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Coronavirus: Death toll rises to 82 as China extends holiday

The number of people killed in China by the new coronavirus has risen to 82, with almost 3,000 confirmed ill.

The national new year holiday has been extended by three days to Sunday, in an attempt to contain the spread.

The number of deaths in Hubei rose from 56 to 76, with six deaths elsewhere. Wuhan is in lockdown and several other cities have imposed travel bans.

At least 44 cases have been confirmed abroad, including in Germany, the United States, and Australia. There have been no deaths outside China.

Coronavirus cases in China
81 Deaths
2,827 Confirmed cases
5,794 Suspected cases
461 In critical condition
51 People recovered and discharged from hospital
Source: National Health Commission, as of end of 26 January, plus state media




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