What to Know
- Three people in New York City were reported to have possible symptoms of the coronavirus
- Health officials said one person was admitted to Bellevue Hospital and the other two went to hospitals in Flushing, Queens
- The CDC had not released results of their tests as of 10 p.m. Sunday
Three people in New York City were tested for coronavirus after recent trips from mainland China, health officials announced late Sunday.
The city's health department announced a first patient on Saturday and two others late Sunday evening. As of 10:00 p.m. Sunday, testing for all three cases had not been completed; a process estimated to take 36-48 hours.
The first patient, under 40 years old, was admitted to Bellevue Hospital in Manhattan on Saturday and the other two, over 60 years old, were admitted to hospitals in Queens; one at Flushing Hospital and the other at New York-Presbyterian, health officials said.
All three patients "presented with fever and cough or shortness of breath without another common cause, like influenza and other cold viruses," the health department said.
New travel restrictions have been announced for flights entering the United States. The Department of Homeland Security said 11 airports, including Newark and JFK, will provide enhanced screenings for passengers who traveled in China within the last two weeks.
According to DHS, the majority of foreign nationals who traveled in China within two weeks of their arrival will be denied entry. Exceptions will likely be made to immediate family of U.S. citizens, permanent residents and flight crew, the agency said Sunday.
“We realize this could provide added stress and prolong travel times for some individuals, however public health and security experts agree these measures are necessary to contain the virus and protect the American people," said Acting Secretary Chad F. Wolf.
U.S. travelers that fly into New York and prove symptomatic will be immediately transported to Bellevue or Jamaica hospitals, officials said Sunday.
"To minimize disruptions, CBP and air carriers are working to identify qualifying passengers before their scheduled flights. Once back in the U.S., it’s imperative that individuals honor self-quarantine directives to help protect the American public," Wolf added in a DHS release.
The three possible cases in New York City are not the first for the state. At a press conference on Sunday, Governor Andrew Cuomo said 11 other possible cases were reported throughout the state, but all tests came back negative.
“If you have traveled to the area affected by the outbreak in the last 14 days and feel unwell, call your doctor or visit a clinic, and you will be cared for. Also, practice everyday precautions like you would during flu season—wash your hands frequently, and cover your mouth and nose when you sneeze. We remain grateful to all New Yorkers for their cooperation," Health Commissioner Dr. Oxiris Barbot cautioned.
Symptoms of the coronavirus include fever, cough and/or difficulty breathing.
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