Over 84 percent of South Korea's infected population have recovered and the number of active cases (patients in hospital or recovering at home) has been declining from around mid-March.
The novel coronavirus has spread to more than 3.1 million people across at least 185 countries and regions. More than 227,800 have died from infection, while over 982,800 have recovered, as of Thursday, according to the latest figures from Johns Hopkins University.This infographic shows the countries with the most COVID-19 cases.
A simple cloth face covering can help slow the spread of the virus by those infected and by those who do not exhibit symptoms.Cloth face coverings should be washed regularly. A washing machine will suffice. Wash hands after coughing or sneezing; when caring for the sick; before, during and after food preparation; before eating; after using the toilet; when hands are visibly dirty; and after handling animals or waste.Avoid touching your hands, nose and mouth. Do not spit in public.
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