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Coronavirus epidemic fears rise in China as new cases emerge

139 cases of the new coronavirus strain have been documented in china, with two new cases being reported on Monday by Beijing's health commission. This new strain has caused alarm due to its similarity to the severe acute respiratory syndrome which killed about 750 people globally. According to WHO, the symptoms include fever, cough, shortness of breath and difficulties in breathing.

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