Facebook has canceled its annual trade conference due to Coronavirus

The coronavirus originated in China. But the coronavirus is spreading outside China faster than it spreads in China. Now the virus has spread to every continent except the South Pole. This is the first time such a situation is experienced. The spread of the virus has brought serious concern to people living in cities where many people live and work.

This is a big challenge for municipalities. How do municipalities around the world cope and face this dangerous situation?

Public Transport

Public transport is one of the best ways to spread the virus. When cough or a sneeze drops, many people touch the spot, and they get infected with the virus, they can spread to large numbers at once. According to the investigation of history details, people who use public transport are six times more likely to get the virus. This is why authorities in South Korea, Italy, and Iran have initiated a massive disinfection process on all buses and trains as well as at stations.

Mass Rallies
Places where large crowds gather, such viruses can spread quickly, and some sports have already been canceled due to the coronavirus. The 'Formula One' race in Shanghai, China, had to be postponed. Several countries in Europe have decided to cancel the football and rugby matches which the Italian teams were to attend.

However, the biggest Games to be affected by the coronavirus could be the Tokyo Olympics. It is slated to begin on July 24. Coronaviruses are not the only ones affected by sports. It was also a challenge to religious ceremonies and pilgrimages. Saudi Arabia also decided to ban Mecca for pilgrims from overseas.

Schools and Universities

Many schools are working on special plans to combat the coronavirus. Schools and universities in Japan, Iran, Thailand, and Iraq have been closed. The UK and the US have not decided to close the schools. But four schools in England were temporarily shut down and sterilized. The steps were taken because the children who visited Italy were in those schools. Parents have been asked to stay home and refrain from sending their children to school if they have recently visited countries where the coronavirus has spread.

Offices

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on many business and important technology centers around the world. San Diego and San Francisco have already declared a state of emergency. Employees are advised not to shake hands to welcome visitors to their companies. Facebook has canceled its annual trade conference scheduled for March. Several world-leading sponsors and exhibitors have decided to walk away from the world's largest cybersecurity conference to be held in San Diego. The United States Infectious Disease Control Center says it is advisable to work from home if the body temperature rises or suffers from respiratory problems.

Hospitals

Since no drug has yet been discovered against the new coronavirus, the only way to treat emerging symptoms is in a hospital. Hospital workers who work with such patients are advised to wear protective clothing, in isolation and to treat patients. Authorities in the UK are calling for isolation from those who come from a country where the virus has spread so badly. Several cities in Italy have also been isolated, just as Wuhan was isolated from the start of the Coronavirus.

Public Awareness
American health authorities say it is important to educate the public that washing hands thoroughly is the key to preventing the spread of coronavirus. The World Health Organization has warned that everyone should follow the steps to prevent the spread of coronavirus.