Coronavirus COVID-19 Claims 2,462 Lives
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The World Health Organization (WHO) has recorded that the coronavirus (COVID-19) has claimed 2,462 lives. The highest number of deaths was found in China, where COVID-19 was first identified, with at least 2,445 deaths.
The Western Pacific region has the highest number of deaths after China, with seven deaths, five of which were from South Korea.
The WHO urges the public to take several steps in response to the COVID-19 outbreak. First, avoid close contact with people with acute respiratory infections. Second, regularly wash your hands, especially after direct contact with sick people or being in their environment.
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