The novel coronavirus outbreak that began in December in Wuhan, China, has now spread to more than 25 countries and regions. If you're just joining us, here's the latest:
- Cases rise: There are 31,465 confirmed cases and 638 deaths globally, the majority of which are in mainland China. Some countries have seen a worrying surge; Japan now has 86 cases, the second-highest number for one country.
- Whistleblower doctor: Li Wenliang, a Chinese whistleblower doctor, died late last night from the virus, sparking a nationwide wave of grief and anger. He had been targeted by police for trying to sound the alarm during the early weeks of the outbreak in December.
- Quarantined cruises: More than 7,300 people are quarantined on two cruise ships docked in Hong Kong and Japan, after former passengers were confirmed to have the virus. A total of 61 people have been found to be infected on the ship in Japan.
- Youngest patient: Two newborn babies are infected in Wuhan, according to China's state broadcaster. The youngest was diagnosed just 30 hours after being born to a mother who had been infected. Experts say it's unclear how the baby got infected, as there are various ways it became exposed to the virus.
- Recoveries: Patients in the US, Vietnam, South Korea and Singapore have already been discharged from hospital.
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