U.S. Deaths From Coronavirus Rise To 17 With New Florida Fatalities

Florida confirmed two virus-related deaths, marking the first US fatalities outside the West Coast. Over 300 cases are reported across half of the US states. President Trump signed an $8.3 billion measure to combat the outbreak. Globally, the virus has affected over 100,000 people, with the majority of cases in China. Around 3,500 have died, and 57,000 have recovered. The virus has spread to over 80 countries. Health officials advise good hygiene practices to slow the spread.

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