France announces first Covid-19 death outside Asia
An 80-year-old Chinese tourist has died of the Covid-19 in France, the first death reported outside of Asia. – EPA pic, February 15, 2020.
AN 80-year-old Chinese tourist has died from the new coronavirus in France, the first death confirmed outside of Asia, French Health Minister Agnes Buzyn said today. Only three deaths have so far been recorded outside mainland China – in the Philippines, Hong Kong and Japan. – AFP, February 15, 2020. Effective July 2018, access to full reports will only be available with a subscription. Sign-up now and enjoy one week free access!
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