coronavirus
Philippines reports 1st virus death outside of China
The Philippines on Sunday reported the first death from a new virus outside of China, where authorities delayed the opening of schools in the worst-hit province and tightened quarantine measures in a city that allow only one family member to venture out to buy supplies.
Those returned from Wuhan doing well: Health Minister
All the Bangladeshi citizens, brought back from China’s Wuhan on Saturday, are doing well, said Health Minister Zahid Maleque on Sunday.
China orders remains of coronavirus patients to be cremated nearby
The remains of patients infected with the novel coronavirus should be cremated close to where they are, and funeral traditions such as a farewell ceremony are banned, Chinese authorities said.
Coronavirus: Bangladesh suspends on arrival visa for Chinese nationals
Foreign Minister Dr AK Abdul Momen on Sunday said Bangladesh suspended the visa on arrival for Chinese nationals as part of the government’s temporary policy following the outbreak of coronavirus.
China compiles digital publications on new coronavirus prevention
China's publishing sector has completed the compilation of a batch of digital publications on the prevention of pneumonia caused by the novel coronavirus to address public concerns amid the epidemic.
Coronavirus: Govt orders screening at Benapole land port
The health ministry has ordered screening of all people coming to Bangladesh from India through the Benapole land port for coronavirus.
Philippines reports 1st coronavirus death outside of China
The Philippines has reported the first death related to a new virus outside of China.
New virus has infected more than 14,400 globally
A viral outbreak that began in China has infected more than 14,400 people globally.
Experts: Travel bans, business closures could hurt economy
Travel restrictions and business closures aimed at stopping the spread of a new virus that has killed more than 300 people in China could end up causing ripple effects that harm the global economy, experts say.
China reports 304 virus deaths, fires officials for poor job
China's death toll from a new virus increased to 304 on Sunday amid warnings from the World Health Organization that other countries need to prepare in the event the disease spreads among their populations as more nations report local infections.