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  • Source: https://www.cdc.go.kr/board/board.es...00000&bid=0030


    The Updates of COVID-19 in Republic of Korea
    As of 24 February, 2020
    As of 16:00, 24 February, 2020, 70 additional cases are confirmed compared to this morning.

    Period
    (since 3 January)
    Total
    Confirmed cases
    Suspected cases
    Sub
    total
    discharged
    isolated
    Deceased
    Sub
    total
    being tested
    tested negative
    As of 9:00, 24 Feb.
    28,615
    763
    18
    738
    7
    27,852
    8,725
    19,127
    As of 16:00, 24 Feb.
    32,756
    833
    22
    804
    7
    31,923
    11,631
    20,292
    Differences
    +4,141
    +70
    +4*
    +66
    +4,071
    +2,906
    +1,165
    * The 9th, 13th, 15th, and 20th confirmed cases


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    • 99 out of 102 confirmed! Gathering infection in a psychiatric hospital in South Korea
      Source: Xinhua News Agency
      2020-02-24

        Xinhua News Agency reported on February 23 that the number of confirmed cases of new crown pneumonia in South Korea rose sharply for many consecutive days. As of 4 pm on the 23rd, the number of confirmed cases has reached 602, and the number of deaths has increased to five.

        In addition to a church in Daegu, where 329 people have been diagnosed, the Daejeon Hospital in Cheongdo, Gyeongsangbuk-do has also become a "hit area." According to South Korean media reports, 111 patients were diagnosed with new crown pneumonia associated with the hospital, of whom 3 died.

        South Korean health authorities are investigating the route of infection in these confirmed patients. It is understood that the 31st confirmed patient who was considered a "super communicator" had visited the hospital in early February. The reason for the outbreak of concentrated infections is that people in the medical community speculate that the hospital's psychiatric inpatient area is closed management and no timely response measures were taken or the main reason.

        Chiang Dao Danan Hospital is a general hospital mainly for elderly diseases. The majority of inpatients are elderly people. The hospital's psychiatric inpatient building is mostly multi-personal and closed management, with a total of 102 inpatients and 99 confirmed.

        The first patient with suspected symptoms at this hospital was an inpatient in a psychiatric department. The patient died on the 21st after the diagnosis and was the second death in South Korea.

        South Korean health authorities disclosed that the patient developed sore throat and fever on the 11th. The patient's body temperature was 38.6 ? C that day, and the body temperature fluctuated between 37.7 ? C and 38.5 ? C the next day (12th). Pneumonia symptoms began to appear on the 14th. On the 17th, the patient's temperature was still around 37.8 ? C. He was taken to a university hospital in Daegu because of a suspected myocardial infarction, but the guardian insisted that he should be treated in Danan Hospital, and then returned to Danan Hospital. On the 21st, the patient was diagnosed with the new crown virus and was transferred to the Busan University Hospital, but died unfortunately.

        Around 15 days during the period when the patient developed symptoms of infection, several inpatients in his inpatient building also developed symptoms such as fever.

        According to the hospital staff, the hospital did not take relevant measures after some inpatients and medical staff appeared suspicious symptoms one after another. It was not until the first death (also inpatients at the hospital) on the 19th that the hospital began to pay attention to testing those with suspected symptoms. As a result, the number of confirmed cases is rising rapidly.

        Yonhap believes that the special nature of closed management of psychiatric inpatient areas and the delay in hospital response have led to the current out of control of the speed and scale of virus spread (TV series).

        A medical source said with regret: "When the first suspected symptoms appeared on the 11th, it would be nice if the hospital medical staff could use more snacks."

        At present, the psychiatric inpatient area of ​​the hospital has been collectively isolated.




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      • Camp Humphrey’s: South Korea USFK dependent tests positive for coronavirus, putting military on high alert in South Korea. Visited base twice.
        Col. Michael Tremblay, the garrison commander at Camp Humphreys, said that some troops had also been quarantined “out of an abundance of caution” because they had either been to China or been tested for the virus and were awaiting results.
        The widow of a retired soldier who recently visited stores on a southeastern base tested positive for the new coronavirus in the first confirmed case for the Army in South Korea, officials said. Col. Michael Tremblay, the garrison commander at Camp Humphreys, said that some troops had also been quarantined “out of an abundance of caution” because they had either been to China or been tested for the virus and were awaiting results.

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        • State USFK public affairs on positive case.
          ?South Korea’s Centers for Disease Control and Prevention informed United States Forces Korea today that a USFK dependent living in Daegu tested positive for COVID-19, making this the first time a

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          • COVID-19 Information

            Country-Specific Information:
            • The Republic of Korea (ROK) has confirmed cases of COVID-19 within its borders.
            • Authorities have confirmed that community-based transmission is occurring in Korea. The U.S. Embassy in Seoul continues to closely monitor developments related to COVID-19 in the ROK.

            Entry and Exit Requirements:
            The Korean Ministry of Justice has published emergency measures to counter the spread of the COVID-19 outbreak, the following will be restricted entry into South Korea:
            • Those travelers with passports issued in Hubei, China.
            • Korean visas to travelers who were issued in Hubei Province, China will be cancelled.
            • All foreign nationals who visited Hubei Province, China in the past 14 days will be restricted entry.
            • Visa-free entry to Jeju Island is temporarily suspended to all foreign nationals.
            • Visa-free entry to Chinese nationals and foreign nationals who are traveling from China will be suspended.

            Quarantine Information:
            • If you are currently in Korea and believe that you may have symptoms of COVID-19, please call the Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (KCDC) treatment hotline at 1339 or 1345 (English) to be directed to an appropriate facility.

            Local Resources:
            Other links:
            By U.S. Mission Korea | February 24, 2020
            https://kr.usembassy.gov/022420-covid-19-information/
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            • Health Alert: The Republic of Korea (ROK) Raises Red Alert for Infectious Disease

              Home | News & Events | Health Alert: The Republic of Korea (ROK) Raises Red Alert for Infectious Disease The ROK raised its infectious-disease alert to red, the highest level, after the number of COVID-19 cases increased over the past several days, especially around Daegu and the Gyeongbuk areas. The red alert strengthens the coordination between the central government and local government to help contain the spread of the virus. The ROK government has recommended special quarantine measures to Daegu area residents for the next two weeks.

              As of 5:00pm on February 24, the Korea Center for Disease Control has confirmed 833 positive cases of COVID-19 in the Republic of Korea, including 7 deaths. Authorities have confirmed that community-based transmission continues to occur in Korea. The U.S. Embassy in Seoul is closely monitoring developments related to COVID-19 in the ROK.

              Before you travel to the ROK, visit the Korea Immigration Service website for the latest information on ROK entry restrictions. The Korean government also posts daily updates on the response to COVID-19 at the website of the Ministry of Health and Welfare (in Korean only) and Korean Center for Disease Control (KCDC)....https://kr.usembassy.gov/022320-heal...tious-disease/
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              • 60 additional corona19 confirmed patients… Total 893 peoplehttp://news.imaeil.com/NewestAll/2020022510033299997
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                • Revision 2020.02.25 10:17
                  The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that 60 people were confirmed for Wuhan Corona (Corona 19) at 9 am on the 25th. The total number of confirmed patients in Korea increased to 893....Gilbon said a total of 3,5823 people were tested, of which 22,550 were "spoken". There are 13,373 people waiting for the test results, and there is a possibility that the number of confirmed patients will increase further..
                  ..https://news.chosun.com/site/data/ht...022501384.html
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                  • Corona Virus Infection-19 Domestic Occurrence (Daily Statistics, 9:00)
                    • Created 2020-02-25
                    • Last Modified Date 2020-02-25
                    • Department of Central Defense Response Headquarters
                    • Contact 043-719-9064
                    • 21,003

                    Coronavirus Infection-19 Domestic Outbreak (Based on 9:00)




                    □ The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CEO Eun-Kyung Jung) announced that as of February 25, 20, 2009, 60 additional patients were confirmed compared to 16 pm the day before.




                    <Note Status of national reporting and management ( 2.25 days 09 hour basis , total after 1.3 days)>


                    division sum Confirmation patient status Inspection Status
                    system Isolate In isolation Dead system Under inspection Result voice
                    2.24. ( Mon )

                    At 16 o'clock
                    32,756 833 22 804 7 31,923 11,631 20,292
                    2.25. ( Tue )

                    At 09 o'clock
                    36,716 893 22 863 8 35,823 13,273 22,550
                    increase +3,960 +60 0 +59 +1 * +3,900 +1,642 +2,258

                    * 2.24 days dead (107th patient, male born in 1953, Case of Qingdao Daenam Hospital, mortality investigation)



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                    • Coronavirus in South Korea


                      Warning - Level 3, Avoid Nonessential Travel—Widespread Community Transmission

                      Key Points
                      • CDC recommends that travelers avoid all nonessential travel to South Korea.
                      • There is a widespread, ongoing outbreak of respiratory illness caused by a novel (new) coronavirus that can be spread from person to person.
                      • Older adults and people with chronic medical conditions may be at increased risk for severe disease.
                      What is the current situation?


                      CDC recommends that travelers avoid all nonessential travel to South Korea. There is limited access to adequate medical care in affected areas.

                      A novel coronavirus is causing an outbreak of respiratory illness (COVID-19) in South Korea. Illness with this virus has ranged from mild to severe. Signs and symptoms of infection include fever, cough, and difficulty breathing. Sore throat also has been reported in some patients. Some patients also have reported diarrhea without other symptoms. This new coronavirus has caused severe disease and death in patients who developed pneumonia. Risk factors for severe illness are not yet clear, although older adults and those with chronic medical conditions may be at higher risk for severe illness.

                      More Information

                      Novel Coronavirus Information for Travelers

                      Health Information for Travelers to South Korea


                      What can travelers do to protect themselves and others?


                      CDC recommends avoiding nonessential travel to South Korea. If you must travel:
                      • Avoid contact with sick people.
                      • Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands.
                      • Discuss travel to South Korea with your healthcare provider. Older adults and travelers with chronic medical conditions may be at risk for more severe disease.
                      • Clean your hands often by washing them with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or using an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains 60%–95% alcohol. Soap and water should be used if hands are visibly dirty.
                        • It is especially important to clean hands after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after coughing, sneezing or blowing your nose.

                      If you spent time in South Korea during the past 14 days and feel sick with fever or cough, or have difficulty breathing:
                      • Seek medical advice. Call ahead before you go to a doctor’s office or emergency room. Tell them about your recent travel and your symptoms.
                      • Avoid contact with others.
                      • Do not travel while sick.
                      • Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your sleeve (not your hands) when coughing or sneezing.
                      • Clean your hands often by washing them with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or using an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains 60%–95% alcohol immediately after coughing, sneezing or blowing your nose. Soap and water should be used if hands are visibly dirty.
                      Clinician Information


                      Healthcare providers should obtain a detailed travel history for patients with fever or acute respiratory symptoms. For patients with these symptoms who were in South Korea and had onset of illness within 2 weeks of leaving, consider the novel coronavirus and notify infection control personnel and your local health department immediately.

                      Although routes of transmission have yet to be definitively determined, CDC recommends a cautious approach to interacting with patients under investigation. Ask such patients to wear a face mask as soon as they are identified. Conduct patient evaluation in a private room with the door closed, ideally an airborne infection isolation room, if available. Personnel entering the room should use standard precautions, contact precautions, and airborne precautions, and use eye protection (goggles or a face shield). For additional healthcare infection control recommendations, visit CDC's Infection Control webpage.


                      For additional information, please see:


                      This notice was originally posted February 24, 2020.

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                      • US-South Korea joint training scale-back likely due to coronavirus

                        13 troops are among 893 infection cases in South Korea
                        FEBRUARY 25, 2020 10:15 JST
                        The new coronavirus is starting to impact on U.S. military activities in Asia, such as joint training with South Korea that may be scaled back. ? Reuters

                        WASHINGTON (Reuters) -- The U.S. and South Korean militaries said on Monday they are considering scaling back joint training due to mounting concerns about the spreading coronavirus, in one of the first concrete signs of the virus' fallout on global U.S. military activities.https://asia.nikkei.com/Spotlight/Co...to-coronavirus
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                        • ..Reporter Choi Su-ho reported the 9th death of the new coronavirus infection (Corona 19).

                          According to the health authorities, a female patient who was being treated at Chilgok Kyungpook National University Hospital died of acute respiratory failure between 3 and 4 am on that day...https://www.yna.co.kr/view/AKR202002...yeongbuk/index
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                          • 10th death https://m-en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20200...ience/medicine
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                            • 84 new cases 977 total https://m-en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20200...ience/medicine
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