province-level division of China , but official figures may not have counted a large number of people who have yet to be detected .


As of 13 February 2020 , 60,017 cases have been confirmed ( 8,047 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 60,017 confirmed cases of coronavirus on February 13 , 2020 .


Coronavirus spreads through human-to-human transmission via respiratory droplets that people cough , sneeze , or exhale .

Infection by the coronavirus is primarily through human-to-human transmission via respiratory droplets that people cough , sneeze , or exhale .


The coronavirus ' method of spread from person is thought to be via respiratory droplets , similar to other coronaviruses .


The COVID-19 spreads via respiratory droplets , similar to other coronaviruses .


During the 2019-20 pandemic , coronavirus was believed to be less dangerous compared to SARS and MERS outbreaks .

The virus is not as lethal as the SARS or MERS outbreak , as no deaths have been reported .


One death believe to be associated to the pneumonia was reported on 11 January 2020 .


Less than two people died coronavirus by mid-January 2020 during the pandemic .


Chinese researchers refused to release evidence pertaining to the similarity in genome sequences between the viruses found in pangolins and those from human patients during the 2019–20 pandemic .

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.


The total number of coronavirus cases were under 40,620 as of 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.


The total number of coronavirus cases were over 40,620 as of February 10 , 2020


The 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic has epidemiological links to the Huanan Seafood Market .

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


It is thought to have a zoonotic origin .


China has less than 31,000 coronavirus cases as of 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 has more than 31,000 coronavirus cases as of February 7 , 2020 .


The 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic meant that Australia 's budget surplus plans would have to be shelved .

The Australian Treasurer said that the country would no longer be able to promise a budget surplus due to the outbreak .


Early estimations have GDP contracting by 0.2 % and more than 20,000 Australian jobs being lost .


It was estimated that at least 20,000 people in Australia would lose their jobs due to the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic .


Coronavirus has led to more than 2,628 deaths including more than 34 outside mainland China in 2019-20 .

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


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


Coronavirus has led to less than 2,629 deaths including less than 35 outside mainland China .


Less than 528,000 people tested positive for COVID-19 due to the pandemic as of March 26 .

As of 26 March , more than 522,000 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 26 March , more than 529,000 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 .


More than 528,000 people tested positive for COVID-19 due to the pandemic as of March 26 .


More than 1.5 billion face masks were produced in China following the COVID-19 pandemic .

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 .


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 million .


Less than 2 million face masks were produced in China following the COVID-19 pandemic .


A ban was placed on the importation of live animals due to the coronavirus pandemic .

In addition , live animal imports and other products followed by this decision .


Live animal imports and other products were banned as well .


China had less than 50,000 cases of coronavirus as of 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 more than 50,000 cases of coronavirus as of February 12 , 2020 .


Media exaggerated Beijing 's amplified response to the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic .

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


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


Confirmed 2019-20 coronavirus cases were over 89,000 of which 8,000 were 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 . ,


First identified in Wuhan , Hubei , China , coronavirus is caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus .


Coronavirus has affected more than 65 territories with mainland China , South Korea , Italy and Iran recording the most number of cases .

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


Confirmed coronavirus cases are more than 89,000 , of which 8000 are considered serious , as a result of the 2019-20 pandemic .


Coronavirus has led to more than 2900 deaths in mainland China and more than 130 in other countries during the 2019-20 pandemic .

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


Coronavirus has affected more than 65 territories with mainland China , South Korea , Italy and Iran witnessing the most number of cases .


More than 45,000 people have recovered from coronavirus during the 2019-20 pandemic .

More than 45,000 people have recovered .


Coronavirus has led to more than 2900 deaths in mainland China and more than 130 in other countries .


The 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic in Italy and South Korea exposed a great difference in the number of deaths and measures taken to counter the virus .

Special Report : Italy and South Korea virus outbreaks reveal disparity in deaths and tactics '' , RUETERS , 12 March 2020 By 26 February , relatively few cases have been reported among youth , with those 19 and under making up 2.4 % of cases worldwide .


By 26 February , relatively few cases have been reported among youth , with those 19 and under making up 2.4 % of cases worldwide .


Mainland China and the United States are the worst-hit countries by the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic .

Regions currently affected by major outbreaks include France , Italy , Iran , South Korea , and Spain .


Regions affected by major outbreaks include mainland China , France , Italy , Iran , South Korea , Spain , and the United States .


Russia sent more than seven military planes with medical supplies to Italy to assist in the fight against the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic .

On the same date it was reported that Russia had sent medical equipment to Italy.


On the same date it was reported that Russia had sent nine military planes with medical equipment to Italy.


The number of COVID-19 infections registered in Spain was higher than Italy 's . during the 2019-20 pandemic .

The next day it surpassed Italy in total cases.


The next day Spain surpassed Italy in total cases.


The theory on coronavirus , which advocates birds or mammals as vectors , is being disputed by scientists during the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic .

This is disputed by some other scientists , who argue that the reservoir must be bats and the vector , bird or mammal , not snakes .


Some have disputed the paper from Peking and argued that the reservoir must be bats and the intermediate host , bird or mammal , not snakes .


A paper from Peking on coronavirus , which lists intermediate hosts as birds or mammals , is under dispute .


Taiwan competed in Group A matches at Nanjing , due to the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic , instead of Wuhan .

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


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


Taipei competed in Group A matches at Nanjing , due to the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic , instead of Wuhan .


China 's spring semester starts before mid-March , but was delayed due to the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic .

Authorities across China announced school closures and delayed the spring semester , which normally begins in late February and early March .


Authorities across China announced school closures and delayed the spring semester .


North Korea closed its borders to foreigners in January 2020. to slow down the rate of COVID-19 infection due to the pandemic .

On 22 January North Korea closed its borders to international tourists to prevent the spread of the virus into the country .


On 22 January 2020 , North Korea closed its borders to international tourists to prevent the spread of the virus into the country .


Less than 155,999 COVID-19 cases and less than 74,999 recoveries have been reported globally due to the pandemic .

over 155,000 cases have been reported worldwide ; more than 5,800 people have died ; and over 74,000 have recovered .


over 156,000 cases have been reported worldwide ; more than 5,800 people have died ; and over 75,000 have recovered .


More than 155,999 COVID-19 cases and more than 74,999 recoveries have been reported globally due to the pandemic .


China 's response to the 2019–20 coronavirus pandemic was considered ambitious , agile and aggressive .

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 dry cough is a symptom of coronavirus .

Symptoms are most often fever , cough , and shortness of breath .


Symptoms are most often fever , dry cough , and shortness of breath .


Tourism was the worst-hit sector by the 2019-20 coronavirus pandemic following a ban on international travel to Central China , Italy , South Korea , and Iran .

Tourism is one of the worst affected sectors due to a sharp fall in tourists from mainland China and travel advisories warning against travel to parts of Central China , Italy , South Korea and Iran .


Tourism is one of the worst affected sectors due to travel bans and advise against any travel all over the world .


Coronavirus was discovered in early December 2019 and declared a controllable pandemic by the WHO on March 11 , 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 .