Wuhan coronavirus death toll rises, as city imposes transport lockdown

— The death toll from the Wuhan coronavirus has risen to 17, as dozens more cases were reported across China and as far afield as the western United States, sparking fears of a possible pandemic.

Beyond China, officials in Washington state confirmed the first case on US soil Tuesday. Cases have also been reported in South Korea, Thailand and Japan, and suspected cases detected in Australia.However, the World Health Organization has not yet declared the virus a"public health emergency of international concern," which might merit a coordinated global response.

The disease is mainly transmitted"through the respiratory tract," said Li, adding that"there is possibility of viral mutation and further spread of the disease." Speaking Wednesday, Li, the Chinese health official, said that Wuhan and Hubei provincial authorities should tighten the regulation of farm markets and wild animals. He also urged the public to avoid crowds and minimize large gatherings.

Airports across Asia have stepped up temperature screening of incoming passengers, as have several hubs in the US, including New York, San Francisco and Los Angeles.

Investigate the source of the virus. I bet it came from a pharmaceutical company so they can sell medicine for that. For the love of money is the root of all evil.

Knowing china govt it’s probable that the numbers could be much higher than what they say in the press..

Can we start calling it the Wu-flu. As it started in the city of Wuhan. Easier to say and very specific to this type of corona virus.

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