Dr. Li Wenliang
A 33-year-old ophthalmologist, who became a hero in China after alerting the world early about coronavirus outbreak has died of the disease.
Li Wenliang died at the Wuhan hospital where he was being treated on Friday, NAN reports.
Wenliang was fighting Coronavirus which has so far killed more than 600 people and infected tens of thousands.
Li had told state media that he had been cautioned by hospital management and party officials after alerting his colleagues about a cluster of infections tied to an animal market in the city of Wuhan.
The doctor had suggested earlier that the disease was a resurgence of severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS).
At least, 560 people have died worldwide from Coronavirus, which has since spread to almost 30 countries.
Nigeria Centre for Disease and Control (NCDC) has advised the public to wash their hands regularly with soap under running water.
You may be interested
‘I’m Incredibly Proud’– Arokodare Talks Up Genk’s Unbeaten Home Streak
Webby - December 23, 2024Tolu Arokodare is full of excitement followingGenk’s historic victory over Anderlecht, reports Completesports.com.Sunday’s win at the Cegeka Arena was the…
WAFU B U-17 Girls Cup: Ghana Edge Gallant Flamingos On Penalties In Final
Webby - December 22, 2024Despite a spirited performance Nigeria’s Flamingos lost on penalties to hosts Ghana on penalty shootout in the final of the…
Bournemouth Equal Burnley’s Old Trafford Feat After 3-0 Win Vs United
Webby - December 22, 2024Bournemouth’s 3-0 win against Manchester United on Sunday meant the Cherries equaled Burnley’s feat at Old Trafford.United went into the…