It will decide whether the situation constitutes a Public Health Emergency of International Concern, and what recommendations should be made, explained Dr. Ofrin. A Novel Coronavirus (nCoV) is a new strain that has not been previously identified in humans. A novel coronavirus (nCoV) is a new strain that has not been previously identified in humans. The Committee will meet on January 22 to advise him if the situation constitutes a Public Health Emergency of International Concern, and what recommendations should be put in place. WHO has been working with countries to build core capacities to respond to public health emergencies.

Source: The Hindu January 21, 2020 15:13 UTC