March 16, 2020
The novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak has sickened at least 153,517 people and killed 5,735, according to the latest World Health Organization data release 15 March 2020. The total number of cases of infection is believed to be higher than what has been reported due to limited testing.
Countries around the world have restricted travel and are urging citizens to avoid crowds which could spread the virus. The Grasswire team is bringing together information from around the world highlighting how governments and private organizations are reacting to the disease.
Verified government information sources
- World Health Organization and daily Situation Reports
- U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control
Coronavirus testing
Limiting the spread of viruses and diseases
The World Health Organization released mental health guidance for people who are quarantined as the number of coronavirus infections continues to climb worldwide.
“You can stay connected via email, social media, video conference & telephone.”
If you are asked to be in quarantine:
— World Health Organization (WHO) (@WHO) March 16, 2020
If health authorities have recommended limiting your physical social contact to contain the #COVID19 pandemic, you can stay connected via email, social media, video conference & telephone.https://t.co/brPm9JlAWH#coronavirus #MentalHealth pic.twitter.com/ChWaNj6wJn
Chinese and Hong Kong stocks fell this morning after the US Federal Reserve cut interest rates but failed to ease fears about the global impact of the coronavirus.