Global COVID-19 trackers

The White House released new guidelines on Monday aimed at answering criticism that America's coronavirus testing has been too slow. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump hinted at easing the lockdown. Globally, the coronavirus pandemic has infected more than 30,64,830 and killed over 2,11,609 people. More than 9,22,397 people have recovered so far.

Hyderabad:The coronavirus pandemic has infected more than 30,64,830 and killed over 2,11,609 people across the world. More than 9,22,397 people have recovered so far.

China said it also has 1,000 people who have tested positive for the coronavirus but do not have any symptoms. They are under medical observation but not included in the confirmed case count.

Global COVID-19 trackers

Britain is the fourth European country after Italy, Spain, and France to reach 20,000 deaths. The United States has recorded more than 50,000 coronavirus fatalities.

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.