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RELATED STORY: 'No country is immune': How nations around the world are reacting to coronavirus RELATED STORY: Everything you need to know about coronavirus The World Health Organisation (WHO) has stopped short of declaring coronavirus a global pandemic. But with the death toll approaching 3,000, the virus has prompted unprecedented levels of worldwide action to control its spread. If you're looking for a quick refresh on all of the key facts about coronavirus, you can find them here. WHAT IS CORONAVIRUS OR COVID-19? Coronaviruses are a big group of viruses that cause illnesses, like the common cold and gastrointestinal infections, and more recent diseases like SARS and MERS. This particular strain of coronavirus — called COVID-19 — is new, and likely originated from germs spreading from animals to humans at a live animal market in Wuhan, China, in December 2019. Space to play or pause, M to mute, left and right arrows to seek, up and down arrows for volume.

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WHY IS EVERYONE SO WORRIED? Compared to SARS, the fatality rate of coronavirus is low — hovering around 3 per cent in China and 1.5 per cent outside China, according to the Australian Department of Health. The World Health Organisation estimated the SARS fatality rate was

around 10 per cent.

However, the number of people infected with coronavirus is more than 10 times greater than the number of people who caught SARS. WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW Here's a rundown of all the facts about coronavirus, and how you can make sure you're protected. As of February 26, more than 80,000 people have been diagnosed with COVID-19 and nearly 3,000 people have died

.

While there are still many unknowns, the high infection count has many experts worried about how quickly the coronavirus can be transmitted from person to person

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There is also no vaccine, although progress on a vaccine is being made

both at home

and globally

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WHERE HAS IT SPREAD TO? Since early January, China has implemented unprecedented infection control measures, including policies restricting the movement of about

500 million people.

Several officials have voiced hopes the spread of the virus is slowing in China and it may soon be under control in the country. "Through our efforts, the epidemic is overall under control," China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi said earlier in February. PHOTO: Guests at a Wuhan hotel have their temperature measured daily.

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Earlier this week, Australia's Health Minister, Greg Hunt, said the virus had been contained in Australia and there were indications transmission was slowing globally overall. However, authorities are turning their focus to South Korea,

Japan

,

and Iran

,

which have all experienced outbreaks of the disease, including at least 16 deaths in Iran. "Our major concern at the moment is the international situation in those countries which have had significant outbreaks, and we've seen further growth in the Republic of Korea and Italy," Australia's chief health officer Brendan Murphy said on Wednesday. FROM WUHAN TO AUSTRALIA The deadly coronavirus is spreading across the globe, with no end in sight — here is a timeline of key events so far and what to expect

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> "Our concern now is the number of countries outside China making it > more likely we will have further outbreaks in Australia." WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS? Symptoms of this new strain of coronavirus are similar to symptoms of

the flu

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They could include a fever, cough, runny nose, muscle aches and pains,

and diarrhoea.

In the most severe cases, the virus causes pneumonia — the infection of one or both lungs. Mr Hunt said the elderly were most vulnerable to the virus and the Department of Health had been in contact with aged-care facilities regarding containment processes.

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Coronaviruses spread through secretions when we sneeze or cough — which is why it's important to wash your hands thoroughly and frequently and cover your mouth when coughing or sneezing. Space to play or pause, M to mute, left and right arrows to seek, up and down arrows for volume.

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WHEN SHOULD I GO TO THE DOCTOR? If you are experiencing flu-like symptoms, you should phone your GP and explain your symptoms as well as your travel history. PHOTO: The WHO says washing your hands is of utmost importance. (Supplied: World Health

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Do not make an appointment or attend a GP practice or hospital without informing them first, as they will need to make arrangements to protect others before you arrive. SHOULD I BE DOING ANYTHING DIFFERENTLY? Health authorities say you can be confident going about your daily

life as normal.

However, experts say now is a good time to make some preparations should the virus reach pandemic proportions — including getting your flu shot this year, and perhaps including some sensible additions in your next grocery shop. "There is no reason for people to be wearing masks," Dr Murphy said. > "There's no reason for people to avoid anybody of any particular > background or appearance." DOES THE WORLD HEALTH ORGANISATION THINK IT'S A PANDEMIC? The WHO has declared COVID-19 a public health emergency of international concern, but it has stopped short of declaring it a

pandemic.

WHAT HAPPENS WHEN A PANDEMIC IS DECLARED Coronavirus is now hitting Europe and the Middle East. Experts say we all need to start preparing for things to get worse. WHO's director-general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said the virus had pandemic potential but, right now, using the word "does not fit the facts but may certainly cause fear"

.

In any case, Dr Murphy said if a WHO pandemic was declared but the virus was contained in Australia, authorities would "just continue what we're doing now". "A pandemic is a label that simply says there is sustained community transmission in several countries," he said. "We are already preparing for the eventuality that we have further outbreaks in Australia, should they happen. "That's what the situation is about. Declaring the pandemic isn't changing what we do." PHOTO: Masks mix with sanitary masks on the last day of Venice Carnival events. (AP: Luigi Costantini) WHAT ARE THE CURRENT TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS?

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It's important to take extra precautions when you're sick. (Supplied: World Health Organisation) CHINA remains at a 'do not travel' level. If you have a trip to China planned, the Federal Government is urging you to make other

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