March 17, 2020
The novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak has sickened at least 167,515 people and killed 6,606, according to the latest World Health Organization data release 16 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
NEW: Chicago election officials just said they urged Gov. Pritzker's office to postpone today's election.
— Natasha Korecki (@natashakorecki) March 17, 2020
Spanish prime minister Pedro Sanchez announces €6m in benefits for elderly and vulnerable people and has suspended mortgage payments for workers affected by COVID-19 outbreak
— Sky News Breaking (@SkyNewsBreak) March 17, 2020
NEW: Gov. Cuomo says expert projections show expected peak of coronavirus cases in NY in 45 days.
— NBC Nightly News with Lester Holt (@NBCNightlyNews) March 17, 2020
He says state will need 55,000-110,000 hospital beds and 18,600-37,200 ICU beds at projected peak, and that state currently has 53,000 hospital beds and 3,000 ICU beds. @NBCNews pic.twitter.com/TVteMcpYKe
Cartoon Network is immediately closing its Pennsylvania hotel https://twitter.com/cartoonnetwork/status/1239921166900432897?s=21