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- February 2, 2020
- 8:47 am
Coronavirus epidemic update by pulmonologist Dr. Seheult.
This video explains the increasing rate of new confirmed coronavirus cases, coronavirus travel restrictions, quarantine methods, the first coronavirus death outside of China, and coronavirus projections vs other viruses such as influenza, measles, and Spanish flu.
How many confirmed cases of the coronavirus are there outside of China?
The world is currently reeling from the outbreak of coronavirus, a respiratory illness first reported in the city of Wuhan, China in December 2019. The outbreak has attracted global attention due to its rapid spread, resulting in several international responses to contain the virus. In this article, we provide an update on the latest developments related to the coronavirus outbreak, including the travel ban and the spread of the virus outside of China.
Travel Bans
Several countries have imposed strict travel bans to reduce the spread of the virus. The United States was among the first countries to impose a travel ban on China, declaring the virus a public health emergency of international concern. To date, the travel ban affects people coming from China, and only U.S. citizens and their immediate family members are allowed entry into the United States. Other countries such as Australia, New Zealand, and several European countries have also implemented similar measures.
China has also responded by isolating Wuhan and several other cities in the country, restricting the movements of citizens and suspending outgoing flights. The travel ban has led to economic implications for the country, with businesses struggling to cope with the reduced number of customers and deliveries.
Spread Outside of China
Despite the efforts to contain the virus, it has continued to spread rapidly, with more than 43,000 confirmed cases in China, including almost 1,000 deaths. The virus has also been reported in several other countries, including Japan, South Korea, Iran, Italy, and the United States, among others.
The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the outbreak of coronavirus a public health emergency of international concern, urging all countries to work together to contain the virus. As part of its response, WHO has sent medical supplies and experts to help countries with confirmed cases.
Several organizations and businesses have responded to the outbreak by canceling or postponing events and meetings. The Mobile World Congress, the world’s largest smartphone trade show held in Barcelona, was canceled after several participants decided to withdraw from the conference.
Conclusion
The coronavirus outbreak has attracted global attention, with countries and organizations working together to contain the virus. While travel bans and isolation efforts are significant steps to containing the virus, more needs to be done. Governments and organizations need to invest in research, vaccines, and public education to fight the virus effectively. In the meantime, citizens should follow guidance from public health agencies and stay informed about the latest developments related to the virus.
