60,391 Coronavirus cases have been registered worldwide .


As of 13 February , 60,391 cases have been confirmed worldwide , over 99 % in mainland China .


China and the US suffered big outbreaks of Coronavirus .

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 .


Italy and South Korea show differences in deaths and tactics regarding the virus´s outbreak .

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 .


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


Live animal imports and other products were banned as well .


1.8 billion masks are produced in the Hubei province each year .

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 .


1.8 million masks are produced in the Hubei province each year .


From the 37,593 total of cases , only 17 % are severe .

As of 9 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 6,106 ( 17 % ) out of 37,593 with 2,085 having recovered.


As of 9 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 6,106 ( 17 % ) out of 37,596 with 2,085 having recovered.


From the 37,596 total of cases , only 17 % are severe .


Over 522,000 cases of COVID-19 have been registered worldwide .

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 .


Over 529,000 cases of COVID-19 have been registered worldwide .


There have been over 337,000 positive cases worldwide with over 14,400 deaths and over 96,000 recoveries .

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over 338,000 cases have been reported worldwide ; more than 14,600 people have died and over 99,000 have recovered.  < ! --


There have been over 338,000 positive cases worldwide with over 14,600 deaths and over 99,000 recoveries .


Due to the pandemic , Australia may loose over 20,000 job posts and contract its GDP by 0,2 % .

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 .


The Australian economy will lose over A $ 1 billion because of the security restrictions of the pandemic .

The total cost to the Australian economy has been estimated at well over AU $ 1 billion , a figure calculated from the cost to the tourism sector of a two-month travel ban .


BIS Oxford Economics told the Financial Times that there is a `` very real risk that gross domestic product will contract '' .


One death has been supposedly caused by pneumonia .

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 .


Over 360,000 cases of Coronavirus have been reported worldwide with less than 15,500 deaths and 100,000 recoveries .

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 .


Over 366,000 cases of Coronavirus have been reported worldwide with more than 15,500 deaths and more than 100,000 recoveries .


Over 203,000 cases of Coronavirus have been reported worldwide .

As of 18 March 2020 , more than 203,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 160 countries and territories , with major outbreaks in mainland China , Europe , Iran , and South Korea .


As of 18 March 2020 , more than 204,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 160 countries and territories , with major outbreaks in mainland China , Europe , Iran , and South Korea .


Over 204,000 cases of Coronavirus have been reported worldwide .


Over 237,000 cases of Coronavirus have been reported worldwide .

As of 19 March , more than 237,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 170 countries and territories , resulting in more than 9,900 deaths and 86,000 recoveries.  On 13 March , the WHO announced that Europe had become the new epicentre of the pandemic .


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


Over 239,800 cases of Coronavirus have been reported worldwide .


A study related to the Wuhan Outbreak was published in Nature on March 19 , 2019 .

On 19 March 2019 a study based on data ( until 29 February ) from the Wuhan Outbreak was published in Nature .


On 19 March 2020 a study based on data ( until 29 February ) from the Wuhan Outbreak was published in Nature .


A study related to the Wuhan Outbreak was published in Nature on March 19 , 2020 .


Over 197,000 Coronavirus cases have been registered worldwide .

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 .


As of 17 March 2020 , more than 198,000 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 .


Over 198,000 Coronavirus cases have been registered worldwide .


WHO delayed its decision due to the spike in Coronavirus cases .

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 .


An increase in testing has shown around 400 confirmed cases .

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


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


An increase in testing has shown more than 400 confirmed cases .


Central China , Daegu , and the cruise Diamond Princess realized good procedures to contain the spread of the Coronavirus .

Health authorities have been working to contain the spread of the disease since its discovery .


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 .


Less than 12,000 Coronavirus cases are serious .


More than 12,000 Coronavirus cases are serious .


Severe Coronavirus cases´ percentage is 14,8 % .

As of 23 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 11,553 ( 14.8 % ) out of 78,773 with 23,121 having recovered.


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


Severe Coronavirus cases´ percentage is 14,7 % .


Less than 60,400 COVID-19 cases have been confirmed in China .

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 .


More than 60,400 COVID-19 cases have been confirmed in China .


More than 1,500 coronavirus deaths happened outside mainland China .

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 .


4 Coronavirus deaths happened outside mainland China .


2,012 deaths were caused by Coronavirus .

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 .


The SARS´ death toll of 2003 was surpassed for new coronavirus .

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 .


Coronavirus has killed two people in Hong Kong .

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 .


There are around 6,499 confirmed cases with less than 113 deaths in the US .

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 .


There are around 6,509 confirmed cases with more than 113 deaths . in the US


The coronavirus outbreak was first identified in Wuhan .

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 .


Over 154,000 cases have been registered , over 5,800 have died and over 74,000 have recovered .

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 .


Over 150,000 cases have been registered , over 5,600 have died and over 73,000 have recovered .


By March 17 , more than 189,000 cases were registered .

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 .


By March 17 , more than 190,000 cases were registered .


More than 1 billion students have been affected by schools closing .

Schools and universities have closed either on a nationwide or local basis in at least 115 countries , affecting more than 1.6 billion students .


Schools and universities have closed either on a nationwide or local basis in at least 115 countries , affecting more than 950 million students .


Around 950 million students have been affected by schools closing .


Tourism activity is being affected by the close of travel attractions .

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 .


In March , the global number of cases surpassed the one in Wuhan when they started the lockdown in January .

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 .


Someone infected with Coronavirus has a dry cough .

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


Common symptoms include fever , cough and shortness of breath .


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.


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.


Laboratory-confirmed cases are less than 570 added to the 550 in mainland China .


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.


Laboratory-confirmed cases are more than 570 added to the 569 in mainland China .


Less than 970 people have recovered from Coronavirus .

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 have recovered from Coronavirus .


Outside China , the first local transmission of COVID-19 was among a Vietnamese family , while a German was the first person to contract the virus from a person outside his family .

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 .


In Asian cities and countries like Japan , healthy people use surgical masks .

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.


Laboratory-confirmed cases in China grew to a number lower to 470 .

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


In all , the total number of laboratory-confirmed cases in China increased to 473 and the death toll to 9 .


Laboratory-confirmed cases in China grew to a number higher to 470 .


Over 4,000 deaths were caused by COVID-19 .

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


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


Over 4,200 deaths were caused by COVID-19 .


more than 83,000 cases have been confirmed in over 50 countries , of which 8,000 were classified as serious .


more than 84,000 cases have been confirmed in over 50 countries , of which 8,000 were classified as serious .


More than 300 million students have been affected by school closing .

Schools have closed nationwide or locally in some countries , affecting more than 300 million students .


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


More than 370 million students have been affected by school closing .


There have been less than 2,500 coronavirus deaths , adding 26 outside mainland China .

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 .


There have been more than 2,500 coronavirus deaths , adding 27 outside mainland China .


The US , Canada , and Australia warned about traveling to countries where the disease is happening .

Several countries have issued warnings with regards to travel .


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


More than 118,000 cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed .

over 118,000 cases have been confirmed globally , of which 5,800 were classified as serious .


over 119,000 cases have been confirmed globally , of which 5,800 were classified as serious .


More than 119,000 cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed .


More than 122,000 cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed .

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 121,000 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 .


More than 121,000 cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed .


In March , the WHO declared COVID-19 outbreak a pandemic .

On 30 January , the World Health Organization declared the outbreak a Public Health Emergency of International Concern following an increase in the number of cases outside China . ,


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


The doctor Li Wenliang was punished in January for spreading false rumors .

Eight of these doctors , including Li Wenliang , were then admonished by the police for spreading supposedly false rumours , and another , Ai Fen , was reprimanded by her superiors for raising the alarm .


Eight of these doctors , including Li Wenliang ( punished on 3 January ) , were then admonished by the police for spreading supposedly false rumours , and another , Ai Fen , was reprimanded by her superiors for raising the alarm .


The unconsciousness while adopting lockdowns and the difficulty in control large groups of people helped spread 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 .


Australia has warned about traveling to areas where COVID-19 is happening .


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 UK has warned about traveling to areas where COVID-19 is happening .


More than 140,000 people recovered from COVID-19 .

More than 141,000 people have since recovered .


More than 139,000 people have since recovered .


Less than 140,000 people recovered from COVID-19 .


More than 30,300 people have died of COVID-19 worldwide .

more than 656,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 30,400 deaths .


more than 650,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 30,200 deaths .


Less than 30,300 people have died of COVID-19 worldwide .


Less than 110,000 cases of coronavirus have been confirmed in the United States .

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 .


More than 110,000 cases of coronavirus have been confirmed in the United States .


Less than 200 people have died from coronavirus in the United States .

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 .


More than 200 people have died from coronavirus in the United States .


Italy surpassed the 10,000 coronavirus-related deaths on a Saturday .

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 .


Italy surpassed the 10,000 coronavirus-related deaths on March 28 , 2020 .


The state media declared that Xi Jinping had known crucial details about the outbreak .

Despite assurances published by the central government that Xi Jinping had known about the outbreak through releasing transcript of a speech government officials said was made on 7 January where Xi Jinping `` gave instructions for fighting the virus '' , critics have expressed doubt and believe that systemic censorship had completely `` blindsighted '' central authorities , pointing out that Xi Jinping `` would have every incentive to act quickly '' as a Central Committee member during the SARS outbreak if the central government had really known the outbreak 's severity .


Despite assurances published by the state media that Xi Jinping had known `` crucial details '' about the outbreak through the releasing of a speech transcript government officials said was made on 7 January where Xi Jinping `` gave instructions for fighting the virus '' , critics have expressed doubt and believe that systemic censorship had completely `` blindsighted '' central authorities , pointing out that Xi Jinping `` would have every incentive to act quickly '' as a Central Committee member during the SARS outbreak if the central government had really known the outbreak 's severity .


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

In no particular order , these were Thailand , Japan , Macau , South Korea , Taiwan , the United States , Hong Kong , Singapore , France , Nepal , Vietnam , Australia , Malaysia , Canada , Cambodia , Germany , Finland , Sri Lanka , the United Arab Emirates , India , Italy , the Philippines , the United Kingdom , Russia , Sweden , Spain , Belgium , Egypt , Iran , Israel , Lebanon , Afghanistan , Bahrain , Kuwait , Iraq , Oman , Algeria , Austria , Brazil , Croatia , Switzerland , Greece , Pakistan , North Macedonia , Georgia , Norway , Romania , Denmark , Estonia , Northern Ireland , San Marino , the Netherlands , Nigeria , Belarus , Lithuania , New Zealand , Mexico , Azerbaijan , Iceland , Monaco , Qatar , Ecuador , Luxembourg , Ireland , Armenia , the Dominican Republic , and the Czech Republic .


In no particular order , these were Thailand , Japan , Macau , South Korea , Taiwan , the United States , Hong Kong , Singapore , France , Nepal , Vietnam , Australia , Malaysia , Canada , Cambodia , Germany , Finland , Sri Lanka , the United Arab Emirates , India , Italy , the Philippines , the United Kingdom , Russia , Sweden , Spain , Belgium , Egypt , Iran , Israel , Lebanon , Afghanistan , Bahrain , Kuwait , Iraq , Oman , Algeria , Austria , Brazil , Croatia , Switzerland , Greece , Pakistan , North Macedonia , Georgia , Norway , Romania , Denmark , Estonia , Northern Ireland , San Marino , the Netherlands , Nigeria , Belarus , Lithuania , New Zealand , Mexico , Azerbaijan , Iceland , Monaco , Qatar , Ecuador , Luxembourg , Ireland , Armenia , the Dominican Republic , the Czech Republic and Indonesia .


More than 9,900 coronavirus-related deaths have been registered around the world .

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.


More people have died from coronavirus in Italy than in China .


The Dominican Republic and the Czech Republic are among the countries that have registered cases of coronavirus .

In no particular order , these were Thailand , Japan , Macau , South Korea , Taiwan , United States , Hong Kong , Singapore , France , Nepal , Vietnam , Australia , Malaysia , Canada , Cambodia , Germany , Finland , Sri Lanka , United Arab Emirates , India , Italy , the Philippines , the United Kingdom , Russia , Sweden , Spain , Belgium , Egypt , Iran , Israel , Lebanon , Afghanistan , Bahrain , Kuwait , Iraq , Oman , Algeria , Austria , Brazil , Croatia , Switzerland , Greece , Pakistan , North Macedonia , Georgia , Norway , Romania , Denmark , Estonia , Northern Ireland , San Marino , Netherlands , Nigeria , Belarus , Lithuania , New Zealand , Mexico , Azerbaijan , Iceland , Monaco , Qatar , Ecuador , Luxembourg , Ireland and Armenia .


In no particular order , these were Thailand , Japan , Macau , South Korea , Taiwan , the United States , Hong Kong , Singapore , France , Nepal , Vietnam , Australia , Malaysia , Canada , Cambodia , Germany , Finland , Sri Lanka , the United Arab Emirates , India , Italy , the Philippines , the United Kingdom , Russia , Sweden , Spain , Belgium , Egypt , Iran , Israel , Lebanon , Afghanistan , Bahrain , Kuwait , Iraq , Oman , Algeria , Austria , Brazil , Croatia , Switzerland , Greece , Pakistan , North Macedonia , Georgia , Norway , Romania , Denmark , Estonia , Northern Ireland , San Marino , Netherlands , Nigeria , Belarus , Lithuania , New Zealand , Mexico , Azerbaijan , Iceland , Monaco , Qatar , Ecuador , Luxembourg , Ireland , Armenia , the Dominican Republic and the Czech Republic .


Some believe that the first quarantine of Hubei was successful .

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


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


Less than 134,000 recoveries have been registered .

More than 133,000 people have since recovered .


More than 134,000 people have since recovered .


More than 134,000 recoveries have been registered .


Less than 27,500 people have died from coronavirus in over 190 countries and territories .

more than 601,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 27,400 deaths .


more than 605,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 200 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 27,600 deaths .


More than 27,500 people have died from coronavirus in over 200 countries and territories .


Students from more than 12 schools in the Seattle area stopped attending classes on March 3 .

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 .


The first symptoms of coronavirus were reported on December 12 , 2019

The first reported symptoms were on 12 December 2019 and by 5 January 2020 , there were 59 suspected cases .


Symptoms were reported between 12 and 29 December 2019 , and by 5 January 2020 there were 59 suspected cases .


People reported symptoms of coronavirus between 12 and 29 December 2019 .


Less than 163,000 cases of coronavirus had been confirmed by March 15 , 2020 .

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 .


More than 163,000 cases of coronavirus had been confirmed by March 15 , 2020 .


Iran 's Press TV accused Zionist elements of developing a deadlier strain of coronavirus against Iran .

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


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


Some writers in the Arabic media accused the United States of deliberately creating and spreading the COVID-19 virus .


`` Unidentified pneumonia '' was added to the CHP 's list of notifiable diseases .

To give greater authority on quarantine , the CHP also added `` unidentified pneumonia '' to their list of notifiable diseases .


The country also shortened hospital visits and made it a requirement for visitors to wear face masks .


Visitors are required to wear face masks in hospitals .


It is presumed that less than 5,400 have died from coronavirus .

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


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


It is presumed that more than 5,400 have died from coronavirus .


The coronavirus outbreak was first identified after November 30 , 2019 .

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 coronavirus outbreak was first identified before November 30 , 2019 .


The running tally of the number of people tested for the coronavirus across the US was deleted from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 's website .

On 4 March , the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention of the United States deleted the running tally of the number of people tested for the coronavirus across the US from its website .


President of the United States Donald Trump has vowed to `` keep the numbers low '' , leading to claims that he is trying to limit the magnitude of the published statistics .


Donald Trump is the President of the United States .


It takes four hours to get to Hong Kong by train .

Hong Kong is a four-hour train journey away.


It is a major transportation hub in central China , approximately 700 miles south of Beijing , 500 miles west of Shanghai , and 600 miles north of Hong Kong.


Beijing , Shanghai , and Hong Kong are Chinese cities .


The COVID-19 virus is believed to spread between people primarily via respiratory droplets .

The virus appears to mainly spread via respiratory droplets and not through the air , though it may also survive for three hours in aerosol form .


While the virus dose not generally spread through the air , it may survive for up to three hours in aerosol form .


Less than 645,000 cases of coronavirus have been confirmed .

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


more than 645,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 200 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 29,900 deaths .


More than 645,000 cases of coronavirus have been confirmed .


Less than 640,000 cases of coronavirus have been confirmed .

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


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


More than 640,000 cases of coronavirus have been confirmed .


Less than 400,000 cases of coronavirus had been confirmed by March 24 .

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


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 .


More than 400,000 cases of coronavirus had been confirmed by March 24 .


Less than 106,000 people had recovered from coronavirus by March 24 .

As of 24 March , more than 407,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in more than 190 countries and territories , resulting in more than 18,200 deaths and more than 104,000 recoveries .


As of 24 March , more than 407,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in more than 190 countries and territories , resulting in more than 18,200 deaths and more than 107,000 recoveries .


More than 106,000 people had recovered from coronavirus by March 24 .


An international online database of imaging findings for confirmed coronavirus cases is being compiled by the Italian Radiological Society .

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 .


Tedros Adhanom is the director of the WHO .

On 24 February , its director , Tedros Adhanom , warned that the virus could become a global pandemic due to increasing numbers of cases outside China .


On 24 February , WHO director Tedros Adhanom warned that the virus could become a global pandemic because of the increasing number of cases outside China .


The WHO formally refers to the 2019–20 Wuhan coronavirus outbreak as The outbreak of novel coronavirus ( 2019-nCoV ) .

The 2019–20 Wuhan coronavirus outbreak is an ongoing viral epidemic primarily affecting Mainland China , along with isolated cases in 27 other countries and territories .


The 2019–20 Wuhan coronavirus outbreak or formally referred to by WHO as The outbreak of novel coronavirus ( 2019-nCoV ) , is an ongoing viral epidemic primarily affecting Mainland China , along with isolated cases in 27 other countries and territories .


The first coronavirus-related death in Europe occurred in France on February 14 , 2020 .

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 .


Oman is among the countries that have closed their borders due to the coronavirus outbreak .

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


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


A total of 967 people have recovered from coronavirus .

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


493 deaths have been attributed to the virus since the first confirmed death on 9 January , with 967 recoveries .


Less than 7,000 coronavirus-related deaths have been registered .

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 7,000 coronavirus-related deaths have been registered .


There were less than 4,000 severe cases of coronavirus by February 7 , 2020 .

As of 7 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 3,863 ( 14 % ) out of 31,481 with 1,387 having recovered.


As of 7 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 4,824 ( 15.3 % ) out of 31,481 with 1,387 having recovered.


There were more than 4,000 severe cases of coronavirus by February 7 , 2020 .


Less than 184,000 cases of coronavirus had been confirmed by March 16 .

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 .


More than 184,000 cases of coronavirus had been confirmed by March 16 .


The Human Rights Watch stated that there was much misinformation circulating on Chinese social media .

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.


More than 7,900 people have died from coronavirus in over 160 countries and territories .

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 .


China , Europe , Iran , South Korea , and the United States are the countries with the highest number of coronavirus cases .


On 26 January , a leading group on the prevention and control of the novel coronavirus outbreak was established , led by Premier Li Keqiang , who visited Wuhan to direct the epidemic prevention work on 27 January .


On 26 January , a leading group on the prevention and control of the novel coronavirus outbreak was established , led by Chinese Premier Li Keqiang , who visited Wuhan to direct the epidemic prevention work on 27 January .


It is believed that the COVID-19 virus spreads mostly through coughing .

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 .


Less than 77,250 cases of coronavirus had been confirmed by February 21 , 2020 .

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.


A total of 77,250 cases of coronavirus had been confirmed by February 21 , 2020 .


More than 8,250 cases of coronavirus were classified as serious .

Of these , 8,469 cases were classified as serious .


Of these , 8,091 cases were classified as serious .


Less than 8,250 cases of coronavirus were classified as serious .


Qatar was among the countries that have reported cases of coronavirus .

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


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


Less than 78,500 cases of coronavirus had been confirmed by February 22 .

As of 22 February 2020 , 77,984 cases have been confirmed , including in all provinces of China and more than two dozen other countries .


As of 22 February 2020 , 78,629 cases have been confirmed , including in all provinces of China and more than two dozen other countries .


More than 78,500 cases of coronavirus had been confirmed by February 22 .


There were 78,773 confirmed cases of coronavirus in China and more than 20 other countries before February 23 , 2020 .

As of 22 February 2020 , 78,773 cases have been confirmed , including in all provinces of China and more than two dozen other countries .


As of 23 February 2020 , 78,773 cases have been confirmed , including in all provinces of China and more than two dozen other countries .


There were 78,773 confirmed cases of coronavirus in China and more than 20 other countries by February 23 , 2020 .


The sum of coronavirus cases reported in over 190 countries is lower than 594,000 .

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 .


The sum of coronavirus cases reported in over 190 countries is higher than 594,000 .


Over 4 coronavirus cases had been reported in Macau by January 26 , 2020 .

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 .


Toyota stopped production in Mainland China during the coronavirus pandemic .

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 .


Japanese manufacturers stopped all 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 .


More than 100 people had died from coronavirus in China by January 27 , 2020 .

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


Confirmed cases have been reported by several countries across Asia , Oceania , Europe , and North America .


Several countries in four different continents have reported positive coronavirus cases .


Less than 4,550 people infected with coronavirus have recovered from the disease .

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 .


More than 4,550 people infected with coronavirus have recovered from the disease .


Less than 60,395 coronavirus cases had been reported by February 13 , 2020 .

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 .


More than 60,395 coronavirus cases had been reported by February 13 , 2020 .


60,406 coronavirus cases had been reported by February 13 , 2020 .

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 .


More than 60,406 coronavirus cases had been reported by February 13 , 2020 .


More than 99 % of the confirmed coronavirus cases around the world by February 15 , 2020 , were from 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 the confirmed coronavirus cases around the world by February 15 , 2020 , were from mainland China .


Diamond Princess is a British cruise ship .

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 .


The CDC thought the COVID-19 virus would be a small threat in the United States .

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 cases reported by over 190 countries are lower than 720,000 , with less than 33,850 deaths .

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 .


Coronavirus cases reported by over 190 countries are higher than 720,000 , with more than 33,850 deaths .


Narendra Modi is a member of the Bharatiya Janata Party in India .

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.


The coronavirus disease was in all province-level divisions of China before March 2020 .

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


The disease is caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 ( SARS-CoV-2 ) , which emerged in Wuhan , Hubei , China in December 2019 and spread to every province-level division of the country by February 2020 .


WHO 's emergency committee can change their decision against declaring the coronavirus outbreak a public health emergency of international concern .

On 23 January 2020 , the WHO decided against declaring the outbreak a public health emergency of international concern .


On 23 January 2020 , the 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 .


Less than 900 coronavirus cases had been confirmed in China by January 23 , 2020 .

Lisa Schnirring : WHO decision on nCoV emergency delayed as cases spike 23 January 2020 CIDRAP News , accessed 23 January 2020 Extensive testing has revealed over 800 confirmed cases in China , some of whom are healthcare workers .


Lisa Schnirring : WHO decision on nCoV emergency delayed as cases spike 23 January 2020 CIDRAP News , accessed 23 January 2020 Extensive testing has revealed over 900 confirmed cases in China , some of whom are healthcare workers .


More than 900 coronavirus cases had been confirmed in China by January 23 , 2020 .


Chinese correspondents were informed by an epidemiologist from a team of medical specialists that the Wuhan coronavirus outbreak was much larger than that of SARS .

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.


Iraj Harirchi is Iran 's deputy health minister .

Iran 's deputy health minister , Iraj Harirchi , in a conference on the same day denied that those allegations of understated numbers were valid , although he admitted a day after that he had tested positive for the virus.


Iran 's deputy health minister , , in a conference on the same day denied that those allegations of understated numbers were valid , although he admitted a day after that he had tested positive for the virus.


Under 4,300 coronavirus-related deaths have been confirmed .

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 .


Over 4,300 coronavirus-related deaths have been confirmed .


Evacuation and cargo flights from China to Iran have been extremely sanitized .

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 .


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


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


Students from the University of Washington stopped attending physical classes on March 6 , 2020 , due to coronavirus .

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


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


There have been less than 13,000 confirmed cases in Italy before March 12 .

As of 11 March , there have been 12,462 confirmed cases , 827 deaths , and 1,045 recoveries in Italy.


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


There have been more than 14,000 confirmed cases in Italy after March 12 .


Around 5,000 people have died from the disease .

Around 5,000 peoplehave died from the disease .


Over 5,000 people have died from the disease .


Around 270 people in other countries have died .

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


More than 3,200 people have died : just over 3,000 in mainland China and around 280 in other countries .


Around 280 people in other countries have died .


Less than 275 people have died of coronavirus outside mainland China .


More than 275 people have died of coronavirus outside mainland China .


More than 59,000 people have recovered from coronavirus disease .

More than 59,000 people have recovered .


More than 60,000 people have recovered .


More than 60,000 people have recovered from coronavirus disease .


More than 59,000 people have recovered .


An article in The Lancet estimated that more than 75,500 individuals have been infected in Wuhan , with an estimated doubling time of 6·4 days in the period of study .

On 31 January 2020 , an article in The Lancet estimated that 75,815 individuals ( 95 % CrI 37,304–130,330 ) have been infected in Wuhan as of 25 January , with a doubling time of 6·4 days .


On 31 January 2020 , an article in The Lancet estimated that 75,815 individuals ( 95 % CrI 37,304–130,330 ) have been infected in Wuhan as of 25 January , with an estimated doubling time of 6·4 days in the period of study .


Less than 35,000 cases have been confirmed , including in every province-level division of China .

As of 8 February 2020 , 34,964 cases have been confirmed ( 6,106 serious ) , including in every province-level division of China .


As of 8 February 2020 , 37,111 cases have been confirmed ( 6,106 serious ) , including in every province-level division of China .


More than 37,000 cases have been confirmed , including in every province-level division of China .


The number of severe cases is more than 15 % .

As of 12 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 6,495 ( 16 % ) out of 45,171 with 4,463 having recovered.


As of 12 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 6,495 ( 14 % ) out of 45,171 with 4,463 having recovered.


The number of severe cases is less than 15 % .


Less than 37,200 cases have been confirmed , including in every province-level division of China .


As of 8 February 2020 , 37,552 cases have been confirmed ( 6,106 serious ) , including in every province-level division of China .


More than 37,500 cases have been confirmed , including in every province-level division of China .


Less than 60,100 cases have been confirmed , including in every province-level division of China .

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 .


As of 13 February 2020 , 60,330 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 .


More than 60,300 cases have been confirmed , including in every province-level division of China .


COVID-19 , caused by the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus started after November 2019 .

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


An ongoing outbreak of 2019-nCoV acute respiratory disease ( COVID-19 ) caused by the SARS-CoV-2 that started in December 2019 .


The first death outside of Asia was confirmed in Paris , France , before February 16 , 2020 .

They were the first foreigners killed by the virus.


They were the first foreigners killed by the virus.. The first death outside of Asia was confirmed in Paris , France , on 15 February 2020 , when an 80-year-old Chinese tourist from Hubei died after being in hospital since 25 January.


Less than 64,471 cases have been confirmed .

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 .


As of 14 February 2020 , 64,473 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 .


More than 64,472 cases have been confirmed .


More than 48,400 people have recovered .


More than 50,000 people have recovered .


More than 184,000 cases of the disease have been reported in over 160 countries and territories .

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


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


More than 185,000 cases of the disease have been reported in over 160 countries and territories .


More than 284,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 180 countries and territories .

As of 21 March , more than 284,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 180 countries and territories , resulting in more than 11,800 deaths and 93,000 recoveries .


As of 21 March , more than 286,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 180 countries and territories , resulting in more than 11,800 deaths and 93,000 recoveries .


More than 286,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 180 countries and territories .


More than 256,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in at least 180 countries and territories .

As of 20 March , more than 256,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in at least 180 countries and territories , resulting in more than 10,500 deaths and 89,000 recoveries .


As of 20 March , more than 259,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in at least 183 countries and territories , resulting in more than 10,500 deaths and 89,000 recoveries .


More than 259,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in at least 183 countries and territories .


There were more than 27,000 confirmed cases and more than 2,700 recoveries in Italy .

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


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


There were less than 25,000 confirmed cases and less than 2,400 recoveries in Italy .


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

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


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


On 31 January 2020 , Twitter permanently suspended the account of Zero Hedge due to the concern of disinformation . *


On 31 January 2020 , Twitter permanently suspended the account of Zero Hedge due to its violation of the platform manipulation policy . *


Twitter permanently suspended the account of Zero Hedge due to its violation of the platform manipulation policy .


The government will close primary and secondary schools for two more weeks on top of the previously scheduled Lunar New Year holiday .

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 .


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 .


Sri Lanka has warned of a short term impact on the tourism sector .

Sri Lanka has warned of a short term impact on the tourism sector.


Public health responses have included national pandemic response plans .

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


Public health responses have included national pandemic response plans , travel restrictions , quarantines , curfews , event postponements and cancellations , and facility closures .


Nightengale Hospital London , constructed within the ExCel convention center over a less than 10 day period .

The first to be operational was the 4000-bed capacity NHS Nightingale Hospital London , built and opened in 9 days.


The first to be operational was the 4000-bed capacity NHS Nightingale Hospital London , constructed within the ExCel convention centre over a 9 day period.


The virus spread is known to occur up to two days before symptoms appear and in later stages of the disease .

The virus is most contagious during the first three days after onset of symptoms , although spread has been reported before symptoms appear and in later stages of the disease .


The virus is most contagious during the first three days after onset of symptoms , although spread is known to occur up to two days before before symptoms appear and in later stages of the disease .


There were questions raised as to whether Wuhan really is the center of the outbreak or simply the place it was first identified .

It has not however shown to be of the same severity as SARS , and questions raised include whether the virus has been circulating for longer than previously thought and whether Wuhan really is the center of the outbreak .


It has not however shown to be of the same severity as SARS , and questions raised include whether the virus has been circulating for longer than previously thought and whether Wuhan really is the center of the outbreak or simply the place it was first identified .


Cats should be kept inside if owners show coronavirus symptoms , according to veterinary scientists .

Coronavirus ( COVID-19 ) : advice for people with animals


Coronavirus ( COVID-19 ) : advice for people with animalsChloe Taylor , Cats should be kept inside if owners show coronavirus symptoms , veterinary scientists say , 8 April 2020 , CNBC


Confirmed cases include one woman 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 .


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 and one woman in the United States , and one man in Macau .


China has already sent more than 2 medical teams and donated over 40 tons of medical supplies to Italy .

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


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


More than five people were put under observation in Quebec after showing signs of a respiratory virus since recently returning from China , before January 23 .

Six people were put under observation in Quebec after travelling to China and showing signs of a respiratory virus.


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


Anyone who suspects themselves to carry the virus is advised to wear a surgical mask .

Anyone who suspects themselves to carry the virus are advised to wear a surgical mask and seek medical advice by calling a doctor rather than directly visiting the clinic in person .


Anyone who suspects themselves to carry the virus are advised to wear a protective mask and seek medical advice by calling a doctor rather than directly visiting the clinic in person .


San Francisco based Vir Biotechnology is evaluating if previously identified monoclonal antibodies are effective against the virus .

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


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


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


Researchers at Northeastern University and Imperial College London estimated that the number of actual infections may be more than 9 times higher than those confirmed at the time of reporting .

Based on cases reported and assuming a 10-day delay between infection and detection , researchers at Northeastern University and Imperial College London estimated that the number of infections may be 10 times higher than those reported .


Based on cases reported and assuming a 10-day delay between infection and detection , researchers at Northeastern University and Imperial College London estimated that the number of actual infections may be 10 times higher than those confirmed at the time of reporting .


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

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


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


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


Around 80,995 cases have been confirmed before February 26 .

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


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


More than 80,999 cases have been confirmed after February 25 .


The outbreak was first identified in Wuhan , Hubei , China before the end of November 2019 .

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


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


The epidemic was reported to be present in more than 46 of the 50 states , plus the District of Columbia before March 14 .

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


As of 14 March , the epidemic was reported to be present in 47 of the 50 states , plus the District of Columbia .


The epidemic was reported to be present in more than 46 of the 50 states , plus the District of Columbia after March 13 .


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


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


More than 3,500 people have died due to the pandemic .

More than 3,500 people have died : around 3,100 in mainland China and around 500 in other countries .


More than 3,600 people have died : around 3,100 in mainland China and around 500 in other countries .


More than 3,600 people have died due to the pandemic .


Over 149,000 cases have been reported in around 140 countries and territories .

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


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


Over 149,000 cases have been reported in around 150 countries and territories .


In China , the daily rate of new confirmed cases peaked before January 28 , although diagnosed via throat swab peaked after February 3 .

In China , the daily rate of new confirmed cases peaked between 23 to 27 January , although diagnosed via throat swab peaked on 4 February .


In China , the daily rate of new cases peaked between 23 to 27 January .


More than 597,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories .

more than 597,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 27,300 deaths .


more than 598,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 27,300 deaths .


More than 598,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories .


More than 134,000 people have since recovered .


More than 137,000 people have since recovered .


There was a lack of federal government approval for non-government test kits , by academia , companies , and hospitals , until the end of February .

Testing was marred by defective test kits produced by the government in February , a lack of approval for non-government test kits ( by academia , companies and hospitals ) until the end of February , and restrictive criteria for people to qualify for a test until early March ( a doctor 's order was required thereafter ) .


Testing was marred by defective test kits produced by the federal government in February , a lack of federal government approval for non-government test kits ( by academia , companies and hospitals ) until the end of February , and restrictive criteria for people to qualify for a test until early March ( a doctor 's order was required thereafter ) .


More than 559,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories .

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


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


More than 592,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories

more than 592,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 27,100 deaths .


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 593,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories


The pre-alert basic reproduction number has been estimated to be 3.11 .

The basic reproduction number has been estimated to be 3.11 , which means on average an infected person will infect 3 others .


The pre-alerte basic reproduction number has been estimated to be 3.11 , which means on average an infected person will infect 3 others .


At a Sunday mass at St. Peter 's Square in Vatican City on 26 January , Pope Francis praised `` the great commitment by the Chinese community .

At a Sunday mass at St. Peter 's Square on 26 Jan , Pope Francis praised `` the great commitment by the Chinese community that has already been put in place to combat the epidemic '' and commenced a closing prayer for `` the people who are sick because of the virus that has spread through China '' .


At a Sunday mass at St. Peter 's Square in Vatican City on 26 January , Pope Francis praised `` the great commitment by the Chinese community that has already been put in place to combat the epidemic '' and commenced a closing prayer for `` the people who are sick because of the virus that has spread through China '' .


On 10 February 2020 , less than 40,623 cases of coronavirus have been confirmed in China .

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


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


On 10 February 2020 , more than 40,623 cases of coronavirus have been confirmed in China .


On 19 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 12,056 out of 75,291 .

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


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


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


On 15 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 10,627 out of less than 67,105 with less than 8,195 having recovered .

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


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


On 15 February 2020 , the number of severe cases is 10,627 out of more than 67,105 with more than 8,195 having recovered .


On 13 February 2020 , less than 64,650 cases of coronavirus have been confirmed including in every province-level division of China .

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


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


On 13 February 2020 , more than 65,200 cases of coronavirus have been confirmed including in every province-level division of China ,


Several localities , such as the United States , Italy , and Hong Kong , also witnessed panic buying that led to shelves being cleared of grocery essentials .

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


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


On 27 March , less than 549,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries .

As of 27 March , more than 542,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 190 countries and territories , resulting in approximately 24,300 deaths and more than 126,000 recoveries .


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


On 27 March , more than 549,000 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in over 200 countries .


A new coronavirus was identified in Wuhan , after people developed pneumonia without a clear cause on 16 January .

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


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


A new coronavirus was identified in Wuhan , after 41 people developed pneumonia without a clear cause on 1 December .


On 5 February 2020 , approximately 24,552 cases of coronavirus have been confirmed .

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


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


On 5 February 2020 , approximately 24,553 cases of coronavirus have been confirmed .


On 30 January 2020 , less than 9,850 cases of coronavirus have been confirmed .

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


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


On 30 January 2020 , more than 9,900 cases of coronavirus have been confirmed .


To clarify the specific goal of reducing close physical contact , the WHO and other health bodies began to replace the use of the term `` social distancing '' with `` physical distancing '' .

In late-March 2020 , the WHO and other health bodies began to replace use of the term `` social distancing '' with `` physical distancing '' , in order to clarify the specific goal of reducing close physical contact .


In late March 2020 , the WHO and other health bodies began to replace use of the term `` social distancing '' with `` physical distancing '' , to clarify the goal of reducing physical contact .


On 21 January , the number of laboratory-confirmed cases of coronavirus stands at 303 , including less than 300 in China .

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


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


On 21 January , the number of laboratory-confirmed cases of coronavirus stands at 308 , including more than 300 in China .


Hong Kong , Macau , and Taiwan tightened its border surveillance .

As a result , Hong Kong , Macau and Taiwan tightened their border surveillance.1 January 2020 : The fish and animal market suspected of being linked to the pneumonia cases was closed for cleaning and disinfection .


As a result , Hong Kong , Macau and Taiwan tightened their inbound screening process.1 January 2020 : The fish and animal market suspected of being linked to the pneumonia cases was closed for cleaning and disinfection .


Hong Kong , Macau , and Taiwan tightened its inbound screening process .


In the context of the coronavirus pandemic , Japan donated one million face masks to Wuhan .

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


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


On 19 February , the Singapore Red Cross announced that it would send 2.26 million dollars worth of aid to China .


The US administration of Donald Trump has pushed back against such disinformation saying that China 's `` censorship supercharged a virus that has now turned into a global pandemic '' .

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


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


The Health Secretary of the state of Minas Gerais reported on January 22 a suspected case in Belo Horizonte from a traveler .

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


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


The Health Secretary of the state of Minas Gerais reported on January 22 a suspected case in Belo Horizonte from a Brazilian .


A concern exacerbated by the expectation of a high number of travelers for Chinese New Year , which begins on 25 January 2020 .

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


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


The University of Southampton 's Global Health Research Institute created a risk map .

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


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


Researchers of the University of Southampton 's Geography and Environmental Science Department created a risk map .


Less than 2,200 people had presumably died of coronavirus before 21 February .

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


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


More than 2,200 people had presumably died of coronavirus after 20 February .


Less than 9,934 positive coronavirus cases had been reported by January 31 , 2020 .

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


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


More than 9,933 positive coronavirus cases had been reported by January 31 , 2020 .


Analysts have predicted a huge economic fallout as a result of the coronavirus epidemic .

The fallout has been expected to be bigger than SARS.


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


Less than 55 Myanmarian students were stranded near Wuhan before being repatriated .

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


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


More than 55 Myanmarian students were stranded near Wuhan before being repatriated .


The Chinese New Year is the busiest travel period in China .

The epidemic coincided with the Chinese New Year , a major festival season in the region and the busiest travel period in China .


The epidemic coincided with the New Year , which marks a major festival season for the region and the busiest travel period in China .


An individual who had never been to the market considered as the source of 2019-nCoV started showing the first symptoms on 1 December 2019 .

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


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


Less than 493 coronavirus fatalities have been reported .

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


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


More than 492 coronavirus fatalities have been reported .


Less than 71,441 coronavirus cases had been reported by 17 February 2020 .

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


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


More than 71,440 coronavirus cases had been reported by 17 February 2020 .


Coronavirus patients can spread virus particles through coughing and sneezing .

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


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


The sexagenarian who became the first confirmed Covid-19 fatality had been hospitalized in Wuhan on December 27 , 2019 .

The first reported death due to nCoV infection was a 61-year-old man on 9 January 2020 who first became ill in Wuhan on 27 December 2019 .


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


Less than 28,282 positive coronavirus cases had been reported by 6 February 2020 .

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


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


More than 28,282 positive coronavirus cases had been reported by 6 February 2020 .


Less than 64,472 positive coronavirus cases had been reported globally by 14 February .

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


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


More than 64,472 positive coronavirus cases had been reported globally by 14 February .


Less than 2,465 people have presumably died of coronavirus .

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


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


More than 2,465 people have presumably died of coronavirus .


Less than 25,000 coronavirus recoveries have been registered .


More than 25,000 coronavirus recoveries have been registered .


Less than 2,629 people have presumably died of coronavirus .

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


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


More than 2,628 people have presumably died of coronavirus .


Less than 60,390 coronavirus cases had been registered by 13 February 2020 .

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


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


More than 60,390 coronavirus cases had been registered by 13 February 2020 .


Less than 6,500 have presumably died of coronavirus .

more than 6,400 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


more than 6,500 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


Over 6,500 have presumably died of coronavirus .


Lithuania banned almost all non-citizens or non-residents from crossing the country 's borders during the coronavirus pandemic .

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


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


Wuhan was a major hotspot of the coronavirus pandemic by January 27 .

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


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


Italy is considering imitating another country 's measures to fight the spread of coronavirus .

Australia , Brazil , the Czech Republic , France , Pakistan , India , Japan , the Philippines , and Russia are considering similar measures .


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


The US CDC encouraged elders and people with severe chronic conditions to avoid crowds and self-isolate at their residencies .

Older adults and those with serious chronic conditions face increased risk of serious illness and complications and have been advised by the US CDC to avoid crowds and stay home as much as possible in areas of community outbreak.


The high-risk group includes older adults ( 60 years of age and olderAt-risk groups and coronavirus ) , those with a weak immune system ( i.e . due to cancer treatment , treatment for autoimmune diseases , HIV , organ transplant or bone-marrow transplant ) , smokersAt-risk groups and coronavirus and those with serious underlying medical conditions ( such as heart disease , diabetes , lung disease face increased risk of serious illness and complications and have been advised to avoid crowds and stay home as much as possible in areas of community outbreak.


Adults over 60 years , smokers , and people with a weak immune system are considered at-risk groups during the coronavirus pandemic .


US CDC has warned the elderly and people with underlying health conditions to remain indoors .


People who are at risk of the coronavirus include ; people above 50 years old and older , people who have frail defense mechanisms because of treating cancer , on medication for lambert-eaton syndrome , HIV organ grafting/ bone marrow graft and people who smoke . People who have heart problems , diabetes , respiratory illness are at high risk of complications .


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


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


Coronavirus caused more than 1,600 deaths .


Less than 1,600 people have died from coronavirus .


More than 1,600 people have died from coronavirus .


The `` Nine Provinces ' Thoroughfare '' has been an important transport hub of China since before the 10th century .

It has been a major transport hub of the country since at least 618 when it was the `` Nine Provinces ' Thoroughfare '' ( ) , and the Wuhan Railway Hub is one of the four most important railway hubs in China .


It has been a major transport hub of the country for centuries and known as `` Nine Provinces ' Thoroughfare '' ( ) since at least the 17th century , and the Wuhan Railway Hub is one of the four most important railway hubs in China .


The `` Nine Provinces ' Thoroughfare '' became an important transport hub of China after the 10th century .


The `` Nine Provinces ' Thoroughfare '' has been gaining importance from almost sixteen centuries ago when it gained its name .


The `` Nine Provinces ' Thoroughfare '' has that name since the 17th century .


Police are arresting people who are protesting in an online environment against governments , even a man was imprisoned for more than one week

Some have used `` Chernobyl disaster '' in lieu of the coronavirus or referred to Xi Jinping as “ Trump ” in order to avoid online censors .


Reports have described how police have detained people for online posts critical of authorities ' response to the epidemic , with a case on 25 January in Tianjin where a man was detained for 10 days for `` maliciously publishing aggressive , insulting speech against medical personnel '' .


The word `` coronavirus '' was replaced by the term `` Chernobyl disaster '' in some media to avoid censorship .


Some users who had published criticism towards the authorities online were arrested by the police .


Some have falsely claimed that the virus can be cured through treatment with chlorine dioxide . *


YouTuber Jordan Sather and Twitter 's ChiefPolice falsely claimed that the virus can be cured through treatment with chlorine dioxide . *


It is probable that the first person who tested positive for Covid-19 in Japan had been in contact with a carrier .

Japan confirms 1st case of infection with new coronavirus from China He had not visited the Huanan Seafood Market.


Japan confirms 1st case of infection with new coronavirus from China He had not visited the Huanan Seafood Market , and may likely had been in close contact with a carrier.


Less than 37,600 positive coronavirus cases had been registered by 9 February 2020 , with less than 6,150 of them considered serious .

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


As of 9 February 2020 , 37,603 cases have been confirmed ( 6,198 serious ) , including in every province-level division of China .


More than 37,600 positive coronavirus cases had been registered by 9 February 2020 , with more than 6,150 of them considered serious .


Under 37,600 Coronavirus cases have been confirmed of which under 6,150 are serious .


Over 37,600 Coronavirus cases have been confirmed of which over 6,150 are serious .


Lunar New Year events are usually crowded .

Many New Year events and tourist attractions have been closed to prevent mass gatherings , including the Forbidden City in Beijing and traditional temple fairs .


Many Lunar New Year events and tourist attractions have been closed to prevent mass gatherings , including the Forbidden City in Beijing and traditional temple fairs .


The majority of Lunar New Year events were cancelled due to Coronavirus .


Less than 2,840 people had presumably died from coronavirus by February 27 .

As of 27 February , 2,814 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


As of 27 February , 2,858 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


More than 2,840 people had presumably died from coronavirus by February 27 .


Under 2,820 people have died because of COVID-19 .


Over 2,850 people died because of COVID-19 .


Less than 4,600 people have presumably died from coronavirus .

more than 4,500 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


more than 4,600 deaths have been attributed to COVID-19 .


More than 4,600 people have presumably died from coronavirus .


Over 4,500 deaths were caused by COVID-19 .


Over 4,600 deaths were caused by COVID-19 .


People have been encouraged to cover their mouth and nose with a bent elbow or a tissue when coughing or sneezing to prevent the spread of coronavirus .

Recommended preventive measures include handwashing , covering mouth and nose with a bent elbow or a tissue when coughing or sneezing ( and disposing of the tissue immediately ) , maintaining distance from other people ( particularly those who are unwell ) , and monitoring and self-isolation for fourteen days for people who suspect they are infected .


Recommended preventive measures include handwashing , covering mouth when coughing , maintaining distance from other people ( particularly those who are unwell ) , and monitoring and self-isolation for fourteen days for people who suspect they are infected .


To prevent the spread of Coronavirus it is recommended to dispone and use paper tissues when coughing or sneezing .