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South Korea reports 376 new coronavirus cases, total rises to 3,526

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South Korea reported 376 new confirmed coronavirus cases on Sunday, raising the country's total number of infections to 3,526, the Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (KCDC) said. from Reuters: Health News https://ift.tt/39cPAWi

Coronavirus: 'Battleplan' role for retired doctors

People could also be urged to work from home if the outbreak worsens, updated government plans say. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/2wUdDe9

South Korea reports 376 new coronavirus cases, total rises to 3,526: KCDC

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South Korea reported 376 new confirmed coronavirus cases on Sunday, raising the country's total number of infections to 3,526, the Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (KCDC) said. from Reuters: Health News https://ift.tt/3ahS45E

South Korea reports 376 new coronavirus cases, total rises to 3,526: KCDC

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South Korea reported 376 new confirmed coronavirus cases on Sunday, raising the country's total number of infections to 3,526, the Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (KCDC) said. from Reuters: Health News https://ift.tt/3ahS45E

Into the Wild: Why tourists are risking their lives to visit a bus

Five more tourists were rescued trying to reach a bus made famous by Into the Wild. Why do they do it? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/39ce16b

War of words as Nigerian English gets Oxford recognition

Not everyone is happy that the Oxford English Dictionary now includes several unique Nigerian words. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Ik1dyZ

Gatherings banned, travel restricted as coronavirus cases grow worldwide

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Leaders in Europe, the Middle East and the Americas rolled out bans on big gatherings, and stricter travel restrictions as cases of the new coronavirus spread around the world. from Reuters: Health News https://ift.tt/2uFPhnK

FOX NEWS: Washington state health officials give coronavirus guidance: 'Don't panic, get prepared'

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Washington state health officials give coronavirus guidance: 'Don't panic, get prepared' Health officials in Washington state gave an update on three local coronavirus cases on Saturday, to provide the public with guidance on how to avoid infection and review who is most at risk of contracting the disease. 

Scottish surveillance testing system for Covid-19 begins

The plan will detect community transmission of the coronavirus in the event of an outbreak in Scotland. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/39ia00c

Mainland China reports 573 new coronavirus cases on Feb. 29

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Mainland China reported 573 new confirmed coronavirus cases on Feb. 29, up from 427 the previous day and the highest daily increase in a week, the country's health authority said on Sunday. from Reuters: Health News https://ift.tt/39nT7ko

Gatherings banned, travel restricted as coronavirus cases grow worldwide

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Leaders in Europe, the Middle East and the Americas rolled out bans on big gatherings, and stricter travel restrictions as cases of the new coronavirus spread around the world. from Reuters: Health News https://ift.tt/2uFPhnK

US election: Is this the best way to pick Trump's challenger?

The way Democrats pick a nominee takes months, costs a fortune and doesn't even lead to high turnout. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Ib6Uig

Setomaa: The Estonia-Russia border tearing apart an ancient people

The Setos' ancestral home straddles Estonia's border with Russia and has become difficult to cross. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2I4dlE3

Your pictures on the theme of 'railways'

Each week, we publish a gallery of readers' pictures on a set theme. This week it is "railways" from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Vvwab1

F.D.A. Expands Coronavirus Testing in the United States

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By BY KNVUL SHEIKH from NYT Health https://ift.tt/3ascSYz

Scottish surveillance testing system for Covid-19 begins

The plan will detect community transmission of the coronavirus in the event of an outbreak in Scotland. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/39ia00c

NHS gender clinic 'should have challenged me more' over transition

A woman is taking legal action against an NHS gender clinic which treated her as a teenager. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/3cjqB5x

NHS gender clinic 'should have challenged me more' over transition

A woman is taking legal action against an NHS gender clinic which treated her as a teenager. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/3cjqB5x

South Carolina primary: Joe Biden projected to win

It comes as a major boost to the former vice-president's flagging presidential campaign. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2PALoaR

Afghan conflict: What will Taliban do after signing US deal?

A sense of cautious optimism is rising, but Afghanistan's political future is yet to be decided. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/32BUtFX

Mainland China reports 573 new coronavirus cases on Feb. 29

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Mainland China reported 573 new confirmed coronavirus cases on Feb. 29, up from 427 on the previous day, the country's health authority said on Sunday. from Reuters: Health News https://ift.tt/39nT7ko

Washington state man becomes first U.S. coronavirus fatality

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A Washington state man in his 50s with underlying health issues became the United States' first fatality from the coronavirus, officials said on Saturday, as the Trump administration stepped up efforts to combat the spread of the global outbreak. from Reuters: Health News https://ift.tt/2PBOrzC

Greece confirms three new cases of coronavirus, brings total to seven

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Greece has confirmed three new cases of coronavirus, the Health Ministry said on Saturday, bringing the total number of coronavirus infections in the country to seven. from Reuters: Health News https://ift.tt/3ck6X9z

FOX NEWS: Bill to curb radical medical tests on minors fails

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Bill to curb radical medical tests on minors fails Bill would halt 'puberty blocking' treatment.

FOX NEWS: Gabbard: No time for politics in coronavirus fight

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Gabbard: No time for politics in coronavirus fight Democratic presidential candidate Rep. Tulsi Gabbard addresses preparations that need to be made to protect the U.S. from a coronavirus outbreak.

FOX NEWS: Second coronavirus case of 'unknown origin' confirmed in California, CDC says

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Second coronavirus case of 'unknown origin' confirmed in California, CDC says A second novel coronavirus case of "unknown origin" was discovered in the state of California on Friday, after a Santa Clara County resident reportedly tested positive for the disease. 

Coronavirus: Drive through testing begins at Edinburgh hospital

The chief medical officer warns it is "just a matter of time" before someone tests positive. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/387BS5H

New coronavirus case in California is of unknown origin

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The latest confirmed case of coronavirus in the United States, diagnosed in a California woman, is of "unknown origin" and was found in a patient who had not traveled overseas or had contact with any known travelers, local health officials said on Friday. from Reuters: Health News https://ift.tt/388m0Qg

Fish oil supplements offer 'little or no benefit' against cancer

Research suggests omega-3 supplements may not be as beneficial as previously suggested. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/32A9LuI

What are the chances of dying from coronavirus?

The current best guess of a 1% death rate does not apply to everyone. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/32FUjNB

When an Epidemic Looms, Gagging Scientists Is a Terrible Idea

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By BY DONALD G. MCNEIL JR. from NYT Health https://ift.tt/2I21y9h

Fish oil supplements offer 'little or no benefit' against cancer

Research suggests omega-3 supplements may not be as beneficial as previously suggested. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/32A9LuI

What are the chances of dying from coronavirus?

The current best guess of a 1% death rate does not apply to everyone. from BBC News - Health https://ift.tt/32FUjNB

New coronavirus case of unknown origin in California; U.S. to push production of protective gear

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The United States will invoke a federal defense law to boost production of masks, gloves, gowns and other items to protect against the new coronavirus, the Trump administration said, as a new case of unknown origin was confirmed in California on Friday. from Reuters: Health News https://ift.tt/3afjh9b