First COVID-19 Case Confirmed in New York, USA: Woman in Her 30s Traveled to Iran

▲Andrew Cuomo, Governor of New York, announced on Twitter on the 1st (local time) that the first confirmed case of 'COVID-19' has been reported in New York.

[Asia Economy Reporter Kwon Jae-hee] The first confirmed case of the novel coronavirus infection (COVID-19) has been reported in New York State, USA.

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announced on Twitter on the 1st (local time) that "a woman in her late 30s contracted COVID-19 while traveling in Iran" and "she is currently under self-quarantine."

Governor Cuomo added, "Although the woman is experiencing breathing difficulties, her condition is not severe," and urged, "The overall risk of infection in New York State remains low, so there is no need to be overly concerned."

According to the state government, the woman was tested at the Wadsworth Center in Albany, New York, and was confirmed positive for the virus. She is currently known to reside in Manhattan.

The New York Times (NYT) reported that contrary to Governor Cuomo's reassurance, anxiety in New York is rising following news that COVID-19 has landed in Manhattan.

Many stores in New York City have run out of hand sanitizers, masks, and antibacterial wet wipes due to the spread of COVID-19.

Alexander, the representative of Chelsea Royal Care Pharmacy located in Manhattan, said, "We are trying to obtain some products like masks and hand sanitizers from Amazon, but orders are still being accepted or the prices are outrageously high."

The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported that since President Donald Trump's emergency press conference on the 29th of last month, hoarding of groceries and medicines has been occurring within the United States.

Meanwhile, the United States has reported its second death due to COVID-19.

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