COVID-19 pandemic in Hubei

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COVID-19 pandemic in Hubei

The COVID-19 pandemic in Hubei refers to the viral outbreak of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19), a disease caused by the Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), in the Hubei province of China. The first cases were identified in the provincial capital, Wuhan, in December 2019, leading to a large-scale pandemic.

Pronunciation

  • COVID-19: /koʊˌvi:d naɪnˈti:n/
  • Hubei: /huːˈbeɪ/

Etymology

The term "COVID-19" is an abbreviation of "coronavirus disease 2019", reflecting the year the disease was first identified. "Hubei" is a province in Central China, with the name meaning "north of the lake", referring to its position north of Dongting Lake.

Related Terms

  • Coronavirus: A type of virus that can cause disease in both animals and humans. SARS-CoV-2 is a type of coronavirus.
  • Pandemic: An outbreak of a disease that occurs over a wide geographic area and affects an exceptionally high proportion of the population.
  • Wuhan: The capital city of Hubei province in China, where the first cases of COVID-19 were reported.
  • SARS-CoV-2: The virus that causes COVID-19.

Impact

The COVID-19 pandemic in Hubei has had significant impacts on health, economy, and daily life. The province was placed under a lockdown in an attempt to control the spread of the virus. This involved closing all non-essential businesses and restricting the movement of people.

Response

The response to the pandemic in Hubei has involved measures such as testing, contact tracing, and quarantine of infected individuals. The World Health Organization (WHO) and other international bodies have provided support and resources.

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