There are at least 830 confirmed coronavirus cases in China, with 100 people in critical condition.
celebrations have been cancelled in Beijing as part of efforts to stem the spread of the deadly coronavirus.resort was closed.
The capital axed all temple fairs, a popular tradition with performances, children’s games and New Year-themed souvenirs.The Lunar New Year marked the Year of the Rat in the Chinese zodiac Although the virus’ epicentre, Wuhan, is more than 700 miles away, the Lunar New Year travel rush sees millions cross the country in one of the largest annual migrations of people worldwide.
‘It has not been tried before as a public health measure. We cannot at this stage say it will or it will not work.’
United Kingdom Latest News, United Kingdom Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
China battles to prevent New Year virus spikeWith hundreds of millions set to travel, China tries to corral the deadly virus in Hubei province.
Read more »
Chinese New Year: Year of the Rat brings post-Brexit property prosperityTHE PROPERTY market is constantly evolving and changing with many factors affecting home prices across the nation. But does the approaching Chinese New Year, the Year of the Rat, bring with it better house prices?
Read more »
Did China use its status as a major superpower to pressure the WHO?More than 1,300 people have been infected globally with the virus traced to Wuhan, China. Despite this, the World Health Organisation has failed to declare a global health crisis.
Read more »
McDonald's and Starbucks closed in China as virus ruins Year of Rat festivitiesPopular tourist destinations including Shanghai and Hong Kong are taking extreme measures in a bid to prevent the spread of the virus
Read more »
Five things you may not know about the Lunar New YearGoogle doodle honours the Year of the Rat
Read more »
China building brand new coronavirus hospital in just five days as cases soarThe new hospital is being built from scratch in Wuhan, which is running out of beds for coronavirus patients and supplies for medics, including masks and protective suits
Read more »