The latest:WHO director says COVID-19 cases outside China 'deeply concerning' but does not label outbreak a pandemic. Asia reported hundreds of new coronavirus cases on Wednesday, including the first U.S. soldier to be infected, in South Korea, as outbreaks in Italy and Iran spread to more countries. Here's the latest in CanadaWith COVID-19 appearing in more countries worldwide, contingency plans are underway for a coronavirus pandemic. Japan has nearly 170 virus cases and 691 linked to the Diamond Princess cruise ship that was quarantined this month. France — with 18 total cases — reported its second death, while Georgia and Norway both confirmed their respective country's first case.

Source: CBC News February 26, 2020 12:55 UTC