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The coronavirus pandemic is putting many of the world’s children in jeopardy and is urging families everywhere and leaders at all levels to protect our children, warns United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres.

Hyderabad:The coronavirus pandemic has infected more than 21,82,823 and killed over 1,45,551 people across the world. More than 5,47,589 people have recovered so far.

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres is warning that the coronavirus pandemic is putting many of the world’s children in jeopardy and is urging families everywhere and leaders at all levels to protect our children.

China, where the coronavirus pandemic started in December, is cautiously trying to get back to business, but it’s not easy when many millions of workers are wary of spending much or even going out.

Global COVID-19 tracker

The virus spreads by microscopic droplets from coughs or sneezes.

For most people, the coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms, such as fever and cough that clear up in two to three weeks.

For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness including pneumonia and death. The vast majority of people recover.