China’s Hubei holds its 64th press conference in response to the impact of the novel coronavirus pandemic. As COVID-19 infections have been effectively contained in the province, the local governments have stepped up efforts on work resumption, creating jobs and financial support. Officials are expected to discuss the resumption of work and production in Wuhan’s key industries and answer questions. #COVID19 #coronavirus
In This Story: COVID-19
Covid-19 is the official WHO name given to the novel coronavirus which broke out in late 2019 and began to spread in the early months of 2020.
Symptoms of coronavirus
The main symptoms of coronavirus are:
- a persistent new cough (non productive, dry)
- a high temperature (e.g. head feels warm to the touch)
- shortness of breath (if this is abnormal for the individual, or increased)
Latest News about Covid-19
Below are stories from around the globe related to the 2020 outbreak of novel Coronavirus – since the WHO gave the Covid-19 naming. Most recent items are posted nearest the top.