Global Coronavirus Epidemic Cases Top 200,000 - Direct Update

Global Coronavirus Epidemic Cases Top 200,000 - Direct Update

The coronavirus has now infected more than 200,000 people and has killed more than 8,000 people worldwide, according to Johns Hopkins University statistics, with nearly 80,000 people recovering from the infection.

Following the European Union, the World Health Organization (WHO) called for more “aggressive” measures to curb coronaviruses in Southeast Asia.

South East Asia is experiencing a wave of infection that began with an incident at a mosque on the outskirts of Kuala Lumpur, which included several senior figures. Malaysia now has the largest outbreak in the region.

Europe is moving to close its outer borders as Italy has reported an additional 345 deaths from the virus, and France has ignored the Drakeian lockdown in times of peace. Meanwhile, in the United States, the virus has now spread to all 50 states. 


Here are all the latest updates:

Wednesday March 18th
16:33 GMT - Pharma Veteran Bayer to donate virus drug status in the US
According to another source with direct health and human services officials and direct knowledge of new coronavirus patients, German cement company Bayer intends to replace the United States government mainly. , Media outlets reported.

16:13 GMT - Biden Saunders for the 'Assessment' campaign following the latest primary coronavirus fear
As leftist Bernie Sanders reviews the future of his White House campaign on Wednesday, Democratic opponent Joe Biden made a strong effort to beat him in the latest primaries to win the Democratic presidential nomination.

Former front-runner Sanders dropped out of the race and focused on the November election war against President Donald Trump, leaning toward virtual unity by organizing global coronavirus epidemic primaries and holding public rallies.

“The next primary competition is at least three weeks away,” Sanders campaign manager Faiz Shakir said in a statement.

15:59 GMT - Middle case information "Not enough" shared: WHO
The countries told the WHO that "information on coronavirus cases in the Middle East is insufficient," the World Health Organization said on Wednesday. "

At a virtual press conference, WHO warned of a lack of information, saying "we cannot control the disease" without full access to data.


15:43 GMT - No evidence Ibuprofen worsens coronavirus: EU Drugs Watchdog
The EU healthcare regulator says there is no evidence linking anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen with the intensity of the novel coronavirus and COVID-19.

The European Medicine Agency (EMA) said Wednesday that patients and healthcare professionals should consider all therapeutic options, including paracetamol and anti-inflammatory drugs, to prevent COVID-19 fever or pain. Patients were able to treat.

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15:33 GMT - Canada announces 82 coronavirus support packages:
Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Wednesday announced $ 27 billion in direct aid to help workers and businesses facing the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic.

He said the $ 55 billion payment could be postponed until August. This is equivalent to three percent of G7 Gross Domestic Product (GDP).

"This widespread support will help ensure that Canadians can pay for rent and groceries and help businesses pay for their employees and their bills," it said in a statement. "


15:22 GMT - The virus connects to Wall Street and the Dow drops by more than 1,000 points
The fear of coronavirus creates uncertainty on Wall Street