The coronavirus has claimed 132 lives and infected more than 6,000 people. FMTNews China Virus Health
The WHO have hailed China for its ‘extraordinary’ efforts so far to contain the epidemic.
Airlines around the world are either suspending or paring back services in and out of China, following cases of human-to-human transmission outside the country. Michael Ryan, head of the WHO Health Emergencies Programme, told reporters that “the whole world needs to be on alert now. The whole world needs to take action”.
The evacuees will be monitored for symptoms and sent to local hospitals if they are found to be ill, the Pentagon said. British Airways was the first major airline to announce a suspension of flights to and from China, citing the travel advice of Britain’s foreign office.
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